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**MidLifer** · 06-23-2014, 09:34 PM

You got a great deal on that engine/trans combo! Good luck with the build!

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-23-2014, 11:03 PM

Thanks, but now Im not sure what I wanna put this in, My 55 Chevy 210 4dr wagon or my 50 Truck. I already have a mild built small block 350 and a 700R 4 trans sitting on a stand that was going to go into the 55 but now im thinking hmmmmmmm. My wife wants the modern engine in the 55 Wagon but wants the SBC 350 in the truck. and to make matters worse she still wants manual floor shifter in the truck......What to do What to do.

solidaxel · 06-24-2014, 01:23 AM

Happy wife happy life!
Go for the wagon, we have one next in line for a LS/4l60e to replace the 235, you will be driving it in a week, if that new engine has not been sitting for a long time

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solidaxel

Happy wife happy life!
Go for the wagon, we have one next in line for a LS/4l60e to replace the 235, you will be driving it in a week, if that new engine has not been sitting for a long time

Yeah my thoughts exactly! LS swap in the 55 wagon. But the engine hasent been started in over 2 years. I was able to turn the engine over buy hand using the crank pulley and a ratchet.

Here is where I am at with my 55 chevy wagon

1project2many · 06-24-2014, 11:11 AM

I love that wagon color. If I ever get back to my '67 Chevelle I'd like to use a similar color.

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 12:41 PM

Thanks man, it's the Chevy avalanche sunset orange copper

Highsider · 06-24-2014, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliforniaDaddy

Thanks man, it's the Chevy avalanche sunset orange copper

*****en color!

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 01:36 PM

Hahaha... Is that a good thing

Highsider · 06-24-2014, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliforniaDaddy

Hahaha... Is that a good thing

Well, it's "California slang" for really cool. So, I am sure you know. Didn't know it was banned here.
In elementary school, we subbed "twitchen" for the real word that started with a "b".

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 10:14 PM

Okay so new development, if I was going to use my SBC 350 in the 50 truck but I wanted to retain the manual floor shift, could I use a GM SM420 behind it? Will i still be able to drive the truck on the Fwy?

solidaxel · 06-24-2014, 10:20 PM

If you use a HIGH gear rear end, 3:00
Why not look for a 3 or 4 speed (passenger car) as high gear is 1 to 1 ratio

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 10:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solidaxel

If you use a HIGH gear rear end, 3:00
Why not look for a 3 or 4 speed (passenger car) as high gear is 1 to 1 ratio

What would I be looking for? older camaro trans?
Something like this ---->http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4532698789.html
Year 1966-1974 Type: M20 Rings: Two Ratio: 2.52 / 1.88 / 1.46 / 1.00 / 3.11

Also found this one,
Tremec camaro 5 speed manual transmission from a 1998 3.8 v6 firebird

solidaxel · 06-24-2014, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliforniaDaddy

What would I be looking for? older camaro trans?
Something like this ---->http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4532698789.html
Year 1966-1974 Type: M20 Rings: Two Ratio: 2.52 / 1.88 / 1.46 / 1.00 / 3.11

Also found this one,
Tremec camaro 5 speed manual transmission from a 1998 3.8 v6 firebird

No gain
4 fourth gear is the same 1:1
I think your engine may be a bit much also

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-24-2014, 11:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by solidaxel

No gain
4 fourth gear is the same 1:1
I think your engine may be a bit much also

too much for both of these transmissions?

imjeff · 06-24-2014, 11:00 PM

The SM 420 is 1:1 top gear as are most three and four speeds. Seeing your projects I think you would really like the drive to get that 50. Might find another project along the way!

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-25-2014, 12:26 AM

I have a fresh 700R4 , but now I need to sell it and pick up a 4 or 5 speed.

1project2many · 06-25-2014, 12:32 AM

I'll drive my 57 on the highway all day long with factory 4 spd and 3.90 rear gears. Tall tires keep the revs reasonable.

Look at the cam specs for your engine and determine cruise rpm and peak torque rpm. Truck should be built to utilize that torque for cruising.

solidaxel · 06-25-2014, 12:37 AM

Yes, cruising-performance and economy. pick 2!

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-25-2014, 01:55 AM

what about something like this?

http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4537712809.html

1project2many · 06-25-2014, 03:41 PM

That Ford trans won't bolt to the GM block. But the wagon looks like a nice find.

Most guys here favor the T5 although the NVG3500 isn't a bad choice, either imo. Or you might spring for a T56...
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4492848649.html

BADAZ chevy guy · 06-25-2014, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 1project2many

That Ford trans won't bolt to the GM block. But the wagon looks like a nice find.

Most guys here favor the T5 although the NVG3500 isn't a bad choice, either imo. Or you might spring for a T56...
http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4492848649.html

What's with all the negativity? You guys should know by now that Anything, will bolt to Anything" with the right adapter kit that is. Jonny Cash did it. lol

CaliforniaDaddy · 06-25-2014, 07:44 PM

Can I use the manual transmission out of a 96 S-10?

SCHRUMGMC · 06-25-2014, 11:06 PM

Freaking sweet if you ask me, one hell of a deal

Angryman117 · 06-26-2014, 10:43 AM

For that price you stole it! Got any plans for it now? You should plan a mini vacation when you go pick it up!

imjeff · 06-26-2014, 11:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Angryman117

For that price you stole it! Got any plans for it now? You should plan a mini vacation when you go pick it up!

You will have a blast! I would say bring lots of film, but it kinda dates me!

Jeff

06-23-2014, 09:34 PM	#1
MidLifer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South NJ Posts: 1,268	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! You got a great deal on that engine/trans combo! Good luck with the build!

06-23-2014, 11:03 PM	#2
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Thanks, but now Im not sure what I wanna put this in, My 55 Chevy 210 4dr wagon or my 50 Truck. I already have a mild built small block 350 and a 700R 4 trans sitting on a stand that was going to go into the 55 but now im thinking hmmmmmmm. My wife wants the modern engine in the 55 Wagon but wants the SBC 350 in the truck. and to make matters worse she still wants manual floor shifter in the truck......What to do What to do. __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-24-2014, 01:23 AM	#3
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Happy wife happy life! Go for the wagon, we have one next in line for a LS/4l60e to replace the 235, you will be driving it in a week, if that new engine has not been sitting for a long time Attached Images __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

06-24-2014, 11:11 AM	#5
1project2many Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lakes Region NH Posts: 3,204	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! I love that wagon color. If I ever get back to my '67 Chevelle I'd like to use a similar color.

06-24-2014, 12:41 PM	#6
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Thanks man, it's the Chevy avalanche sunset orange copper __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-24-2014, 01:36 PM	#8
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Hahaha... Is that a good thing __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-24-2014, 10:14 PM	#10
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Okay so new development, if I was going to use my SBC 350 in the 50 truck but I wanted to retain the manual floor shift, could I use a GM SM420 behind it? Will i still be able to drive the truck on the Fwy? Attached Images __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-24-2014, 10:20 PM	#11
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! If you use a HIGH gear rear end, 3:00 Why not look for a 3 or 4 speed (passenger car) as high gear is 1 to 1 ratio __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

06-24-2014, 11:00 PM	#15
imjeff Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Tacoma Washington Posts: 890	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! The SM 420 is 1:1 top gear as are most three and four speeds. Seeing your projects I think you would really like the drive to get that 50. Might find another project along the way! __________________ I know a guy who's addicted to brake fluid. He says he can stop any time. 72 K10 396 75 Cj5 MPI 350 Chev 67 Chevelle 396, 4 speed 74 FXE 08 Tahoe

06-25-2014, 12:26 AM	#16
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! I have a fresh 700R4 , but now I need to sell it and pick up a 4 or 5 speed. Attached Images __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-25-2014, 12:32 AM	#17
1project2many Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lakes Region NH Posts: 3,204	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! I'll drive my 57 on the highway all day long with factory 4 spd and 3.90 rear gears. Tall tires keep the revs reasonable. Look at the cam specs for your engine and determine cruise rpm and peak torque rpm. Truck should be built to utilize that torque for cruising.

06-25-2014, 12:37 AM	#18
solidaxel Registered User Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Cactus Patch So. Az Posts: 4,749	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Yes, cruising-performance and economy. pick 2! __________________ 53 TuTone Extended Cab 350 4-Spd 3:08 (SOLD) 53 Chevy Moldy pearl green ZZ-4 4L60E 9" 3:25 55 GMC 1st Black Mll (ZZ4) ZZ6 TKO 600 5 sp 3:73 62 Solidaxle Corvette Roman Red (327 340hp 4spd 3:36) C4 & C5 suspension tube chassis LS 3 4L70E 65 Corvette Coupe 327 350hp 4spd 4:11 78 Black Silverado SWB (350/350) 5.3 & 4L60E 3:42 2000 S-Type 3.0 (wife cruiser) 2003 GMC SCSB 5.3 4L60E 3:42

06-25-2014, 01:55 AM	#19
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! what about something like this? http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4537712809.html __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*

06-25-2014, 03:41 PM	#20
1project2many Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Lakes Region NH Posts: 3,204	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! That Ford trans won't bolt to the GM block. But the wagon looks like a nice find. Most guys here favor the T5 although the NVG3500 isn't a bad choice, either imo. Or you might spring for a T56... http://inlandempire.craigslist.org/pts/4492848649.html

06-25-2014, 07:44 PM	#22
CaliforniaDaddy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Hesperia California 92345 Posts: 262	Re: Oh No It Was An Accident! REALLY! Can I use the manual transmission out of a 96 S-10? __________________ *“I would rather live my life as if there is a GOD and die to find out there isn't, than live my life as if there isn't and die to find out there is.”*



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06-25-2014, 11:06 PM	#23
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06-26-2014, 10:43 AM	#24
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