How good are TREMEC transmissions?

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In terms of reliability, tremec is a manufacturer of many OEM vehicle transmissions, in general the quality is very high.

How much do TREMEC transmissions cost?

Prices for these units usually extends into the upper-$3,000 range, depending on the model.

What is the strongest Tremec transmission?

Home > Aftermarket > Products > Magnum The kingpin of TREMEC’s high performance line-up, the Magnum double-overdrive 6-speed transmission takes the very best from TREMEC’s current OEM technologies and pairs it with the most popular features of the TKO 5-speed. Able to withstand a massive 700 lb-ft.

Who makes Tremec transmission?

Grupo KUO, S.A.B. de C.V.
TREMEC is a wholly-owned business unit of Grupo KUO, S.A.B. de C.V., a diversified manufacturer of automotive, chemical and food products. Grupo KUO markets its products to over 70 countries and is headquartered in Mexico City, Mexico.

What is a Tremec 5 speed?

The Tremec TKO 5-speed is the transmission that started a revolution in manual overdrive conversions. It is one of the most versatile 5-speed transmissions in the market today, as well as one of the strongest. With an impressive 600 lbs./ft.

What cars did the t56 come in?

Applications

Aston Martin DB7 Vantage, 1999–2003.
Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, 2001–2006.
Chevrolet Corvette, 1997–2007.
Chevrolet Camaro, 1993–2002.
Dodge Ram SRT10, 2004–2006.
Dodge Viper, 1992–2007.
Ford Mustang Cobra, 2003–2004.
Ford Mustang Cobra R, 2000.

Where are TREMEC transmissions made?

Mexico
Production facilities are located in Pedro Escobedo and Santiago de Querétaro, in Mexico, and Zedelgem (Bruges area) in Belgium. TREMEC is a wholly owned subsidiary of KUO Group, which is based in Mexico City. Some of the first TREMEC products were originally designed by Borg-Warner, including the widely used T-56.

What is the difference between a Tremec TKO 500 and 600?

The TKO 500 has a deep 3.27:1 First gear, while the TKO 600 has a 2.87:1 First, which accounts for the difference in torque capacity. There’s also an option to choose between a 0.64:1 and a 0.82:1 overdrive on the TKO 600, while the TKO 500 has a 0.68:1 Fifth gear.

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What is a Tremec TKO 5-speed?

Is the Tremec TKO a good overdrive gear?

The compact size and design of the Tremec TKO also makes it a great replacement transmission for anyone looking for an overdrive gear. The Tremec TKO is designed as a 4-speed replacement and will fit nearly any factory GM and Ford 4-speed bellhousing. The design of the input shaft also allows the use of the factory mechanical clutch linkage.

What cars will the Tremec TKO fit?

The Tremec TKO is a very universal fit unit, so keep in mind that not all transmission tunnels are large enough to accommodate it. Some of the more common cars we see needing tunnel modifications are the GM A-Body , 64-70 Mustang, 63-67 Nova, and most all the older Mopar muscle cars.

What are the best TKO transmission upgrades?

When the popularity of the TKO exploded so did the demand for upgrades. There are several internal upgrades available today that help extend the max RPM range at which the transmission can shift. The most popular are the brass shift fork pads, brass shift stub cup, and carbon fiber lined blocker rings.