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05-01-2009 #1
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GM transaxle
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
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05-01-2009 #2
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05-02-2009 #3
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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.
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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?
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