How does the TREMEC TR-3550 5 speed compare to a Richmond 5 speed?
The TREMEC is a true overdrive transmission, where the Richmond 5 has a 1.00 5th. Conversely, the TREMEC offers a 0.62 or 0.83 ratio 5th gear ratio. Both transmissions offer basically the same 1st gear ratio. For a more complete comparison, click here. Q: I want to order a GM TREMEC, what else do I need to get? A: We recommend a backup light switch, a GM speedometer gear adapter and gear. The slip yoke comes with the transmission. Of course we also recommend that you use a blowproof bellhousing. You may also need to get your driveshaft length altered. See our GM Conversion Package here: Q: What shifter bar would I use? A: The shifter bar mounts are basically the same as for your GM-style shifter. So, any flat Hurst shifter bar should work just fine. The only difference is that youll need two 8MM bolts to bolt the shifter bar on. Q: What are the 3 connections on the drivers side of the TREMEC TR-3550/TKO 5sp? A: They are the revese light switch, a speedometer attachment, and a servo swi
The TREMEC is a true overdrive transmission, where the Richmond 5 has a 1.00 5th. Conversely, the TREMEC offers a 0.62 or 0.83 ratio 5th gear ratio. Both transmissions offer basically the same 1st gear ratio. For a more complete comparison, click here. Q: I want to order a GM TREMEC, what else do I need to get? A: We recommend a backup light switch, a GM speedometer gear adapter and gear. The slip yoke comes with the transmission. Of course we also recommend that you use a blowproof bellhousing. You may also need to get your driveshaft length altered. See our “GM Conversion Package” here: Q: What shifter bar would I use? A: The shifter bar mounts are basically the same as for your GM-style shifter. So, any flat Hurst shifter bar should work just fine. The only difference is that you’ll need two 8MM bolts to bolt the shifter bar on. Q: What are the 3 connections on the driver’s side of the TREMEC TR-3550/TKO 5sp? A: They are the revese light switch, a speedometer attachment, and a servo
