Kit Components

A truly complete conversion from automatic, combining the unmodified Tremec transmission with all of the correct matched accessory parts that have been carefully selected and tested by Keisler for guaranteed quality and performance.

Drivetrain component selection and installation instructions and support is critical to get the job done right. Rest assured, buying from Keisler - the leader in overdrive transmission systems - is the first step in the best driving improvement you will make to your 55-57 Chevy.

1.  TRANSMISSION - NEW UNMODIFIED TREMEC TKO-500 (500 HP/500 LB-FT), with original Tremec shift mechanism.
 

• Provides two possible shift positions, at 16.75" or 19.5" from the rear face of the bellhousing.
   
• Muncie / Borg-Warner GM bolt pattern and input shaft configuration for direct bolt-up to the factory Chevrolet bellhousing (requires a 1-1/8" x 26 spline clutch disk).
• Gear Ratios: 3.27 1st, 1.98 2nd, 1.34 3rd, 1.00 4th, .68 5th; 3.00 reverse.
• Low RPM Cruising - 32% drop in engine RPM in 5th gear (check out our Speed Analyzer).
• Nation-Wide Parts & Service - Parts in-stock; service in-house.

2.  PILOT BEARING - Needle Roller Bearing for long life and high capacity.

 

3.  ISOLATOR - Heavy-duty rubber isolator. Polyurethane upgrade available.

4.  BACK-UP LIGHT WIRING HARNESS - Easy coupling to factory wiring.

5.  NEUTRAL SAFETY START SWITCH - Can be wired into starter circuit if desired.

6.  SPEEDOMETER CABLE & DRIVEN GEAR - Mechanical speedometer cable and correct driven gear PLUS integrated 2-wire electronic output included. Optional electronic wiring harness also available (for use with electronic speedometers or EFI).

7.  DRIVESHAFT - Lightweight high strength steel, automatic welded and computer dynamic balanced with premium solid sealed U-joints, painted satin black, certified and serialized. Built in-house on Hines driveshaft manufacturing cell for the ultimate in quality and craftsmanship!

8.  SLIP YOKE - Heavy duty Spicer slip yoke.

9.  BELLHOUSING - Keisler designed & manufactured reproduction of the 11 inch '621' bellhousing. Made in USA of high strength cast aluminum-titanium construction, 50% thicker wall construction than factory, CNC machined; available for Chevrolet V8s and GM LS engines.

10.  BELLHOUSING INSPECTION COVER - stamped steel, black powder paint; genuine GM.

11.  FLYWHEEL - Billet steel flywheel, computer balanced.

12.  FLYWHEEL BOLTS - Grade 8+ specialty flywheel bolts; with locking washers.

13.  CLUTCH KIT - Modern pedal effort diaphragm Performance Clutch Kit incl: computer balanced pressure plate, premium sprung hub Clutch Disc (with latest technology environment friendly friction material), sealed release bearing, lube pack.

14.  CLUTCH BOLTS - Grade 8+ specialty clutch bolts.

15.  PEDAL KIT - New reproduction clutch pedal assembly with rubber pad.

16.  MECHANICAL CLUTCH ACTUATOR LINKAGE KIT (Original Type) - clutch pedal pushrod, z-bar, return linkage, springs, clips, pivot ball (if required), frame bracket for pivot ball.

16(opt).  OPTIONAL HYDRAULIC CLUTCH ACTUATOR KIT (Modern Type, Recommended) - OEM reliability, high quality exclusive Keisler design; easier pedal effort than mechanical type; installs much easier than mechanical actuator, with no linkage required; includes: 1) quick release master cylinder with ball joint and adjustable push rod, 2) single stainless steel line-set with bleeder fitting, 3) high tech OE grade concentric self-centering double-sealed hydraulic release bearing (rated at 7000 RPM), 4) bellhousing dust cover & line bracket, 5) remote clutch reservoir with fluid baffle, molded cap, 6) DOT approved low pressure line, and 7) installation instructions.

17.  SHIFT HANDLE  - High quality chrome shift handle and ball, for bench or bucket seats.

18.  SHIFT BOOT AND TRIM RING - Molded black rubber accordion style shift boot with chrome trim ring.
 

19.  INSTALLATION HARDWARE KIT - High strength Grade 5 and 8 fasteners, properly sorted, bagged and labeled for easy reference.

20.  INSTALLATION MANUAL - Highly illustrated step-by-step instruction manual.

21.  3 YEAR WARRANTY - 2 years to activate (in case you are restoring a car)! Extended warranty available at extra cost. Best Customer Support in the Industry.

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Keisler's Builder's Series Kit is a great lower-cost alternative to the PerfectFit Kit for the car owner who will be installing a custom interior with bucket seats. The Builder's Series Kit includes all the same high quality components as the PerfectFit Kit, but with a non-customized transmission. Requires modification of the factory transmission tunnel and will not work with the original bench seat.

Enjoy low-rpm cruising, great fuel economy, and less engine wear with the TKO-500 5-speed overdrive!

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Testimonials

Recent Testimonials...

Pat Johansson - '57 Chevy

Thanks Jeff and Keisler,
From a happy customer in Sweden...I went for a weekend trip to Norway, about a 12 hour trip to break in the gear box. Due to the 5-gear this was possible (big block and 4.10 rear axle) and something that was a big bonus, driving down the mountains, I could downshift to a lower gear and not overheat the rear drum brakes.  It's so fun to drive this stickshift car and maybe I take it to the track in late August and see if I can improve the quarter mile run. It feels like 700hp when I drive the car!!  The engine makes about 560-580 after upgrade.
Best regards,
Patrik