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Chops1969 · 01-27-2009, 10:57 PM

Hey guys

I bought a really nice 67 stepside longbed yesterday. Truck is pretty cherry,but has a couple of issues I need help with. The transmission will not shift into second gear. My plan is to swap it with a used one. The truck has a 250 c.i. inline six with a three on the tree. Both seem to be original to the truck. When I start to shop for a tranny, what do I ask for? Does this transmission have a name like tubo 350?

Kayotic · 01-28-2009, 12:19 AM

Welcome from Hoschton, Ga.

Have you checked the linkage? They get real sloppy over the years. I have a '70 that wont go into reverse.

Chops1969 · 01-28-2009, 10:52 AM

Hey Kayotic

I have not. I am by no means a mechanic. I mainly do paint and body. I will have a buddy check it out. I bought this truck because the body is in great shape. After driving it, I really hate to cut it up so I think I'm going to fix it and keep it for a while. I am supposed to pick another one up on Friday in Tallahassee thats just a shell. What part of Georgia are you in?

Kayotic · 01-28-2009, 11:44 AM

I reside in Hoschton. Between Winder and Braselton (chateu elan). Looks to be 2hrs North of Lizella.

I am not sure I know the answer to the question about the tranny swap. The L6 engine is new to me, But I think there are bellhousings for a swap to a th350 or th400. I wouldn't know if either are suitable for the L6. My '86 has a TH400 and it's a V6.

I am intrested also. If I keep the L6 I might go automatic.

Chops1969 · 01-28-2009, 05:54 PM

Kayotic

I'm trying to find out what the "junkyard lingo" for the transmission I have so I can call and ask if they have a replacement. So far everyone is telling me it is just a standard 3 speed chevy transmission and has no special name. By the way, are you going down to Moultrie in Feb? If you need any body parts for the 70, I have a pretty nice 69 rolling chassis. Short bed, stepside.

1969K10 · 01-28-2009, 06:11 PM

IIRC, they call your tranny a T10 Saginaw. Saginaw being the mafacture,and 10 being a 10" clutch.

Chops1969 · 01-28-2009, 08:06 PM

Thanks for the info. You guys are a big help.

PanelDeland · 01-28-2009, 05:53 PM

Chops, try searching in the FAQ's for a thread on cleaning /adjusting the shift linkage.If you can do paint and body you can adjust the linkage with the write up there.I don't have a direct link or I would provide it.The linkage is probably dirty and may have worn bushings,niether of which takes a mechanic to do.
Member krue has indexed the FAQ's section for quicker look up.

01-27-2009, 10:57 PM	#1
Chops1969 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lizella, GA Posts: 23	Need 67 expert. Hey guys I bought a really nice 67 stepside longbed yesterday. Truck is pretty cherry,but has a couple of issues I need help with. The transmission will not shift into second gear. My plan is to swap it with a used one. The truck has a 250 c.i. inline six with a three on the tree. Both seem to be original to the truck. When I start to shop for a tranny, what do I ask for? Does this transmission have a name like tubo 350?

01-28-2009, 12:19 AM	#2
Kayotic Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 300	Re: Need 67 expert. Welcome from Hoschton, Ga. Have you checked the linkage? They get real sloppy over the years. I have a '70 that wont go into reverse. __________________ Atlanta Craigslist Hurst Indy Pickup Truck 3-Speed Shifter - 5010016

01-28-2009, 10:52 AM	#3
Chops1969 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lizella, GA Posts: 23	Re: Need 67 expert. Hey Kayotic I have not. I am by no means a mechanic. I mainly do paint and body. I will have a buddy check it out. I bought this truck because the body is in great shape. After driving it, I really hate to cut it up so I think I'm going to fix it and keep it for a while. I am supposed to pick another one up on Friday in Tallahassee thats just a shell. What part of Georgia are you in?

01-28-2009, 11:44 AM	#4
Kayotic Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Lawrenceville, Ga Posts: 300	Re: Need 67 expert. I reside in Hoschton. Between Winder and Braselton (chateu elan). Looks to be 2hrs North of Lizella. I am not sure I know the answer to the question about the tranny swap. The L6 engine is new to me, But I think there are bellhousings for a swap to a th350 or th400. I wouldn't know if either are suitable for the L6. My '86 has a TH400 and it's a V6. I am intrested also. If I keep the L6 I might go automatic. __________________ Atlanta Craigslist Hurst Indy Pickup Truck 3-Speed Shifter - 5010016 Last edited by Kayotic; 01-28-2009 at 11:46 AM.

01-28-2009, 05:54 PM	#5
Chops1969 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lizella, GA Posts: 23	Re: Need 67 expert. Kayotic I'm trying to find out what the "junkyard lingo" for the transmission I have so I can call and ask if they have a replacement. So far everyone is telling me it is just a standard 3 speed chevy transmission and has no special name. By the way, are you going down to Moultrie in Feb? If you need any body parts for the 70, I have a pretty nice 69 rolling chassis. Short bed, stepside.

01-28-2009, 06:11 PM	#6
1969K10 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Clarks Hill, Indiana Posts: 733	Re: Need 67 expert. IIRC, they call your tranny a T10 Saginaw. Saginaw being the mafacture,and 10 being a 10" clutch. __________________ 1969 K10 - V8, 465, 205, 12 bolt, D44 2002-current 1969 K20 - V8, 465, 221, Eaton, D44 2012-current Nothin' but drums on all 4 corners! past horses in the stable 72 C10-short step (97-02), 68 C10-long fleet (06-12)

01-28-2009, 08:06 PM	#7
Chops1969 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Lizella, GA Posts: 23	Re: Need 67 expert. Thanks for the info. You guys are a big help.

01-28-2009, 05:53 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Need 67 expert. Chops, try searching in the FAQ's for a thread on cleaning /adjusting the shift linkage.If you can do paint and body you can adjust the linkage with the write up there.I don't have a direct link or I would provide it.The linkage is probably dirty and may have worn bushings,niether of which takes a mechanic to do. Member krue has indexed the FAQ's section for quicker look up. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

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