T5 vs AX 5 or AX15

[Russell Reay]

A major reason for wanting the modern trans is the synchromesh. I can downshift the A trans, but not at high speed (30-40+). Slowing down from hi-way speed for entry to a driveway (5> 4>3) plus brakes is so much easier with a synchro than the model A ( 3> brakes > brakes> brakes >2).

[Y-Blockhead]

Originally Posted by Russell Reay

A major reason for wanting the modern trans is the synchromesh. I can downshift the A trans, but not at high speed (30-40+). Slowing down from hi-way speed for entry to a driveway (5> 4>3) plus brakes is so much easier with a synchro than the model A ( 3> brakes > brakes> brakes >2).

Ah, but you can down shift with the Mitchell O/D. The Mitchell has synchros.

[JayJay]

Originally Posted by Y-Blockhead

Ah, but you can down shift with the Mitchell O/D. The Mitchell has synchros.

Aren’t the synchro rings only on second and third? IIRC first is still crash box.

[Y-Blockhead]

Originally Posted by JayJay

Aren’t the synchro rings only on second and third? IIRC first is still crash box.

Hi, JayJay, I was referring to the Mitchell O/D, not the Mitchell transmission. You are correct, the Mitchell Trans has second and third gear synchros.

But the O/D has high and low range with synchros. Simply put the Mitchell O/D in neutral and you can shift the Model A Trans into any gear you want, then re-engage the Mitchell O/D... within reason. I wouldn't recommend shifting into first at 40mph!!