MDL Tremec GM TKX 18083 5-spd, Side, Front Socket, Straight, No Offset

MDL MODIFIED SHIFT POSITION TREMEC TKX 5-SPEED

The shifter is a close-ratio custom made piece that is now an integral part of the transmissionthis is an upgraded transmission, this isnt just a bolted-on shifter.
They are all prepared at our facility by hand to ensure quality & precision.
Many hours of R&D were put forth to provide this to you our customer.

No upgraded TKX leaves here unless its right.

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What do we do to the TKX:

MDL modifications bring the shifter stub up in OE positionWe achieve this by carefully machining, updating, and integrating new pieces tothis HOT NEW must-have transmissionNot available through TREMEC.

Fits:
Chevelle, GTO, Lemans, 442, Buick-GS, Malibu
BOP applications for upgrading a 3 or 4-speed manual car to a 5-speed
If your BOP is automatic or has an auto or blank floor console

Video series deep dive install TKX 5-speed into a beautiful 67 A-Body

Features:
Gear Ratios 3.27, 1.98, 1.34, 1, .72od 26 spline input, 31 spline output

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TKX is the next generation in five speeds with End-Loading DesignWhich provides such advantages as:

• a slimmer case design for great tunnel clearance
• increased case strength, and fewer case seams.

All this and 8000 RPM shifting & 600lbs/ft. torque capacitypart 1 of a 5 part Video series deep dive install on a beautiful 67 ChevelleProduct Features

• Sintered carbon/bronze-Hybrid triple cone synchros..with a non-leading tooth profile
• Close gear ratio (3.27, 1.98, 1.34, 1.00, .72) high-performance applications Rated at 600+ft/lbs
• Utilizes Ford TKO bolt pattern 7.2? length input shaft(with a short input shaft option can bolt to:GM close pattern 3-4 speed bellhousings )
• 26-spline input shaft with a 31-spline output shaft for added strength.
• GM .590 pilot tip and 1.375? OD throwout bearing guild tube.
• Robust design with an internal 3-rail shift system & steel shift forks.
• All gears & shafts are made from special grade steel (ASTM 4615) providing increased torque carrying capacity.
• Single-piece countershaft provides an increased torque-carrying capacity
• Tapered roller bearings on input, output, and counter shafts improve performance (reduced noise factor) with caged needle bearing on the main shaft.
• Equipped with a high-performance short-throw billet aluminum shifter that isolates road noise, while providing clean crisp shifts.(Optional offsetMDLshifter available for even more custom fit)
• New smaller mid-position shifter mounting base now reduces the footprint
• Built-in reverse light switch on the left side
• Cruise control safety switch location on the right side of the TKX.
• The rear main-shaft support bushing moved from the tail closer to the gearbox provides better support.
• All mating surfaces are sealed with gaskets

If you are making over 400 hp and need an update from your four-speed this is the transmission for you.

We offer complete TKX five-speed packagesThey are completely customizable.Contact us today for a detailed quote.

Experience the MDL difference:
When you purchase a complete MDL Conversion Package you get

• We extend the manufacturers warranty by an extra year with a 1-year grace period.
• We have the best in the industry customer service.
• lifetime technical support.

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TKX offers even more:

• Three shifter locations are standard. (For the Mid position, an additional kit is required)

• Ford Mechanical 7-tooth speedometer cable drive gear
• The reluctor wheel is 17-tooth.
• OSS two-wire Analog speedometer sensor built-in.
• Reduce engine rpm to a level that makes it fun to drive besides enhancing fuel efficiency.

Lubricant Specifications

For all Tremec TKX 5-Speed models, the recommended oils are:
Amzoil ATF or Synchromesh
Tremec High-Performance manual transmission Fluid (HP-MTF)
GM Synchromesh
Mobil 1 Synthetic ATF.

Fluid capacity is 2.7 quarts / 2.6 Liters.

Fluid Maintenance LINK for Tremec Transmissions