What did the FMX transmission come in?
What did the FMX transmission come in?
The FMX is a standalone cast-iron three-speed automatic that was in production in various forms beginning in 1950. There was the large-case MX Ford-O-Matic and the small-case FX transmissions prior to ’66.
Is the FMX a good transmission?
Registered. The FMX is a step between the C4 and C6. They’re fairly reliable transmissions, just not a lot of support aftermarket wise for them. Also, with a cast iron main case, they’re heavier than a C4.
What years did Ford use the FMX transmission?
The FMX was manufactured from 1968 to 1979, when the Fairfax Transmission plant was closed. Although the FMX was phased out in the United States in 1979 in favor of Ford’s then-revolutionary Automatic OverDrive (AOD) transmission, the FMX was sold for another four years for use in V8 Ford Falcons built in Australia.
What is the difference between a C6 and FMX transmission?
In stock form the FMX is a medium duty trans. The C4 was the light duty behind 6 cyl and small block 8s (260/289/302) and when the 351s came out Ford used the FMX for them. The C6 is a heavy duty trans and was used behind the 390 and larger motors.
How much horsepower can a Ford FMX transmission handle?
From what I understand the FMX was capable of handling 450 hp at a maximum in stock form.
Is there a problem with the Ford FMX transmission?
Ford FMX shifting trouble. Ford FMX shifting trouble. Ford FMX shifting trouble. I am working on a Ford FMX transmission, originally from 69 Mustang. Now i am going to list some info that i can think that could help diagnosing the problem. -Transmission shifted correctly before rebuild. -Reason for rebuild was slipping at reverse.
Why was shift kit removed from Ford FMX?
-Transgo SK 3-67 kit was installed when originally rebuilded. -Shift kit was completely removed because shifting problems occured. -Transmission was re rebuilded after it burned rear cluch. -Noticed wear from sealing rings on front cluch when rebuilded.
Are there spare parts for the FMX transmission?
In terms of design this unit is close to BW8 and BW12, but spare parts are not interchangeable.
Can a FMX transmission go forward but not reverse?
If it smells burnt, it is. Usually the last thing is it will go forward but not reverse. Unless you have a sentimental attachment to the FMX, it’s not a great unit to have in front of horsepower. You can’t readily buy performance parts for them.
