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Truckracer · 01-01-2014, 03:00 PM

I have a 59 Apache...my grandfather bought it new, I'm the second owner. It was used on a farm for years so its not in the best condition.
Engine is weak, I have a 350 that was built (mild) for another project. I plan on putting it in this spring, however I'm hung up on the transmission to use. Normally I'd swap in an auto and call it good. But i'm nostalgic about the three on the column shift and watching grandad driving the truck...
What I want to do is leave the transmission and shifter in place.
What adapter or bell housing should I use?

01-01-2014, 03:00 PM	#1
Truckracer Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Norman, Oklahoma Posts: 18	59 Apache - engine & trans question I have a 59 Apache...my grandfather bought it new, I'm the second owner. It was used on a farm for years so its not in the best condition. Engine is weak, I have a 350 that was built (mild) for another project. I plan on putting it in this spring, however I'm hung up on the transmission to use. Normally I'd swap in an auto and call it good. But i'm nostalgic about the three on the column shift and watching grandad driving the truck... What I want to do is leave the transmission and shifter in place. What adapter or bell housing should I use? __________________ 23t Altered..



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