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05-18-2015, 11:08 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2000
Location: North Texas
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TH350 shift linkage?
So I just installed a 350 and TH350 in my 82 C10. Also have a rebuilt auto trans steering column.
I assumed I'd be able to use a Lokar shift linkage kit with a straight rod and heim joints on the ends. However, it's not a straight shot from the lever on the bottom of the column to the trans. Other than an expensive cable setup, or overpriced and worn-out stock linkage, do you have any suggestions?
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Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 36 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- converted from 250-six to roller cam 350, Vortec heads -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB, 305, TH350C -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then! |
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05-19-2015, 12:22 AM
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Location: Bowser
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Re: TH350 shift linkage?
Bend the rod to fit!
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05-19-2015, 09:59 AM
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Location: North Texas
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Re: TH350 shift linkage?
My concern is the rod would flex some when bent, but maybe that's the best solution.
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Mike 1969 C10 LWB -- owned for 36 years. 350/TH350, 3.08 posi, 1st Gen Vintage Air, recent AAW wiring harness, 5-lug conversion, 1985 spindles and brakes. 1982 C10 SWB -- converted from 250-six to roller cam 350, Vortec heads -- sold 1981 C10 Silverado LWB, 305, TH350C -- sold, but wish I still had it! 1969 C10 (not the current one) that I bought in the early 1980s. Paid $1200; sold for $1500 a few years later. Just a hint at the appreciation that was coming. Retired as a factory automation products salesman. Worked part-time over the years for an engine builder and a classic car repair shop. Member here for 24 years! This is the very first car/truck Internet forum I joined. I still used a dial-up modem back then! |
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