Product Description:
Hawks Motorsports offers our clients this 1955-1962 Chevrolet Corvette TREMEC Magnum 6-Speed Conversion Kit | VETTE-MAG-5562. This Silver Sport Transmissions conversion kit upgrades classic C1 Corvette models with modern TREMEC Magnum double overdrive performance, improved highway drivability, and increased transmission strength while maintaining the classic Corvette driving experience.
Vehicle Configuration Required
Transmission conversion kits are vehicle specific. Complete the Hawks Motorsports Transmission Conversion Request Form before ordering so our team can verify compatibility and confirm the correct components for your application.
Designed for 1955-1962 Chevrolet Corvette applications, this TREMEC Magnum 6-Speed Conversion Kit provides a modern manual transmission upgrade for early C1 Corvettes looking for improved performance, lower cruising RPM, and increased driving comfort.
The TREMEC Magnum 6-Speed features double overdrive gearing, allowing classic Corvettes to achieve improved highway cruising while reducing engine wear, lowering operating temperatures, and improving overall drivability.
TREMEC MAGNUM GEAR RATIOS:
- 2.66, 1.78, 1.30, 1.00, 0.80, 0.63
- 2.97, 2.10, 1.46, 1.00, 0.80, 0.63
KEY FEATURES:
- 1955-1962 Chevrolet Corvette TREMEC Magnum 6-Speed conversion kit
- Designed for C1 Corvette applications
- TREMEC T56 Magnum 6-Speed Double Overdrive transmission
- 700 lb-ft torque capacity
- Double overdrive gearing for improved highway cruising
- 30-50% increase in fuel economy potential
- Reduced engine RPM during highway driving
- Reduced engine wear
- Cooler engine operating temperatures
- Reduced NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness)
- PerfectFit™ shifter positioning
- High-performance multicone synchronizers
- Designed for smooth high-RPM shifting
- Mechanical and electronic speedometer compatibility
- Reverse light connector included
- Custom steel driveshaft included
- Heavy-duty pilot bearing included
- Rubber isolator mount included
- Installation hardware included
- Detailed installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support
OPTIONAL COMPONENTS AVAILABLE:
- Billet steel flywheel for improved durability and safety
- High-performance clutch kit with tailored pedal effort
- Titanium-aluminum OEM style bellhousing
- Steel scattershield bellhousing options
- Replica C1 shifter handle
- Custom aluminum shifter handles
- 6-speed engraved shift pattern shifter ball
- Throwout bearing
- Reverse lockout module
- Hydraulic clutch conversion components
SILVER SPORT TRANSMISSIONS KIT COMPONENTS:
- TREMEC Magnum 6-Speed Double Overdrive Transmission
- Custom-built steel driveshaft
- Speedometer connection components
- Reverse light connector
- Heavy-duty needle roller pilot bearing
- Rubber vibration isolator mount
- Installation hardware package
- Detailed installation instructions
- Lifetime technical support
FITMENT APPLICATIONS
| Make | Model | Years |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet | Corvette C1 | 1955-1962 |
INSTALLATION NOTES:
- Verify engine combination and drivetrain configuration before ordering.
- Transmission kits are application specific and require vehicle details for proper configuration.
- Additional components may be required depending on engine and vehicle setup.
- Professional installation is recommended for drivetrain modifications.
- Installed or modified components may not be eligible for return. Confirm application details before installation.
