powerglide behind a 350=problem??? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

swb70 · 11-29-2006, 10:51 PM

Will I have to use the flywheel/tourq conv/starter off my 250 if I put my powerglide behind the 350 and will the powerglide perform ok(stay together)
and is there a rearend issue...?

Aarons72s · 11-29-2006, 10:54 PM

Yes just use those parts, they will bolt right up to the v8, at least if they are off the 250 i6.

**Palf70Step** · 11-29-2006, 10:58 PM

Torque converter and flex plate from the 6 will work on the 8. I do not know if the starters will interchange or not. You can probably use the one off the 350.

As far as handling the 350, depends on the shape of the Powerglide. They can take a lot of abuse, I know I gave mine hell. I had 283, 327 and 348's in front of them and they kept on licking. The were used alot on the drags, so they will take the power. Obviously if your's is not in good condition, then it may have issues.
They are not the most efficient though. You'll miss that extra gear, but you can wind first to all get out!!

JameslovesJammie · 11-30-2006, 12:00 AM

A buddy of mine had a '64 four door Impala with a powerglide and a decently built 327 and it held up fine. He didn't take it easy or baby the car one bit and he drove it daily for the 6 years or so he had it.

dave2953 · 11-30-2006, 02:30 AM

My 68 C-10 came from the factory with a Powerglide. I don't know if it's been rebuilt or not, but it's been flawless the 3+ years I've owned it. Ditto on what Palf70Step said about 1st gear

Bishops Trucks · 11-30-2006, 04:23 AM

[QUOTE= You'll miss that extra gear, but you can wind first to all get out!!

[/QUOTE]

My brother had a '70 Caprice with a 350 and powerglide setup. I've been in it a few times we he would be going along at 65 mph and drop it in low and stomp it. that big ol' boat would take off. He had that car for 3 years and never had any tranny problems out of it. They are strong transmissions, I just like the extra gear myself.

11-29-2006, 10:51 PM	#1
swb70 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Commerce Texas Posts: 36	powerglide behind a 350=problem??? Will I have to use the flywheel/tourq conv/starter off my 250 if I put my powerglide behind the 350 and will the powerglide perform ok(stay together) and is there a rearend issue...?

11-29-2006, 10:54 PM	#2
Aarons72s Registered User Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: oklahoma Posts: 10,670	Re: powerglide behind a 350=problem??? Yes just use those parts, they will bolt right up to the v8, at least if they are off the 250 i6.

11-29-2006, 10:58 PM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,844	Re: powerglide behind a 350=problem??? Torque converter and flex plate from the 6 will work on the 8. I do not know if the starters will interchange or not. You can probably use the one off the 350. As far as handling the 350, depends on the shape of the Powerglide. They can take a lot of abuse, I know I gave mine hell. I had 283, 327 and 348's in front of them and they kept on licking. The were used alot on the drags, so they will take the power. Obviously if your's is not in good condition, then it may have issues. They are not the most efficient though. You'll miss that extra gear, but you can wind first to all get out!! __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

11-30-2006, 12:00 AM	#4
JameslovesJammie God Bless Mr. T Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Minot, ND Posts: 348	Re: powerglide behind a 350=problem??? A buddy of mine had a '64 four door Impala with a powerglide and a decently built 327 and it held up fine. He didn't take it easy or baby the car one bit and he drove it daily for the 6 years or so he had it. __________________ Like a midget at a urinal...sometimes you must stay on your toes.

11-30-2006, 02:30 AM	#5
dave2953 Dave's not here, man Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Winder, Georgia Posts: 2,000	Re: powerglide behind a 350=problem??? My 68 C-10 came from the factory with a Powerglide. I don't know if it's been rebuilt or not, but it's been flawless the 3+ years I've owned it. Ditto on what Palf70Step said about 1st gear __________________ - 2014 VW Jetta - 2015 VW Jetta - 1966 Ford F-250

11-30-2006, 04:23 AM	#6
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: powerglide behind a 350=problem??? [QUOTE= You'll miss that extra gear, but you can wind first to all get out!! [/QUOTE] My brother had a '70 Caprice with a 350 and powerglide setup. I've been in it a few times we he would be going along at 65 mph and drop it in low and stomp it. that big ol' boat would take off. He had that car for 3 years and never had any tranny problems out of it. They are strong transmissions, I just like the extra gear myself. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"



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