Since 1964, the mustang has been the place to find a large v8, a manual transmission and a solid rear axle. Specs datasheet with technical data and performance data plus an analysis of the direct market competition of ford mustang fastback gt automatic in 2015 the model with 2door fastback coupe body and v8 4951 cm3 302. The gear ratios in the transmission vary between the two models, with the newer mustang. Gear ratios, limited slip and your mustangs rear end. Therefore, a magnum xl will bolt into a 2015 gt, as well. The tremec tr6060 sixspeed manual transmission features six forward speeds and one reverse speed. Thats roughly a ten car length difference at the end of the track. Why the 2018 ford mustang gt automatic is so much quicker. Mt82 specs rebuilt mt82 manual transmission for mustangs. So for 2018, the mustang gt ushers in an important update. While many enthusiasts are concerned with horsepower and torque numbers, thoughts of proper gearing are often set aside. Jan 31, 2020 not only did ford give the mustang gt more power and torque along with a facelift, but they also revised the mt82s gearing, making the first three gears taller and giving it two overdrive gears. Manual transmission provides smoother shifting than previous mustangs.
The base mustang, equipped with the v6 which now outputs 300 horsepower, strangely down 5hp from last years model with the automatic transmission weighs just 12 pounds more than the outgoing model at 3530 pounds, while the biggest weight gains are seen in the gt model, up 87 pounds to 3705 when equipped with the manual transmission. The gear ratios, synchronizer, fly wheel and clutch are all new parts. As for the transmission, the 2018 gts sixspeed manual got a new dualmass flywheel which is supposed to reduce noise, vibration and harshness, a new twindisc clutch that is rated for more. Ever since tremecs t56 appeared in the 2003 cobra, mustang fans have been enamored with the sixspeed transmission. And it added a 10speed automatic transmission as an option. The gear ratios, synchronizer, fly wheel and clutch are. The great thing about a manual transmission you control it. Ford s197 mustang transmission swap muscle mustangs and. And like any good mustang, a choice of rearend gear ratios are offered starting with. Building my ideal 2015 ford mustang ecoboost fastback torque.
Tr3160 this manual transmission features six forward. View and download ford mustang 2015 owners manual online. If the gt 350 is to come out with an automatic transmission, it will most likely be special transmission made for shelby just like the manual. It comes down to personal preference and lifestyle. A total of 1964 units of a version of the 2015 ford mustang gt coupe with the performance pack and either a manual or automatic transmission, were made to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the ford mustang vehicle lineup.
Jan 29, 2020 did ford ruin their manual transmission. First my aim goal is to go full na with my car headers, 2018 manifold ported, xpipe, injectors, suspension kit ect but im a street racer and im a big fan of roll outs races. Ford mustang standard transmission with richmond 6speed transmission 2015, manual transmission main shaft by richmond. Rear gears can also affect things like gas mileage, automatic transmission shift points, rpm when cruising down the highway and what gear youre in when crossing the 14 mile traps at the dragstrip. Jan 29, 2020 the example fenske chooses to illustrate this dynamic. Lmr walks you through each transmission option and what mustang they came in. Referred to as mt82d4, the latest incarnation of the sixspeed manual developed from the tremec tr6060 promises to perform. Sep 20, 2014 all three engines come with the choice of a sixspeed manual or sixspeed automatic transmission. The gear ratios in the transmission vary between the two models, with the newer mustang showing more linear acceleration across the. For most people the auto is faster in a 14 mile especially with a performance rear axle ratio. Theres an old saying that if you have to ask how much something costs, you probably cant afford it. Whether its a weekend cruiser and easy daily driving that youre after, or an allaround drivers car that is a blast to drive on the twisties, there really isnt a right answer when it comes to choosing the right transmission for your mustang.
The newer pony has 460 hp, versus 435 hp when the currentgen mustang gt first launched. Which mustang shifter do i need a common question that is often answered incorrectly. It is derived from the tremec t56 6speed manual transmission. Why the manual transmission 2018 mustang gt feels slower. It is manufactured by tremec formerly transmission technologies corporation. Mt82 transmission specifications mt82 6 speed manual transmission gear ratios mt82 5. How the 2018 ford mustang gt really compares to the last one. Weve wanted to swap a sixspeed into every mustang since. Includes all necessary hardware needed to complete installation. The tr3160 benefits from the all of the latest and. Ford performance mustang tremec magnum xl t56 6 speed. The tr3160 is designed for either a single or double overdrive application and is used for light delivery vans, light commercial vehicles, or. Unlike automatics of the past, the mustang gt s new 10speed automatic gets past that hurdle plus it exploits mechanical advantages over the sixspeed manual to boot. The example fenske chooses to illustrate this dynamic.
The magnum xl is available in two different gear ratio packages. The issues with the manual transmission are overblown and i actually like my mt82. May 04, 2015 2015 ford mustang gt longterm road test. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. I remember my 2011 gt brembo car i would start in second and skip shift 2, 4, 6 if i wasnt in a hurry. Numerically lower ratios produce top speed while numerically higher ratios produce more off the line acceleration. The greatest mass delta is found when comparing gt fastback models equipped with manual transmissions. Steeda has you covered, read everything you will need to know about mustang manual transmissions, from fox body to s550. I would not be afraid of buying a new mustang manual right now.
Richmond gear is the leading manufacturer of professional quality, highperformance drivetrain products. The 2015 mustang gt comes with the 420hp, allaluminum block, 5. All sorts of information about all mustang axle ratios. We were impressed when the mustang gt with auto transmission, less grippy rubber and lower gear ratios beat our longtermer. Level 2 ford mustang getrag mt82 6 speed 201517 astro. How transmission gear ratios influence the acceleration and. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview cj. Forced induction mustangs dont need a steep gear since they have the power to get moving.
Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. A stock 20152017 gt with the mt82 manual transmission will run that same quarter mile in 12. The base mustang, equipped with the v6 which now outputs 300 horsepower, strangely down 5hp from last years model with the automatic transmission weighs just 12 pounds more than the outgoing model at 3530 pounds, while the biggest weight gains are seen in the gt model, up 87 pounds to 3705 when equipped with the manual transmission, or. Check out the video to see why the 2015 2017 ford mustang gt features the best gear ratios, and what effects changing the ratios. Nov 15, 2017 for 2018 the mustang gt with a manual transmission received not only massive engine updates but also manual transmission updates. Jul 11, 2015 as weve previously covered, tremecs magnum sixspeed is probably the baddest outofthebox, factorystyle manual transmission you can put in a mustang, and when blowby racing decided to add one to this 15 mustang gt, we had to follow along. For 2018 the mustang gt with a manual transmission received not only massive engine updates but also manual transmission updates. The differential is slightly different, so the gears arent. The ratios will also help you determine mph and rpm in specific gears for racers interested in how much it will effect their performance. A common upgrade for 2015 2020 mustang manual transmissions is the transmission. The base curb weight of the 2015 v6 fastback with a sixspeed manual transmission is 3,526 pounds, a 30pound increase. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2015 ford mustang coupe 2d gt v8. Looking to upgrade or discover what manual transmission is in your mustang.
We can help you get the job done with the right parts, knowledge, and expertise to do it right the first time. Mustang rear gears mustang rear gear ratios overview. This extra bit of gear makes up for the lower first gear of the transmission and the slip of the converter. How transmission gear ratios influence the acceleration. Thats especially true with the replacement price of a ford gt transmission the ford gt. Why would you want to change your mustangs gear ratio. Your mustangs rear gear ratio dictates its top speed, fuel economy, and acceleration. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2015 ford mustang 2dr fastback gt at u. One of the most common pieces of mustang advice is to sway the gear ratio axle ratio in. Aug 24, 2015 fords mustang is as american as the hot dog and kfc double down, but for 2015 it received an internationallyfocused makeover. These werent rated for anything much more than 200lbft of torque and not really recommended for anything other than the stock engines the 7982 had. Sep 20, 2017 in 1979, the foxbody mustang was introduced with the srod single rail overdrive 4speed manual transmission and was used up to 1982.
Roush supercharger overview ford mustang install cost. Gear ratios dictate how quickly your car will accelerate from a mechanical standpoint. The ford mustang has offered both a manual transmission and automatic transmission option from 1979 all the way to 2014. With the 6speed manual transmission, mt was able to get the 20 mustang gt from 060 in 4. From 1 september 2017, certain new vehicles will be typeapproved using the world harmonised light vehicle test procedure wltp according eu 20171151 as last amended, which is a new, more. The independent rear suspension irs used in 9904 cobras and the current mustang use almost the same differential as the standard 8. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. All three engines come with the choice of a sixspeed manual or sixspeed automatic transmission. Those ratios allow the mustang gt to accelerate hardest in 1st gear and with each shift, the decrease in gearing leads to less acceleration forces. Transmission gear ratios if your planning on swapping in a different transmission or just curious on your gear ratios, the following charts will be helpful.
But, with this new gearing, is the 20182020 mt82 as fun to drive as the 20152017 iteration, or did ford ruin their mustangs manual transmission. In this article, well cover the manual transmissions that. And, boy, is the 2015 mustang gt better than my old new edge mustang gt and the more recent mustang gts that have come since. A common upgrade for 2015 2020 mustang manual transmissions is the transmission mount insert. We tried out both of them backtoback to discover which is better. Count on late model restoration for your 2015 2020 mustang transmission needs. When the 2015 shelby gt350 first appeared in the market, ford announced that it would be pairing the shelbys 526 hp 5. Nov 10, 2017 2018 ford mustang gt features upgraded mt82 manual transmission. Transmission 6speed manual curb weight fr dist 3814 lb 54. The gold standard for automatic mustangs is an axle ratio of 4.
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