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blue 72 gmc 4x4 · 10-10-2014, 08:00 PM

So I got this 72' GMC 4x4. The transfer case is out of it and I just found out that it's a later, probably 85-91' 32 spline T-case with an adapter to mate it to a sm465 around the same year. The truck was originally an automatic, probably had a th350 in it. I'm just wondering if I should sell this stuff off and find a (69-72) t-case and adapter for a th350. I personally like a stick in a 4x4 but if I ever sold the truck do you guys think an automatic would be better? Anyways here's some pics of the t-case and adapter.

ryanroo · 10-10-2014, 10:29 PM

i don't personally think an auto truck is better or worse. i am sure there are people on both sides of the fence for an old truck.

your t-case is adaptable to many modern transmissions as well as the 465 it originally lived with. so, depending on your plan for the truck, that may prove useful. if you are considering a more OEM approach then the case you have will not work as well. it cannot as far as i know be hooked to a period TH350. it will also not work with the earlier 465s. the later 465 wont work with original location of the crossmember i dont think.

so if you want the choice of the modern transmissions keep it. if you prefer to keep it OEM, sell it.

Ziegelsteinfaust · 10-11-2014, 09:37 PM

I have limited off-road experience, but found auto's easier to maneuver around soft dirt. Plus my leg did not get tired. I live in southern california so most of my 4x4 stuff with friends was dirt roads or some sand of the desert.

I prefer sticks for performance, but in the end there are great reasons why people like both.

Ziegelsteinfaust · 10-11-2014, 09:45 PM

I have limited off-road experience, but found auto's easier to maneuver around soft dirt. Plus my leg did not get tired. I live in southern california so most of my 4x4 stuff with friends was dirt roads or some sand of the desert.

I prefer sticks for performance, but in the end there are great reasons why people like both.

**kwmech** · 10-12-2014, 12:12 AM

You first have to decide what you want in the truck....an auto or a 4 speed. Sounds like you're on the fence

10-10-2014, 08:00 PM	#1
blue 72 gmc 4x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Aladdin Wy Posts: 796	Transfer case Dilemma So I got this 72' GMC 4x4. The transfer case is out of it and I just found out that it's a later, probably 85-91' 32 spline T-case with an adapter to mate it to a sm465 around the same year. The truck was originally an automatic, probably had a th350 in it. I'm just wondering if I should sell this stuff off and find a (69-72) t-case and adapter for a th350. I personally like a stick in a 4x4 but if I ever sold the truck do you guys think an automatic would be better? Anyways here's some pics of the t-case and adapter. Attached Images __________________ 1955 GMC Hydramatic 1959 Chevy Spartan 100 1969 Chevy C/10 1969 Chevy C/30 Bruiser 1972 GMC (Wrecked) 1972 GMC pickup..old blue Restored Vent Windows https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=766598 1955 GMC hydramatic build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=429417

10-10-2014, 10:29 PM	#2
ryanroo Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: sw colorado Posts: 2,720	Re: Transfer case Dilemma i don't personally think an auto truck is better or worse. i am sure there are people on both sides of the fence for an old truck. your t-case is adaptable to many modern transmissions as well as the 465 it originally lived with. so, depending on your plan for the truck, that may prove useful. if you are considering a more OEM approach then the case you have will not work as well. it cannot as far as i know be hooked to a period TH350. it will also not work with the earlier 465s. the later 465 wont work with original location of the crossmember i dont think. so if you want the choice of the modern transmissions keep it. if you prefer to keep it OEM, sell it. __________________ 72 K20 12v build 72 K20 "parts truck" A place for your diesel swap questions

10-11-2014, 09:37 PM	#3
Ziegelsteinfaust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Temple City Posts: 3,635	Re: Transfer case Dilemma I have limited off-road experience, but found auto's easier to maneuver around soft dirt. Plus my leg did not get tired. I live in southern california so most of my 4x4 stuff with friends was dirt roads or some sand of the desert. I prefer sticks for performance, but in the end there are great reasons why people like both.

10-11-2014, 09:45 PM	#4
Ziegelsteinfaust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Temple City Posts: 3,635	Re: Transfer case Dilemma I have limited off-road experience, but found auto's easier to maneuver around soft dirt. Plus my leg did not get tired. I live in southern california so most of my 4x4 stuff with friends was dirt roads or some sand of the desert. I prefer sticks for performance, but in the end there are great reasons why people like both.

10-12-2014, 12:12 AM	#5
kwmech Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Colfax-California Posts: 8,650	Re: Transfer case Dilemma You first have to decide what you want in the truck....an auto or a 4 speed. Sounds like you're on the fence

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