School me please on 292 Yblock ****** options....

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dabirdguy

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Hi guys...
I am not a Ford guy so bear with me.
I am building a custom '55 Merc wagon. I have the original 292 (stuck) with the automatic ****** that came with the car when I purchased it.
http://glennsplace.com/55_merc.htm

I have also obtained another nice free turning 292 with a stick shift ******. The 292 going in will be basically stock with 3 94's mostly for show.

The condition of either ****** is an unknown at this time.
Pics:
http://glennsplace.com/da_y_block.htm

I am not adverse to rebuilding the automatic ****** in hand.
I have the pedal setups an linkages from a parts car I scavanged a while back, so I can go either way.

Are there any OTHER ****** options that are available that will bolt up to the 292 I should consider?

What are the merits/problems associated with either of the above?


All help appreciated!


Glenn
 
If you can find one of the Ford T-10 4 speeds with the early bolt pattern,you could use that.They changed the pattern in 64 so it needs to be earlier than that. Or check out http://www.ford-y-block.com/ 'there is a lot of information on that site.
 
If you want an automatic, I suggest the C4. Not a bolt up, but its a nice conversion. Flat-O-Matic is one of the best.
 
Wow, that seems mighty high for a T5 estimate.

Of course it's your call, but I've seen them on Craig's List for much less than $800. Admittedly one's taking a chance with a used one but I've seen several in the $300-$400 range.

My son got lucky & found a late model good, correct-coded T5 to put behind his 351W for cheap, had it 'gone thru' by a good ****** guy, all for under $400 in it.

NOTE: If you haven't already done so, you may want to go over on the HAMB & check in with the '52-'56 Fords social group for some more info/advice. There's a great bunch of folks over there with lots of 'tech-spertise' on Yblocks and setups, etc.

Link: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/group.php?groupid=332

Ron
 
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The FMX is probably the easiest to install. Drill two holes in the bellhousing. Change the front pump for the cruise-o you take out and use your torque converter. Presto!!
 
i have an s10 5 speed in my 55 monterey wagon along with an explorer rear 250.00 for the trans 200.00 for adapter and 175.00 for the drive shaft works great
 
John Mummert sells the T5 adapter for 199.00 over at Ford-y-blocks.com. Has all the info you need also. John's a good guy to talk to if you run into problems. You dont need a truck bell housing if you are installing it in a passenger car.

FMX is a great choice for your Merc.
 
So is the Fordomatic that large a piece of crap?

I have a nice drop out 292 from a 62 Galaxie for my next 32 project and planned on using the stock ******.
 
Just do whatever John Mummert tells you to do. :D Very helpful guy. I have a T5 and his adaptor sitting in my shop, waiting on me get off my big be-hind. :o

Lots written about the T5 on Jalopy Journal site. It pays to do your homework. Seems like a match made in heaven between that transmission and these older motors. I've never spoke to anyone who wasn't thrilled with the results.
 
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The FMX is probably the easiest to install. Drill two holes in the bellhousing. Change the front pump for the cruise-o you take out and use your torque converter. Presto!!
And use the same tail shaft. Saves speedo geer trouble, and drive shaft issues. But yes a simple and clean set up... Gerry
 
A full sized sedan is rather heavy. The T5 is easy to break when you stand on it a few times. I tend to stand on it from time to time. Two of the Mustang parts vendors told me the same thing about a T5 behind a stout Y block in a 55 sedan. Dont do it. I stepped up to a Tremec 3550. It does cost a bit more, but it has been in there for years with no problems, and yes, it still does get stood on a few times every year. I use a stock aluminum drive shaft from a crown vic with a 302 and AOD with a C6 front yoke and the stock rear flange hooking to a Ranger 8.8
 
Old Don read my emails to Fox Auto Salvage :rolleyes:

Since I did not find out why Fordomatics stink, I started looking into the T5 Conversion for my stock 62 292 out of a Galaxie. When he quoted the price for the T5, he said they are not for racing! I agreed and figured that normal driving with the stock engine would not be a big deal, and it should hold up for that. It was rated at 170 hp.

I also decided on a Mustang 8.8 with 3.73 gears.

(The car its going in is not a 62 Galaxie)
 
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