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Technical => Drivetrain Tech => Topic started by: Douglas Walker on October 18, 2008, 11:11:36 PM

Title: To C4 or C5?
Post by: Douglas Walker on October 18, 2008, 11:11:36 PM
Currently im in the break in period of my project. I have a 88 mustang lx with the supercharged V6 from a thunderbird. Most of you guys have been keeping tabs and feeding me input that has been very helpful but my questions continue

When I went looking for a tranny I wanted a C4 but instead some how picked up a C5 from a cougar. Its currently in the car and slips going into gears. Good thing I only paid $50 for it.

Heres my question I have the C5 thats in the car and I have a old 1966 C4 with the 24spline input shaft. Which tranny would be better to rebuild for my application. Or would it be better to find a newer C4from a mustang.

Just looking for some input on what tranny would be better.

The car is just a cruiser, Some 1/4 mile and road coarse. It will never run down the hwy.

For you guys running hi HP and torque is the C5 reliable.
any info will help
thanks
Doug
Title: To C4 or C5?
Post by: HAVI on October 19, 2008, 09:55:48 AM
Keep in mind C4's also came in Torinos and other cars with a small block bolt pattern.  They should be out there.  I personally would go with a C4 over a C5 anyday.