faceplated T56 is finally shifting correctly

[TonyG2]

I've been fighting some issues with my faceplated T56 (actually, just 3rd and 4th are faceplated), and it seems that they are finally resolved. Here is an in-car video of my first pass at Cecil yesterday. Notice how clunky the 1/2 (synchroed) shift was, compared to 2/3 and 3/4 (faceplated).

Blown 2v Mustang on the dragstrip w/ faceplated T56, - YouTube

Before, I would either be locked out of 4th, or get a big grind/clunk. So this is a big improvement, even though I didn't beat my best time when the tranny was synchroed.

Next step is a rebuildable LSD that will handle the abuse better than the 31 spl Ford Trac loc I'm using now (and constantly rebuilding). I think I'll hate driving my car with a detroit locker or a spool, so I want to stay with an LSD. Any recommendations?

Notice also, the guy at 0:38 passing me like I was standing still. He had some problems off the launch (1.55 60')...but still finished the 1/4 at 9.3 @ 155, amazing!

 

[T's03GT]

Damn that looks smooth! Car sounds great

 

[NMB2]

Detroit tru-trac

 

[brian97cobra]

looked good and damn that dude passed you hard. but you were still doing great.

 

[R.D.P.]

Nice video. Damn I wish my trans would hit third like that.

 

[CobraBob]

I'll bet that many would love to hit third like that. LOL.

Glad you're happy with the results. Nice video, and yeah, that guy screamed by like you stopped. 9.3 @ 155 is moving out!

 

[03SonicVert]

Trans looks very efficient or you have a hell of a driver mod.... Probably both!

Ah yes.... Cecil County Dragway. Spent many a Friday night there back in the 90's when I was a teenager. Atco was closer to us in Philly but Cecil County was just the spot when you wanted a time associated with the 1/4 mile. If not Holstein or 61st street would do just fine Thursday thru Sunday!

SV

 

[TonyG2]

Detroit tru-trac

I'm considering it, but I'm not convinced that its much stronger than a well-built tracloc. I like the idea of the detroit electrac, that converts to a full spool at the push of a button, but it doesn't seem to be popular in the drag racing community. I found one guy who tried it, but had problems with it and eventually switched to a locker

 

[98 Saleen Cobra]

You ran that time with the T-trim? Holy shit if that's the case.. Either way the car is flying man, and shifting great!!

Sorry I thought I read you went 9.5 with the T-trim lol. I read the details and you are still hauling ass with the T-trim@ 23psi!! Spin that shit lol

 

[TonyG2]

Ah yes.... Cecil County Dragway. Spent many a Friday night there back in the 90's when I was a teenager. Atco was closer to us in Philly but Cecil County was just the spot when you wanted a time associated with the 1/4 mile. If not Holstein or 61st street would do just fine Thursday thru Sunday!
SV

I moved to MD from Philly ten years ago. When I lived there, I also preferred CC over Atco or Maple Grove. But I preferred Sat mornings -much quieter, shorter lines, and an older crowd. Don't know where Holstein/61st is, I grew up in West Philly.

 

[Tractionless1]

Detroit tru-trac

+1000

I'm considering it, but I'm not convinced that its much stronger than a well-built tracloc. I like the idea of the detroit electrac, that converts to a full spool at the push of a button, but it doesn't seem to be popular in the drag racing community. I found one guy who tried it, but had problems with it and eventually switched to a locker

It doesn't need to be rebuilt isn't that what you're looking for? Before I bought mine I researched and found 1k hp drag cars abusing the hell out of them without issue. The 1 guy you found probably screwed up the install, mine's flawless.

 

[cyclegrip]

I've got about 1000 miles on a Yukon duragrip and it's been pretty good so far, lays 11s all around town lol
I've got a 3.4whipple and it's in a solid rear if that helps

 

[TonyG2]

It doesn't need to be rebuilt isn't that what you're looking for? Before I bought mine I researched and found 1k hp drag cars abusing the hell out of them without issue. The 1 guy you found probably screwed up the install, mine's flawless.

Thanks, most of the discussions I find about the electrac are regarding off-roading. I don't understand why more people who are into drag racing (and have street cars) don't use them -especially if they can handle the power like you say. Seems like a perfect solution for having the best of both worlds.

 

[NMB2]

I think you might be confused tony.... I didn't say the Electrac, I said the tru-trac which is an eaton torsen style limited slip unit. I would never consider a trash lock (trac lock) in a car like yours. You can rebuild it and pack the clutches tight enough to almost turn it into a spool, but it will always eventually wear out and suck...they are a waste of time.

If you are looking for a selectable locker, the only unit I would consider is an ARB.

 

[NMB2]

You could also go with a torsen t2r or the like...

 

[98 Saleen Cobra]

Another option that most people don't know about is DPI differentials.. They make some beefy unit for sure!!

 

[TonyG2]

I think you might be confused tony.... I didn't say the Electrac, I said the tru-trac which is an eaton torsen style limited slip unit. I would never consider a trash lock (trac lock) in a car like yours. You can rebuild it and pack the clutches tight enough to almost turn it into a spool, but it will always eventually wear out and suck...they are a waste of time.

If you are looking for a selectable locker, the only unit I would consider is an ARB.

I think Tractionless1 was confused, but it doesn't matter. I'm actually leaning towards the Tru-trac this point. Eaton is giving $50 discounts on them until 30June, so I may go for it. I just hope that it'll handle being hit with 6k clutch dumps on slicks.

But I still wish I can find a suitable diff that can be both limited slip (or open) and a locker. I haven't found anyone who had good experience with them on the dragstrip. With the Tru-Trac, I'm seeing mixed reviews. I've been looking at Torsen T2r and Wavetrac as well. I just don't want to spend nearly $1k, and be back in the same boat after 1 or 2 seasons. I can get that type of endurance from a tracloc.

 

[TonyG2]

Another option that most people don't know about is DPI differentials.. They make some beefy unit for sure!!

Thanks, I never heard of them. I'll check them out.

 

[NMB2]

I think Tractionless1 was confused, but it doesn't matter. I'm actually leaning towards the Tru-trac this point. Eaton is giving $50 discounts on them until 30June, so I may go for it. I just hope that it'll handle being hit with 6k clutch dumps on slicks.

But I still wish I can find a suitable diff that can be both limited slip (or open) and a locker. I haven't found anyone who had good experience with them on the dragstrip. With the Tru-Trac, I'm seeing mixed reviews. I've been looking at Torsen T2r and Wavetrac as well. I just don't want to spend nearly $1k, and be back in the same boat after 1 or 2 seasons. I can get that type of endurance from a tracloc.

If you are ok with having it open when its not locked just buy an ARB and be done.

 

[TonyG2]

I'm considering it....and something called an Ox locker, which is cable activated (no air compressor). At least an open diff will handle better than a detroit locker or a spool.