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old cruiser · 08-09-2010, 08:19 PM

Hi all I,ve hunted all thru this forum and found that the bell housing and flywheel from the 230 should fit the 283. What I want to know is the original 3 speed up to the task of the 283 or are they one and the same ?
Would like to keep 230 but mines not rebuildable and the,re as rare as hens teeth over here but have more chance of getting hold of a 283, just looking at my options.
thanks in advance

**Captainfab** · 08-10-2010, 12:27 AM

That 3 speed should hold up behind a 283, or most any small block, as long as it isn't wore out, and you don't hammer on it hard.

old cruiser · 08-10-2010, 04:05 AM

Thanks captain

oldblu65 · 08-10-2010, 04:25 PM

Cruiser , I swapped my 230 for a 283 about 2 years ago using most of the original 230 parts ( i.e.- bellhousing , tranny , etc. ) and have had no problems in limited driving . If the tranny is in decent shape and you don't hammer it , it should be okay . Good luck !

raycow · 08-10-2010, 07:26 PM

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Originally Posted by old cruiser

What I want to know is the original 3 speed up to the task of the 283 or are they one and the same ?

The same gearbox was used on the 230 and 283, so you shouldn't have any problems if it is in good shape now. Just don't put foot-wide tires on the rear and dump the clutch.

Ray

old cruiser · 08-11-2010, 03:21 AM

Thanks guys thats given me another option for engine replacement now the hunt begins

08-09-2010, 08:19 PM	#1
old cruiser Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Camperdown Vic Australia Posts: 230	230 3 speed behind 283 ? Hi all I,ve hunted all thru this forum and found that the bell housing and flywheel from the 230 should fit the 283. What I want to know is the original 3 speed up to the task of the 283 or are they one and the same ? Would like to keep 230 but mines not rebuildable and the,re as rare as hens teeth over here but have more chance of getting hold of a 283, just looking at my options. thanks in advance

08-10-2010, 12:27 AM	#2
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,250	Re: 230 3 speed behind 283 ? That 3 speed should hold up behind a 283, or most any small block, as long as it isn't wore out, and you don't hammer on it hard. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE

08-10-2010, 04:05 AM	#3
old cruiser Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Camperdown Vic Australia Posts: 230	Re: 230 3 speed behind 283 ? Thanks captain

08-10-2010, 04:25 PM	#4
oldblu65 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: " The Scenic City " Posts: 189	Re: 230 3 speed behind 283 ? Cruiser , I swapped my 230 for a 283 about 2 years ago using most of the original 230 parts ( i.e.- bellhousing , tranny , etc. ) and have had no problems in limited driving . If the tranny is in decent shape and you don't hammer it , it should be okay . Good luck !

08-11-2010, 03:21 AM	#6
old cruiser Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Camperdown Vic Australia Posts: 230	Re: 230 3 speed behind 283 ? Thanks guys thats given me another option for engine replacement now the hunt begins



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