GM transaxle

[mjoc1]

I am looking into buying one of those kit cars like the ultima GTR or the factory Five GTM I think it is called. I am trying to figure out if the GM transaxle out of the new corvette will bolt up to an LSX motor with out having to use a torque tube.

Anybody have any input?


Mike

[oestek]

Call Jeff Schwartz...

[parsonsj]

Transaxles is probably the most heavily discussed subject on the Factory Five and RCR forums.

People ask all the time about using a C5 or C6 transaxle.

They won't work, for a simple reason: the differential is behind the gearbox, pushing the distance from the rear of the engine to the rear axle centerline 18" farther than corresponding Porsche, Ricardo, or Mendeola transaxles.

jp

[SwampHouse Kustoms]

JP,

If you don't mind the extra 18" b/c you are not using this setup in a Factory Five or other kit car, will it work?

Will a LS motor bolt up directly to the transaxle without the torque tube? Is an adapter plate needed or other special machined parts?

Thanks