The stall speed is about 2,000 rpm over stock or roughly 3,500 to 3,800 rpm for smallblocks and 3,800 to 4,000 rpm for bigblocks, thus providing even higher rpm launches and lower ets. If you picked up a 2015 2021 mustang with an automatic transmission, chances are, you are going to want to add a few mods to get it performing at its best. But there are some upgrades that can help fix the problems with the mt82 and mt82d4 transmissions. Why does my 2016 mustang gt manual joltthud when i shift.
Transmission transmission during each shift, the clutch pedal must manual transmission be fully pressed to the floor. Ive driven lots of manual tranny cars and not in drag mode but, however, very distinct vibration noise in heavier launch mode from stop with rpm not exceeding 4500 and not under 3000k. It has a manual transmission and the throttle gives out periodically but the rpm s are still being registered and the neddle is moving as if normal. It only comes with the 6 speed manual transmission. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Stopped at a red light on pch and topanga canyon with my 3 year old in a baby daughter in the baby seat in the back behind me. Make sure the floor mat is properly positioned so it using the clutch doesnt interfere with the full extension of note. I like to hold first a little to hear my exhaust off of the cars around me i used to think that gas mileage was a big deal but after driving my 92 camaro for a week and only getting about 125 miles to a tank i figured that the mustang was amazing. I have 1400mi on it and notice the shift point for first gear can go as high as 7100rpm. You must shift very slowly when it is cold or it will grind the gears. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Low rpms give you better efficiency for two reasons, dynamic friction is proportional to speed. I cannot see how the shift points would change, but higher rpms would get the engine rpm up a bit which may make it more responsive.
Had to wait until the rpms came down below 2000 before it would go into 3rd. The manual transmission on 2015 ecoboost mustang has been. For ford mustang 1519 competition plus manual transmission shifter fits. High rpm shifting is not always easy on the new ones above 6k without some internal modifications. Had to ride the shoulder for a bit until the transmission would let me shift. Newoem ford mustang shelby gt350 6 speed manual shift knob. In 1979, the fox body mustang was introduced with the srod single rail overdrive transmission. Apr 16, 2020 as most fox body mustang enthusiasts go, a manual transmission is as synonymous as the 5.
I just learned how to drive manual in my 2016 mustang gt. For best gas mileage youre supposed to shift it as short as you can without lugging the engine. The ultimate streetfighter series really isnt well suited for most streetdriven vehicles and is better suited to streetable trackday cars. Hello, i have a 2006 mustang gt manual transmission. Apr 30, 2004 then i tried shifting at like 3000 rpm in first and then 2200 for the rest and i still get the same. Hard shifting, missed shifts, screws backing out, weird clutch feel these are all problems that plagued the mt82 upon first arrival. The ultimate streetfighter series really isnt well suited for most streetdriven vehicles and is. Drivers say mt82 and mt82d4 manual transmissions are defective in 20112019 ford mustangs. Page 1 july 2014 first printing owners manual mustang litho in u.
Thats right the 2015 mustang gt is slower than the. During this time, mustang s performance was still detuned due to emissions, regulations, and gas prices. So after doing some reading, perfect shift points is what im looking for now. Oem new 2015 2019 ford mustang shelby gt350 6 speed manual shift knob fr3z72c. Sep 17, 2014 with the 6speed manual transmission, mt was able to get the 20 mustang gt from 060 in 4. Mt82 manual transmission poor shifting characteristics and intermittent lockout shifting to.
Prx, also known as performance race xtreme, is our topperformance tune for the 2015 19 mustang with a dyno proven gain of 35 hp and 34. I had my fiesta st for 2 years and had the optimal shift points down to a science. Prx, also known as performance race xtreme, is our topperformance tune for the 2015 19 mustang with a dyno proven gain of 35 hp and 34 ftlbs of torque on the 3. As most fox body mustang enthusiasts go, a manual transmission is as synonymous as the 5. Manual transmission cars use an iron differential carrier to combat the impact loads of high rpm manual shifts, whereas the automatic cars have. The clutch does not slip when starting out in second or third gear. The manual transmission on 2015 ecoboost mustang has been considered faulty because of chinese manufacturing and failures anybody have thoughts. Mt82 transmission specs, problems, and fixes cj pony parts. I have to come to almost a complete stop and let the rpms drop down to almost a idle before shifting into 2nd. Manualtransmission cars use an iron differential carrier to combat the impact loads of highrpm manual shifts, whereas the automatic cars have.
Optimal rpm range for manual transmission motor vehicle. How to smoothly shift a mustang gt mt82 transmission. Lawsuit claims the mustang has problems with its sixspeed stick. It happens more often on manual shift transmission than on automatics, but can happen on either. Jun 11, 2020 ford is facing a classaction lawsuit over problems in its manual transmission mustang, filed in the u. Picking up a mustang with a manual transmission allows you to feel many aspects of the car that an automatic transmission just doesnt. Is the mt82 mustang transmission the same in the 2015 s550. In this video, i talk about what i have done in order to shift a mustang gt smoothly.
In the city limits, it would be best to raise the engine to the sweetspot where the resonance is the least and then shift to drop the rpm back down, all the while not being aggressive with the pedal. Lawsuit claims the mustang has problems with its sixspeed. Redline on the tach and when the car is programmed to shift are usually not going to be the same. Hello friends, i have had my mustang for several months now and i love it. First time driving a mustang rpm ford mustang forum. Dec 02, 2018 as you press the pedal at the redline to shift next gear, the clutch is already spinning at 7500 rpm and even though the pressure plate can probably keep it in contact with the flywheel to avoid slippage, lighter components will reduce this effect. This clip will teach you how to use the manual push button shifting feature. Youre worried about nothing and going slower feathering the throttle like that. For example, with a manual gearbox, you have to pay close attention to your rpm to know when to shift. In my truck at certain rpms it would switch right in.
June 4, 2020 ford mustang transmission problems have caused a lawsuit for consumers who purchased or. Ford mustang noises during shifting problems part 1. Mt82 manual transmission poor shifting characteristics and intermittent lockout shifting to second gear. Transmission performance upgrades for mustangs diy ford. If you jack up the car and put it on some jack stands, then get under the car, you can probably see if this is the issue. Car became hard to shift at high rpms and then 5th started grinding badly. What mpt tunes are available for the 2015 2017 mustang 3.
Ford mustang 2015 owners manual pdf download manualslib. The nhtsa opened their investigation after receiving 32 complaints about the 2011 and 2012 ford mustang having shifting issues in models equipped with the new 6speed manual transmission. Dec 02, 2020 the getrag mt82 transmission found in 20112020 manual ford mustangs doesnt have the best reputation. Nov 10, 2017 2018 ford mustang gt features upgraded mt82 manual transmission. Manual transmission swap questions vintage mustang forums. Ford mustang under govt investigation for transmission.
Ford is facing a classaction lawsuit over problems in its manual transmission mustang, filed in the u. For fuel economy, its usually best to keep the rpms as low as possible, shifting at around 3,000 rpm or thereabouts. Been driving sticks all my life and i wanted to ask a specific question to those who have manual transmissions regarding powerband by gear, shift points, and clutch engagement. District court for the central district of california. You may even be able to push up on the back of the transmission and see if its separated. Due to the impressive power gains and performance mannered driving, this is by far the preferred tune for the 1519 mustang. While optimal shift would be at 5500 rpm, rather take it up to 6k in order to allow the next shift to land you at a higher rpm closer to your peak powerband in your next gear. High rpm shifting problems ford muscle cars tech forum. Unfortunately, response to the mt82 was not all that great. Its known for causing a number of shifting issues and even transmission failure in some cases. Keeps the car from jerking hard and keeps the rpms moving high.
If that is what you mean by rpm shifting, that is not bad for your car. Late model restoration has just what you need to get that sixspeed 6r80, or 10 speed 10r80, auto transmission shifting gears better than ever. So i just bought a 2016 gt manual the other day and just wondering at what rpm should i start shifting gears. Failure to fully press the clutch pedal the clutch pedal. Used ford mustang with manual transmission for sale. What causes mustang gt manual transmission problems. The current manual is actually the 3rd revision to the mt82 by getrag since the 5. Feb 15, 2021 picking up a mustang with a manual transmission allows you to feel many aspects of the car that an automatic transmission just doesnt. Generally modern manual transmissions do not shift as smoothly and are more notchy than those trannys of the 60s, 70s and early 80s.
Introduced in the early 1980s, the t5 has become a highly evolved, extremely compact and versatile 5speed. Lets say youre in second gear and shift to 3rd at 6500 rpms. This can come into play when youre at a road course event or carving some corners on a random back road. Page 2 no part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Played in track mode today ford mustang ecoboost forum. Wait a second for the tach to drop to 1900 the mustang holds it at the right rpm for the next gear up for two seconds. It has a clunky shift between 1st and 2nd gear and 5th gear.
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