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Old 12-17-2010, 07:58 PM
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Hi Gary,
A T-5's life is about the drivers technique (no power shifting), horsepower/torque & weight of the car. Let's face it, a Cobra usually weighs less than 2600 lbs. With a smooth driver the T-5 Z is a great gearbox if you're nice. If you on kill, expect it to die with a good shot of abuse....
Remember, no powershifting or sidestepping the clutch and you should enjoy it for years...
Oh last note, do not use a heavy performance clutch. I would recommend a King Cobra clutch. That will decrease the impact of a hard grabbing clutch.

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Originally Posted by hinoonaz View Post
Hi Mike
Can the new t5 handle the torque though. I am not hard on the trans otherwise mine would have blown up long ago. Of course if synchros were better , abuse would result to a small degree.
thxs gary
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