Selecting The Right T56 Bellhousing

Looking for a reliable and affordable bellhousing for your LS engine swap? Our T56 Cast Bellhousing is designed as a perfect replacement for the original equipment (OE) F-body bellhousing used in 1998-2002 LS1 F-body vehicles with a T56 transmission. It's also similar to the GTO bellhousing, with slight differences in the starter configuration.
Compatibility and Applications
Ideal for enthusiasts performing engine swaps into older vehicles like Chevelles or Camaros, this cast bellhousing is perfect for building cruisers with LS engines and T56 transmissions. It's affordable, functional, and easy to install.
Key Benefits
Cost-Effective: Low-investment solution that works efficiently.
Ease of Use: Simple installation without complicated indexing.
Lightweight: Easier to handle compared to heavier alternatives.
QuickTime Bellhousings: For the Performance-Oriented Builder
For competitive racing or high-performance needs, QuickTime bellhousings are the way to go. These bellhousings are built to withstand the rigors of racing, providing enhanced safety and durability.
Why Choose QuickTime?
QuickTime bellhousings are made from steel, making them explosion-proof and capable of containing clutch failures. They strike a perfect balance between performance and cost, making them a top choice for many builders.
Stock Options and Compatibility
We stock two popular QuickTime bellhousings suitable for LS and some Gen5 LT engines:
RM-8019: Non-SFI approved, low-profile bellhousing that offers improved ground clearance, great for street-strip cars making serious power.
RM-8020: SFI approved, with a full explosion-proof design for maximum safety, ideal for serious racers and may be required depending on the racing class rules.

[@RadDadisRad]

I learned a while ago go for an SFI bellhousing. OEM bellhousing is not gonna stop a grenadine clutch from going through the tunnel.

[@Dansyoung]

I’m building a swap car (LS3/T56 magnum F), I’m using a QuickTime RM-8020 bellhousing. My question is what starter is recommended? I’ve heard there is fitment issues with a 2015 Camaro SS starter (grinding required?), possibly a 98-02 Camaro starter for a ls1? Or a mini torque starter?

[@jasonlouis5498]

Be careful with the bellhousings. There are two different ones. See my other comment.

[@jasonlouis5498]

The GTO and Fbody t56 faceplates are different - that’s why there are two different bellhousings - the magnum F and original fbody t56 are rotated more than the regular magnum. So my question is which QuickTime bellhousing matches the fbody/magnum F trans? I got a feeling these QuickTime bellhousings are designed for the magnum/GTO not the Fbody/magnum F Am I wrong?

[@Dansyoung]

My understanding is that RM-8019 has better ground clearance but is NOT sfi certified) than the RM-8020 but they are the same application. Several online dealers have the gto and magnum bells listed as the same part number.

[@jasonlouis5498]

@@Dansyoung yeah this is confusing cause I originally got the wrong GM bellhousing when I bought my magnum F - the trans was rotated to the right about 10 degrees. Apparently I bought the GTO version, not the fbody version. If you run into issues, be aware the magnum F uses a different bellhousing than the regular magnum.

[@Dansyoung]

@@jasonlouis5498 The only difference between the magnum and the magnum f is the tail housing. Grannas racing has a video with a magnum, magnum f, magnum xl and tr6060 lined up and discusses the differences.

[@jasonlouis5498]

@@Dansyoung I watched the whole video earlier today - nowhere is the difference in described addressed. Do some digging, they are not the same.

[@Dansyoung]

@@jasonlouis5498You’re thinking the face plate is different on the magnum f, so the RM8020 won’t bolt on properly? What part number are you thinking is the correct one? On ticks website they have an article on this as well stating that the housing for the GTO is nearly identical to the Fbody with the exception of the starter pocket.