i have a 1987 monte carlo ss, its got the stock carburated 305ho. i am looking to switch from auto to manual trans and was just wondering what would be the easiest trans to swap on and bell housing? ive heard t5 but there is a v6 and v8 version aparently? what would you suggest

 

I knew a couple of guys used a set up out of a 3rd gen f-body.ive never done one myself.

 

I have decided to put a t5 out of a Camaro in it is a very easy swap thanks

 

my girlfriend's dad has an 82. he did this conversion recently I will ask him and get some detailed info for you

 

The biggest challenge your going to face is finding and hanging the pedals!
The question also that remains.... are going to use a mechanicall assy or a hydraulic assy? If your going to use a Hydraulic set up assy.... Do you have the room next to the brake booster to instahl the reservoir?

Coverting from an automatic to a Manual is no easy task! Theres a lot involved in the process. Say for instance if you were going to use a Manual assy... Mounting the swing arm assy (for the ball mount) isn't going to be as easy either.... Because you also have to figure out where the swing arm mount will be on the frame.... Then the question is:
Do you have the capeabilitys to weld it in place? Ive never seen one bolted in place... Then getting the alignment right is also critical to get it to release the clutch properly....

Lots to consider for sure!
Good Luck!

Yes I have taken on this venture once or twice in My lifetime....
These were just a few things we ran into!

all 4 speeds are pretty much the the same
Muncie,
Rockcrusher
Borg Warner T-10
etc....
Getting the right clutch setup is key! Throwout bearing, clutch fork etc....

When I was drag racing....
I had a Speed Pro clutch (From Gratiot auto)
That had a 10 1/2 inch bolt up ...that used al 11 inch disk!