ZF-6 Swap

[MidnightBlade]

Would it be possible to swap a ZF-6 in place of my ZF-5? I need the super low 1st for when I am unloading and pulling out on a reather steep hill without frying the clutch when loaded heavy.

And does anyone know if they had the reverse shift fork problem like the ZF-5 has?

 

[lotzagoodstuff]

I think it's been investigated and it's a pretty involved swap with very little benefit as I don't think the 6 speeds are very dependable. Do a thread search, I'm sure you'll find the older thread in here somewhere.

 

[MidnightBlade]

I did a search and there is only 1 thread pertaining to doing the swap. Or if all else fails there is an adapter for the Dodge 6spd right?

 

[Danoflapper]

Put her in 4 low and unlock your front hubs. Poor mans gear splitter.

 

[MidnightBlade]

I am doing that right now, would like to either get a Brownie or GV Under/Overdrive setup.

 

[MidnightBlade]

Would it be possible to use the Dodge 6 speed?

 

[Silver Burner]

Oh yeah! Just put in a 6BT too! Joking, but it would work, eh?!

 

[trapper]

I know i have read a thread somewhere about someone putting a ZF6 in his truck, it was a very involved job just he seemed happy with it...

but here you go read up =)

http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f30/how-put-6-speed-zf-2wd-idi-52618/

 

[trapper]

I know i have read a thread somewhere about someone putting a ZF6 in his truck, it was a very involved job just he seemed happy with it...

but here you go read up =)

http://www.thedieselstop.com/forums/f30/how-put-6-speed-zf-2wd-idi-52618/

 

[johnnyb1]

Years ago we early 'strokes with 5 spd. and 6 spd. I replaced ALOT of the 6 spd trans. The 6 spd used Dextron atf only. The bearings failed quit often. Ford said anything besides Dextron voided the warranty. Not saying they're all junk,just the ones I dealt with were.