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*NEW ITEM 1970-81 Camaro/Firebird 5-Speed RS PerfectFit Kit-Auto


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The Keisler RallyeSport 5-Speed PerfectFit® System is the easiest and most complete way to convert your automatic Camaro or Firebird to a modern 5-speed overdrive transmission.

Based on the advanced Borg Warner T-45 5-speed built from 1996-2001, the remanufactured Keisler RS® revolutionizes this transmission design, incorporating the robust BW T-56 carbon fiber synchronizers to all gears including reverse. Plus, new SAE 9310 chrome-nickel-moly steel alloy gears (when required), CNC ground in the USA provide high torque, silent operation.

Carbon fiber lined synchronizers provide 7000 RPM silky smooth, low effort shifts, and reverse is also synchronized. Single rail architecture with Guide Plate means you won’t miss a shift, especially the 2-3 at the track. OEM proven high mesh gear design provides nearly silent operation. Enjoy the new best-in-class 5-speed Keisler RS® at a price that beats the competition every time. One drive with the Keisler RS® and you won’t want anything less.

This is a complete conversion from automatic to manual, with all the parts and pieces you need to get the job done quickly and easily.

Kit Components

Brought to you by the leader in overdrive transmissions, the complete Keisler PerfectFit RS® transmission kit has been matched with all of the correct parts proven and tested by Keisler for guaranteed quality and performance.

With 20 years of experience you can count on us to be there for installation instruction and support. Join thousands of others and take your Camaro or Firebird to the next level with Keisler!  The best driving improvement you will make to your car!

1.  TRANSMISSION
- RS500 (500 LB-FT)  or RS400 (400 LB-FT)  built at Keisler’s factory. A number of custom features are included (with no hidden charges) that you won't find anywhere else, including:

  • PerfectFit® shifter position is STANDARD – not an extra cost upsell.
  • Bolts up to Chevy and Pontiac bellhousings.
  • Shifter location that fits your Camaro or FIrebird with NO CUTTING!
  • Advanced, high feature compact shifter features adjustable solid stops, tunable cross gate spring bias, short-ratio lever throws, 4140 chrome steel alloy, Teflon bearings under all pivot shifter designed to provide better-than-stock shifting.
  • Internal guide plate precisely guides the shifter through the gears. Never miss a 2-3 shift again!
  • Gear Ratios:
    • RS500 and RS400 = 3.37 1st, 1.99 2nd, 1.33 3rd, 1.00 4th, .67 5th
  • Low RPM Cruising - 33% drop in engine RPM in 5th gear (check out our Speed Analyzer).
  • Precision Assembled, TRIPLE Quality Checked - at Keisler by our highly trained technicians, using high quality, American made gears; 100% inspected for function, leak and visual appearance (check us out).
  • Nation-Wide Parts & Service - Parts in-stock; service in-house.


2.  CROSSMEMBER
- Best on the market by providing maximum clearance for exhaust while offering an OE quality look; No-flex/No-problem rigid welded box construction design with integrated isolator perch and gusseted mounting flanges, gloss black epoxy powder paint. This is a far better product than the inexpensive bent tube type crossmembers seen elsewhere.


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


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


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


6.  SPEEDOMETER CABLE & DRIVEN GEAR OR ELECTRONIC OUTPUT
- Mechanical speedometer cable and correct driven gear OR integrated 2-wire electronic output with wiring pigtail included.


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


10.  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 all Chevy V8s and GM LS engines.


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


12.  FLYWHEEL
- Billet steel flywheel, computer balanced.


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


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


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


16.  PEDAL KIT
 - New reproduction pedal assembly with rubber pads.


17.  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.


17(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.


18.  SHIFTER HANDLE
- Authentic looking, tapered round shank chrome handle, designed & manufactured by Keisler for Camaro & Firebird, features "TKO" with Keisler logo; aftermarket Hurst handle also available (but not correct height or offset as Keisler repro handle).


19.  KNOB
- Classic white or black knob with shift pattern embossed; Optional knobs: Keisler 3D in white or black.


20.  SHIFTER BOOT & TRIM RING
 - Authentic look; quality rubber accordion type boot & stamped trim ring.


21. TUNNEL HUMP
- Reproduction 4-speed tunnel hump, required for proper shifter location.


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


23.  1 YEAR WARRANTY
- With a 2 year window to activate, allowing you ample time to build your dream car and get it on the road.   Best Customer Support in the Industry.


100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

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*NEW ITEM 1970-81 Camaro/Firebird 5-Speed RS PerfectFit Kit-Auto

Overview-Ordering

Speed Analyzer

Keisler Speed Analyzer

5-SPEED TRANSMISSION ANALYZER

1. Pick your 5-Speed:

RS 400/500 3.37(1st)/.67(5th)*

(Reduction in RPM: 33%)

RS 600 2.80(1st)/.67(5th)*

(Reduction in RPM: 33%)

TKO-500 3.27(1st)/.68(5th)

(Reduction in RPM: 32%)

TKO-600 2.87(1st)/.64(5th)

(Reduction in RPM: 36%)

TKO-600 2.87(1st)/.82(5th)

(Reduction in RPM: 18%)

2. Pick your tire size:  /  R-

3. Pick your cruising RPMs:

Results: The Best of Both Worlds!

Low Gear Acceleration AND Low RPM Cruising!

1st Gear Comparison

Final Gear Comparison

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Accelerates like:

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Rolling diameter for selected tire:    inches

KEISLER Gear Set:

Torque:

Muncie/T10 Gear Set: 1st=2.52:1; 4th=1:1

Testimonials

Recent Testimonials...


Walt Reynolds - '68 Z28 Camaro


I probably should have done this a long time ago but here I go. I am the original owner of a 1968 Z/28 Camaro. It has about 25000 original street miles and over 8000 1/4 mile drag strip passes. It still has original paint and interior except the carpet has been replaced a few times. In 2006 I went on my first Hot Rod Magazine Drag Week. At the time, the car had a Super T10 4-speed and 4:56 gears. It was not very fun to drive 1000 miles at 4000rpms!  In 2007 I installed my Keisler T56 and 5:14 gears for Drag Week. The transmission made it so much easier to drive in the highway. 75 mph was about 2200RPMS in 6TH (.50) For this years (2010) Drag Week I changed the rear gears to 5:57 which is the ratio I used back in the 70's. For Drag Week 2010 I had set three goals.  Make the whole round trip, lift the front wheels off the gound (pull wheelies), and ET in the 11's.  Well I made the first two which isn't too bad. My car is an original 302. It is set up like an NHRA stocker. It is .030 over with a Lunati RL302 stock eliminator cam, Manley Rods, original intake manifold and 4053 (780 CFM) Holley carb and Summers Brothers spool and axles. It launches at 7000 RPM and I power shift @ 7500 RPM. This year David Freiburger of Hot Rod asked me if I would have my car lettered like it was for the 1970 Winternationals and I said yes. Here are some picturesof  the car both ways. I want to thank Keisler for the great kit. It was very easy to install and works fantastic. I think I want to check out the new clutchless model!
 

Robert Kostash - '69 Camaro RS Yenko Pro-Tour


The shop that completed the Pro-Tour project has used Keisler 5 speed and 6 speed kits numerous times...they were keen to do another Keisler TKO600 for my car.  I also highlighted the progress through the winter on Pro-Touring.com. The car now drives just super, with the tight shifting Tremec.  I just love the overdrive!
Cheers, Rob
Alberta, Canada
 

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