Later, the T5 was further upgraded to harness the power of the ’93 Mustang Cobra. This version, dubbed the T5 “Z” because of its Ford part number designation, has tapered output bearings and a steel front-bearing retainer (versus aluminum) among other things, pushing its torque rating to 330 lb-ft.

How do I identify my Borg Warner T5?

The Borg Warner T-5 is generally identified by a 1352-xxx number stamped on a metal tag on a tail housing bolt. This tag is normally under the second bolt from the top on the left side of the transmission.

How strong is a T5 transmission?

Easily accepting up to 300 lb-ft of torque, the TREMEC T-5 is not only durable, but offers easy operation and a deep overdrive – making any hot rod, street car, or kit car more enjoyable to drive.

How much HP can a T5?

THey can break at stock power levels, and then they can last at like 350 hp.

How much power can a built T5 handle?

My T5 has lasted very reliably behind about 480 ftlb flywheel torque (412 at wheels) with much full throttle use at the strip. Having said that though some people seem to be very ‘hard’ on transmissions and can spit a T5 all over the ground behind a stock 302. If you think you’re in that catagory then don’t use the T5.

How do you tell what Borg Warner I have?

Locate the identification tag number. A quick way to confirm that your transmission is a Borg Warner and what vehicle it was designed for, is to locate the identification number stamped into the “metal tag bolted onto the tail housing,” according to 5speeds.com.

How do I know if I have a WC T5?

Registered. Look for a build tag on the tranny – usually attached to one of the bolts holding the tailshaft housing on. If it references T5-Z (Z is the important piece) then it’s a World Class unit.

How much torque can a T5 handle?

What is a Borg-Warner T-5 transmission?

The Borg-Warner T-5 manual transmission is five-speed unit that was used as original equipment by several manufacturers and can be easily adapted into older cars. It is actually a four-speed with an overdrive. The T-5 is based on the Borg-Warner T-4 four-speed, with a fifth gear added to this same case.

What type of gear oil for 280ZX NWC T5?

The Nissan factory service manual states you can use 80/90w gear oil or “Dexron” ATF in the 280ZX NWC T5. In the early 1980s this would have been Dexron II ATF which is no longer made.

What’s the difference between a Nissan T5 and a 280ZX?

The Nissan T5 came with a special driveshaft to fit the 280ZX. It is stouter and fatter than other Z driveshafts, has a different spline count on the front end and a square flange on the rear. The front yoke is a special one for the Nissan T5 and has a 1.3″ diameter versus the 1.5″ used on the Ford and GM T5s.