Might be a dumb question, SS tranny into V6? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

DarkneSS · 07-23-2011, 12:19 AM

Sorry if this is dumb, because Im dumb when it comes to trannys.

Could you in theory swap out a manual V6 tranny for a manual SS tranny?

Or would it be cheaper to take my V6 tranny to a good shop and get it built?

VEESIKS · 07-23-2011, 01:20 AM

The gear ratios in the SS trans are totally different than in teh V6 trans. Also an adapter plate for the bellhousing to mate to the engine would need to be made and depending on the length of the SS trans the driveshaft may or may not have to be altered in length... that's just a few of the issues with that swap

fielderLS3 · 07-23-2011, 01:29 AM

Well, the taller ratios from the SS would kill performance, and 6th gear would basically be unusable, as that would leave you with a V6 with a .57 overdrive and a 3.27 rear end. The V6 simply doesn't have enough torque for the LS3's ratios.

Just curious, what are you planning that would require a stronger transmission?

VEESIKS · 07-23-2011, 01:31 AM

I dont think he necessarily needs a stronger one, I think he just wants one that doesnt grind

fielderLS3 · 07-23-2011, 01:34 AM

Grinds at the track power shifting, or all the time? Is the car stock now?

DarkneSS · 07-23-2011, 08:33 AM

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Originally Posted by fielderLS3

Well, the taller ratios from the SS would kill performance, and 6th gear would basically be unusable, as that would leave you with a V6 with a .57 overdrive and a 3.27 rear end. The V6 simply doesn't have enough torque for the LS3's ratios.

Just curious, what are you planning that would require a stronger transmission?

The ratios shouldnt be a problem as people have been swapping to SS gears on their V6 anyway.

Essentially I'd like to turbo the car early next year but I have absolutely no faith in this transmission. It grinds and I dont think it can handle any WHP beyond stock.

The tranny is the weak point on the v6 manual.

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Originally Posted by 2011Camaro

I dont think he necessarily needs a stronger one, I think he just wants one that doesnt grind

This too!

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Originally Posted by fielderLS3

Grinds at the track power shifting, or all the time? Is the car stock now?

Bone stock car, grinds if I shift quick enough. If you check the thread in this section you will see that anyone that can shift fast has the same problem.

nak3dsnake · 07-24-2011, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by fielderLS3

Grinds at the track power shifting, or all the time? Is the car stock now?

On a stock car ours grinds from 1st to 2nd when you try to speed shift or shift in the 5k and up rpm range. Synchronizes cant take the punishment. I switched to a synthetic trans lube and can speed shift with no grind. Still don't do it too often though.

07-23-2011, 12:19 AM	#1
DarkneSS Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 6MT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 3,715	Might be a dumb question, SS tranny into V6? Sorry if this is dumb, because Im dumb when it comes to trannys. Could you in theory swap out a manual V6 tranny for a manual SS tranny? Or would it be cheaper to take my V6 tranny to a good shop and get it built?

07-23-2011, 01:20 AM	#2
VEESIKS formerly 2011Camaro Drives: 2011 Camaro LS IBM M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 816	The gear ratios in the SS trans are totally different than in teh V6 trans. Also an adapter plate for the bellhousing to mate to the engine would need to be made and depending on the length of the SS trans the driveshaft may or may not have to be altered in length... that's just a few of the issues with that swap __________________ Born on the Island and raised in the sand. Semper Fidelis

07-23-2011, 01:29 AM	#3
fielderLS3 Drives: 2016 Mazda6, 2011 Mustang 5.0 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Portage, Wisconsin Posts: 4,049	Well, the taller ratios from the SS would kill performance, and 6th gear would basically be unusable, as that would leave you with a V6 with a .57 overdrive and a 3.27 rear end. The V6 simply doesn't have enough torque for the LS3's ratios. Just curious, what are you planning that would require a stronger transmission? __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE (Arrived 4/29/22) "The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive." . 2022 1SS 1LE (Coming Soon)

07-23-2011, 01:31 AM	#4
VEESIKS formerly 2011Camaro Drives: 2011 Camaro LS IBM M6 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 816	I dont think he necessarily needs a stronger one, I think he just wants one that doesnt grind __________________ Born on the Island and raised in the sand. Semper Fidelis

07-23-2011, 01:34 AM	#5
fielderLS3 Drives: 2016 Mazda6, 2011 Mustang 5.0 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Portage, Wisconsin Posts: 4,049	Grinds at the track power shifting, or all the time? Is the car stock now? __________________ 2022 1SS 1LE (Arrived 4/29/22) "The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive." . 2022 1SS 1LE (Coming Soon)

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