Auto to Manual

[400ex]

Hey guys,

I've found a lot in trans. swap info. here. But most of what I find seems to be that members swap a manual 3 or 4 speed to a 5 speed. It seems these trucks already have the manual trans. (high hump) so there is no real problem with the fit. But, I would like to swap a th350 (low hump) to a 5 speed.

Is there a lot of carving to do on the hump or firewall to get a manual trans. to fit?

What types of trans. do you guys use?

How did you finess the shifter location so that it is a good fit on the hump (the shifter doesn't hit or get in the way of anything?)

What type of clutch pedal assembly did you use? I'm thinking of fitting a late 60' Camaro or Chevelle assembly in my truck; good idea or not?

Just trying to size up my options for a future swap. Trying to save $2,500-$3,000 for this job.

Thanks,

James

[crazy longhorn]

I just swapped a 6 spd Richmond trans in my 69....expensive trans, & wont fit under a low hump floor. I used the stock truck bell, & clutch linkage(rod ends added to make it work a little slicker). I dont know if you plan a daily driver, or like to race a bit.......but the centerforce clutches are very nice. I have a centerforce dual friction clutch set, & a hays billet flywheel, with ARP fasteners. The 3 spd stick trucks had a low hump, & the 4 spd car trannies will fit, as well as some of the aftermarket 5 spds. One of the guys just swapped a Tremmec tr-3550 into his truck, & it was said to fit the low hump floor without mods....they are a nice trans too....... crazyL

[Mark540]

I have the clutch assembly including the z-bar if you are in need of it. It is a v-8 assembly.

Let me know

Mark