Ordered a Tremec tonight

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My new engine is almost ready to start, just have a few minor things to touch up.

As I was putting the Saginaw 4-speed back in, I'm thinking more and more that its probably not gonna survive the new engine. I was always kind of worried about it behind the ailing 220HP 327, now behind a fresh 327 build to 350 HP specs......kind of doubt it will live.

I also hate the high RPM on the highway.

Spent the last few days searching the forum and gathering info, and got a couple of quotes on the TKO 600.

American Powertrain had the entire kit, looks like everything I will need, and it came up to $3900. Hurst Driveline was over $4500 for the same package. I could probably do it a little cheaper if I pieced it all together separately, but that seems like more chances for issues.

So, I'm getting new clutch, trans, mid mount shifter with 3" 360 degree adjustable offset, shift lever, crossmember, trans mount, speedo cable, driveshaft, hardware, etc. Already have a machine shop making and adapter ring to mate it all up to the stock bellhousing.

Should arrive in 2 weeks for installation.