Hurst Driveline Conversions ELITE Tremec TKO (Auto to Manual Conversion)

[magoo426]

Hello.  I'm thinking about purchasing the  "The Hurst Driveline Conversions ELITE Tremec TKO"  TKO-600 Kit.  I currently have an auto and thinking about putting a 5-speed transmission in. This is a 1970 Dodge Challenger with a 1968 440 (480HP, 500Tq).  I've seen old post with this kit back about 2 or 3 years ago.  Has anyone recently bought this kit from "Hurst" that had an Auto transmission in their Challenger and then converted it to 5-speed Manual transmission?

I'm looking for any suggestions, reflections, or any other info that can be shared about the installation, the kit itself, and the company service. 

Another question is: Other than pedals and the hydraulic clutch, is what is shown below in the "ELITE Tremec TKO" kit all I need to convert my challenger to a 5-speed manual?

Thank you for your help!

1.Transmission. All new Tremec TKO-500 or TKO-600 transmission modified by Hurst Driveline Conversions specifically for your E-Body or B-Body Mopar. Includes custom engineered Hurst Sidewinder side-mount shifter for stock shifter location and appearance. No console modifications required! Hurst Sidewinder side mount sifter exclusively available from Hurst Driveline Conversions.
2.Crossmember. Custom crossmember. Direct bolt in - no modifications required.
3.Driveshaft. 3 1/2" steel driveshaft complete with premium Spicer u-joints and Spicer slip yoke, custom built for your car. All driveshafts are balanced using state-of-the-art equipment. Aluminum driveshafts also available for an additional charge.
4.Speedometer cable/adapter. Custom mechanical speedometer cable with integrated adapter and gear. Electric speedometer kits are also available.
5.Pilot bearing. Custom made needle roller pilot bearing.
6.Transmission mount. Energy Suspension polyurethane transmission mount for long life and durability.
7.Bellhousing. Custom engineered Husrt Driveline Conversions small block aluminum bellhousing designed for the Tremec TKO-to-Mopar engine block application. Big block scattershields also available.
8.Clutch kit. High Performance mid-shifter clutch kit - 550HP. Complete with disc, diaphragm pressure plate, clutch alignment tool and hardware.
9.Flywheel. Billet steel flywheel. Includes grade 8 flywheel bolt set.
10.Shift bezel. Mopar 5-speed shift bezel.
11.Shift stick. Reproduction pistol grip shifter handle.
12.Reverse light switch connector. Convenient pigtail connector.
13.Tunnel patch. Pre-formed tunnel patch. Includes cutting template.
14.Hardware Kit. Complete specialty hardware kit for a hassle free installation.
15.Installation instructions/information. Step-by-step, illustrated car model specific instruction manual to answer your most detailed questions and help you with your installation.
16.Customer support. Unlimited, lifetime technical support. Rated #1 in customer support and service.
17.Extended warranty. Free one year extended warranty from Hurst Driveline Conversions on all kit components. Some restrictions apply.

[ToxicWolf]

Is Hurst making them again?  I heard they were thinking about making them for Challengers again.

[magoo426]

I got a quote from them for TKO-600 about 2 weeks ago.

[Chryco Psycho]

Big Blue 73 . Tony is a member here & works for Hurst , I would direct the question at him , I heard they were redeveloping the Mopar applications again given the endless problems dealing with Keisler

[ragtopdodge]

What is an "Elite TKO"?

Do they do some mods on it so you can shift at high RPM?

I'd hold off if you can and see if you can get either a Passon 5-speed (A855):

http://board.moparts.org/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=Deals&Number=6330693&page=0&fpart=all

Or see if Keisler can make their SSGT 700 to work in a E-body.  Apparently, this guy just got his:

http://www.cuda-challenger.com/cc/index.php?topic=78263.msg939757#msg939757