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will my t56(1996 TA) bolt up to a LS1

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Old 08-11-2003, 12:00 AM
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will my t56(1996 TA) bolt up to a LS1

I heard somewhere that the earlier t56's won't bolt up to the newer LS1's? Is this true. Considering the LS1 swap and this would be a the deciding factor. Thanks in advance for the help
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Car: '90 Trans Am-12.45@110.71
Engine: 355 w/AFR 195's Elem. 400/430 HP/TQ
Transmission: Tremec T-56
Axle/Gears: 12 Bolt 3.73
T-56

You are right, it won't bolt up.
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what would I have to do to use this tranny, buy a diff bell housing for it? or just sell it and buy a LS1/t56 set up??
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As I recall there is a difference in the input shaft length. Save yourself the headaches and get the LS1 T56.
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Bellhousing is different, input shaft is different, throwout bearing and actuator is different. Thetre may be more
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