Hey, all.
I have recently purchased a 1990 Bronco with a 4.9L (300) inline six with a 5-speed transmission, which is the M5OD. I am not happy with the tranny at all. It is hard to get into 3rd gear, and likes to jump out of 3rd, also, it just seems weak to me. The previous owner claims this is a new transmission, but I am not so sure. The Bronco has 142,000 miles, and runs great, I am just not thrilled with the tranny. I know this is not a difficult swap to a ZF5, but my big questions are 1.) Who has done it? 2.) What is the cost? and 3.) What are the major differences?
I have searched and read all of the post about the swap, and I know it is a direct plug and go type of swap, just looking for a little more insight.
Thanks!
I have recently purchased a 1990 Bronco with a 4.9L (300) inline six with a 5-speed transmission, which is the M5OD. I am not happy with the tranny at all. It is hard to get into 3rd gear, and likes to jump out of 3rd, also, it just seems weak to me. The previous owner claims this is a new transmission, but I am not so sure. The Bronco has 142,000 miles, and runs great, I am just not thrilled with the tranny. I know this is not a difficult swap to a ZF5, but my big questions are 1.) Who has done it? 2.) What is the cost? and 3.) What are the major differences?
I have searched and read all of the post about the swap, and I know it is a direct plug and go type of swap, just looking for a little more insight.
Thanks!