Stock 6 speed vs 550 RWHP

**ss_caramo** · 03-04-2008, 02:10 PM

Ive been kicking around the idea of doing a procharger or similar blower on the Camaro. I think ive talked myself out of the turbo, due to the high temps and cool downs and such involved. Procharger claims 35-40% hp gains on mild boost. So, if im allready putting 400+ to the ground, Im looking at a new rwhp # in the 550 range? My concern is the 6 speed at that point. Besides the obvious other driveline upgrades, im wondering if the tranny is gonna sneeze under that kind of a load?

**shady milkman** · 03-04-2008, 02:22 PM

yea..the t56 is a beast..but it needs some work. dodge viper internals are needed...the 2-3 fork replacment..upgraded synchros and deff a better then stock shifter..like a pro 5.0..also just something to think about when running those numbers is make sure to check all your mounts..and keep a eye on your driveshaft.

**Frost** · 03-04-2008, 08:50 PM

the stock M6 is good up to 700rwhp and further if not shifted hard. The rest of the driveline is not so fortunate.

**shady milkman** · 03-05-2008, 04:50 AM

Originally Posted by Frost

the stock M6 is good up to 700rwhp and further if not shifted hard. The rest of the driveline is not so fortunate.

really? are you talking about the f-bod t-56 or the viper t-56

**Frost** · 03-05-2008, 05:00 AM

I was told that long ago by one of the spronsor builders on another site, and looking at and working with the cars that I have over the last 3 years, I'd say it's right. Yeah, I'm talking about our OEM trans.

**shady milkman** · 03-05-2008, 05:10 AM

Originally Posted by Frost

I was told that long ago by one of the spronsor builders on another site, and looking at and working with the cars that I have over the last 3 years, I'd say it's right. Yeah, I'm talking about our OEM trans.

hmm intresting...i will take your word for it. I have just herd upgrading the internals to viper t-56 internals was wise when running big numbers..since vipers run 400ish-470 to the wheels and use those upgraded internals

**Frost** · 03-05-2008, 05:33 AM

I know mine has been abused at well over 700whp for the last 9K miles... some of it even powershifting

**shady milkman** · 03-05-2008, 05:44 AM

looks like i've underestimated the good ol t-56

**Packy** · 03-05-2008, 06:15 AM

I ran the stock T-56 up to around 560 rwhp with no trouble. I used a Spec 3+ clutch and had a Denny's Nitrous ready drvieshaft. Worked just fine for me then I decided to go TH400 for some more consistent times.