What engines will a C6 transmission fit?
What engines will a C6 transmission fit?
The C6 was an automatic transmission used on engines such as the 351 Cleveland and the Ford 385 engines. Some well-known applications of the C6 transmission are the Ford Torino, Thunderbird and Mustang (This transmission has no relation the C6 Corvette).
What transmission is in 1964 Thunderbird?
The 1964 Thunderbird was the only model of this generation to have the word ‘Thunderbird’ spelled out on the front hood instead of a chrome Thunderbird emblem. The only transmission available was the Cruise-O-Matic MX 3 speed automatic.
What transmission is in a 1965 Thunderbird?
The 1965 Thunderbird came standard with a 300-horsepower, 390-cubic-inch V8 engine. This engine came only with a four-barrel carburetor and had dual exhaust as standard equipment. The only transmission offered was Ford’s Cruise-O-Matic, a three-speed automatic unit.
Will a 351 Windsor fit a C6 transmission?
— No, that 351W will not bolt onto your 351M C6. — No, all 351W engines used the 351W bellhousing pattern, shared by the 302, 289, and 300-I6. — Your C6 uses a pattern shared by the 351C, 351M/400M (same engine block), and 429/460.
How much torque does a 390 FE have?
The 425 ft lbs of torque put out by the weakest 390 is a LOT for an AOD… Plus the AOD and the Cruise-o- and the C-6 all weigh relatively the same… (Heavy! ) Signature contemplation still in legal process so as not to step on any toes… C6 is a lot easier of a swap. Still stinks if you have the stock console though.
Where is the transmission located on a Ford FE 390?
This cover forms the outer shell of the convertor. The other end of the shaft is splined to the direct clutch drum. Once the transmission shifts into 3rd, or high gear there is a direct manual link between the engine and output shaft of the transmission. That is one reason any hiccup in the engine is more pronounced.
Can a 390 engine fit a Ford retractable?
To get much to fit a 390 engine you have to stay in that era. Even with a 3 speed high gear is still high gear. 1-1 ratio. No overdives will fit that engine without an adapter. I am replacing the 332 engine in my 59 Ford retractable with a 390 FE truck block probably mid sixties.
Do you need a shift kit for a 390 FE?
Do some more research and then make the swap. You probably already know that making one change will undoubtedly mean atleast 3 more things that need to change Good luck. If you are going to pound on your transmission, a C-6, even a stock one with a shift kit is the way to go.
The 425 ft lbs of torque put out by the weakest 390 is a LOT for an AOD… Plus the AOD and the Cruise-o- and the C-6 all weigh relatively the same… (Heavy! ) Signature contemplation still in legal process so as not to step on any toes… C6 is a lot easier of a swap. Still stinks if you have the stock console though.
Do some more research and then make the swap. You probably already know that making one change will undoubtedly mean atleast 3 more things that need to change Good luck. If you are going to pound on your transmission, a C-6, even a stock one with a shift kit is the way to go.
How to do AOD transmission on a 390 FE?
Pull into low, accelerate, then hit our button (on the shifter or the floor), a green light appears indicating overdrive and your in first over which is right between 1st and 2nd . Then shift to 2nd and turn us off. Then rev back up and hit the button for 2nd-over. Then 3rd and 3rd-over.
What is the price of a Ford 390?
Ford 390 — 330 HP: Base price from $5390 — 370 ft/lbs torque. (One of the best on mileage and torque!) Ford 390 — 352 HP: Base price from $5690 — 390 ft/lbs torque. (Also one of the best on mileage and torque!)
