Kit Components
A truly complete conversion from automatic, combining the Keisler PerfectFitTM transmission system 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 instruction and support is critical to get the job done right. Rest assured, buying from Keisler - the leader in manual transmission systems - is the first step in the best driving improvement you will make to your Mopar B-Body.
NOTE: Pedals not included, must be sourced elsewhere.
1. TRANSMISSION - NEW TREMEC TKO-500 (500 HP/500 FT-LB), customized by Keisler to fit your 1962 - 1965 Mopar B-Body. A number of custom features are included (with no hidden charges) that you won't find anywhere else, including:
- Shifter location custom designed for your 1962-1965 Mopar B-Body.
- Will work with factory bench seat OR a factory 4-speed console and bucket seats.
- Custom short-throw internal shifter mechanism designed to provide better-than-stock shifting.
- Custom-machined transmission case and tailhousing allow the transmission to fit your floor tunnel with minimal modification. Cutting template and sheetmetal are provided.
- No cutting of the torsion bar crossmember.
- 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).
- Precision Assembled, TRIPLE Quality Checked - assembled at Keisler by our trained technicians; 100% inspected for function, leak and visual appearance (check us out).
- Nation-Wide Parts & Service - Parts in-stock; service in-house.
2. CROSSMEMBER - No-flex/No-problem rigid welded box construction design with integrated isolator perch. OE quality look with zinc-plated finish.
3. PILOT BEARING - Needle Roller Bearing for long life and high capacity, works with original manual or automatic crankshaft.
4. ISOLATOR - Heavy-duty rubber isolator. Polyurethane upgrade available.
5. BACK-UP LIGHT WIRING HARNESS - Easy coupling to factory wiring.
6. NEUTRAL SAFETY START SWITCH - Can be wired in to starter circuit if desired
7. 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).
8. 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!
9. SLIP YOKE - Heavy duty Spicer slip yoke.
10. INSTALLATION HARDWARE KIT - High strength Grade 5 and 8 fasteners, properly sorted, bagged and labeled for easy reference.
11. BELLHOUSING - Your choice of:
- Keisler designed & manufactured titanium-aluminum Big Block bellhousing with dual starter pocket (works with both 130-tooth and 143-tooth flywheels)
- Reconditioned aluminum small block bellhousing for use with a 130-tooth flywheel
- Lakewood scattershields are also available for both Small Blocks and Big Blocks.
12. BELLHOUSING INSPECTION COVER - High quality molded plastic inspection cover; Heavy-duty stamped steel cover also available.
13. FLYWHEEL - Billet steel flywheel, computer balanced.
14. FLYWHEEL BOLTS - Grade 8+ specialty flywheel bolts; with locking washers.
15. 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.
16. CLUTCH BOLTS - Grade 8+ specialty clutch bolts.
17. MECHANICAL CLUTCH ACTUATOR KIT - Complete reproduction clutch linkage system with pushrods, torque shaft (z-bar), clutch fork and all necessary brackets, bushings, and hardware.
18. SHIFTER HANDLE - Authentic, round shank chrome handle, designed & manufactured by Keisler for your Mopar B-body. Pistol grip handle also available.
19. SHIFTER BOOT AND TRIM RING - Authentic-look, reproduction accordion type rubber shift boot and stamped trim ring.
20. KNOB - Classic white or black knob with shift pattern embossed; optional knobs: Keisler 3D in white or black, or polished aluminum Tremec.
21. TUNNEL TEMPLATE AND SHEETMETAL - Marking template shows you exactly where to cut your tunnel, and replacement sheetmetal pre-cut to the correct size and shape is provided.
22. INSTALLATION MANUAL - Highly illustrated step-by-step instruction manual.
23. 6 MONTH 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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