Is the M5R2 a good transmission?
Is the M5R2 a good transmission?
Keep it full of fluid and it’s a pretty good unit. It’s a truck transmission so don’t expect silky smooth speed shifts. Most of the problems with these units came from the rear plugs on the shift top. They were made of rubber and over time would harden and start seeping fluid.
What vehicles have a M5R2 transmission?
M5OD-R2 M5R2 Transmission Sale Designed for use in the Ford Bronco, Everest, F-150 / F250, Thunderbird Super Coupe, and Ranger, and is also used in the Mazda BT-50 and the Mercury Cougar. Price may change once in cart depending on vehicle year.
How much does a M5OD transmission weigh?
Mazda M5OD-R1 Transmission Specs
| Transmission: | Mazda M5OD-R1 (M5R1, Mazda R1, R1HD) |
|---|---|
| Overall Length: | 29-1/2 in |
| Weight: | ~ 90 lbs |
| Fluid Type/Spec: | MERCON V ATF (Motorcraft XT-5-QMC) (MERCON V replaces the now defunct MERCON ATF) |
| Fluid Capacity: | 5.6 pints, 2.8 qts (U.S. quarts) total capacity |
What years did Ford use the M5OD transmission?
The Mazda M5OD-R2 transmission, often referred simply as the “Mazda R2”, is a top loaded overdrive transmission found in various 1988 to 2008 model year F-150 pickups and fullsize Broncos.
How much does a transmission case weigh?
You can expect an average transmission weight to be about 100 to 400 pounds (45 to 181 kg) or about 226 lbs (103 kg) for a standard size transmission.
What kind of transmission is in a 1992 Ford f150?
Mazda manufactured the M5OD-R2 five-speed manual transmission for the 1992 Ford F-150 pickup truck.
Can a transmission fit in a trunk?
Yes, it will fit in the back of most sedans. Just make sure you reinforce the trunk floor with something.
How much does it cost to ship a transmission?
The average price to ship a transmission is around $300.
When did Ford start using the M5R2 transmission?
The M5R2 transmissions were used by both Ford and Mazda in Broncos and F series pickup trucks starting in 1988 The M5R@ is a top loaded all aluminum 5 speed transmission with an integrated bell housing and shift tower. This transmission is a fully synchronized unit with all brass synchronizer rings in all gears.
What kind of bearing does a M5R2 transmission have?
This transmission is a fully synchronized unit with all brass synchronizer rings in all gears. This transmission has a tapered front input shaft bearing that is 90mm OD. The M5R2 has a cast iron rear bearing retainer. Three rubber plugs are used on the shift tower.
What’s the difference between Ford M5OD and M5R2?
The exterior is all aluminum. There is a “light duty” R1 version used by the compact trucks and a “medium duty” R2 version is used by the full size trucks. They are similar in design but have few parts in common. The true names are M5OD-R1 and M5OD-R2 but many people shorten this to M5R1 and M5R2.
What kind of parts are in a M5R2?
Gaskets and seals, bushings, individual bearings, synchro and slider, synchro ring kits, shift forks, gears input shafts, cluster and main shafts, cases, shift components and miscellaneous parts. If you would like to save money ask about our good take out parts (GTO), they are inspected and guaranteed.