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Dads 68 GMC · 02-13-2008, 01:40 PM

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I switched from a manual to an auto trans. I took the pivot bracket off a 1968 c-10. I think the bracket off of this 2x4 might be different from a 4x4. my frame does not have the holes I need, do I need to drill 2 holes and get a different bracket? if so does someone have the bracket I need? I can do paypal or whatever you need, Thanx,Philip

ckhd · 02-13-2008, 02:16 PM

You should think about the linkage kit from bowtie overdrives.

http://www.bowtieoverdrives.com/cata...php?ITEMID=193

krue · 02-13-2008, 02:23 PM

I'll try to remember to go look on my 4x Blazer and see what bracket it uses in the morning.

FLEET72 · 02-13-2008, 02:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ckhd

You should think about the linkage kit from bowtie overdrives.

http://www.bowtieoverdrives.com/cata...php?ITEMID=193

I have that linkage on my 72, bought it direct from Kugel. The 1 drawback is that it does not isolate motor torque from being transmitted to the shifter itself.

krue · 02-13-2008, 02:45 PM

Your engine must have a lot more torque than mine, 'cuz I have the above (put a 200-4r in it) and have no issues with it.

FLEET72 · 02-13-2008, 04:47 PM

No, not a lot but it is noticeable. You can see the shifter move when under heavy load.

**hilljob26** · 02-13-2008, 08:10 PM

the 4x4 bracket is different,its alot smaller then the 2wd.although that setup thats in the pioc above looks to be the way to go

mrein3 · 02-13-2008, 09:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dads 68 GMC

I switched from a manual to an auto trans. I took the pivot bracket off a 1968 c-10. I think the bracket off of this 2x4 might be different from a 4x4. my frame does not have the holes I need, do I need to drill 2 holes and get a different bracket? if so does someone have the bracket I need? I can do paypal or whatever you need, Thanx,Philip

I don't know if this helps but I switched from a manual (3-speed column) to a th350 in my K10 4x4. I bought the tranny, adapter, and t-case out of a 1972 Blazer. While I was showing the guy how to get the tranny off the engine I talked him out of the shift linkage and bracket on the frame. On my truck frame I had to drill two holes for the bracket on the frame. It has worked fine since I installed it in December of 2001.

Dads 68 GMC · 02-13-2008, 11:08 PM

thanks for all the help guys, anyone have one of those little brackets that bolt on the frame? I would like to go that way.

sneakysnake · 02-13-2008, 11:41 PM

Here are all the pieces on a 2x4

myoldchevytruck · 02-13-2008, 11:42 PM

Hey Dads 68 GMC,

Check with either board members teeitup or billsbowtie. Seems one of them had a large assortment of parts in a recent thread and I remember seeing that frame bracket.

krue · 02-14-2008, 05:27 AM

Your best bet will be to post a WTB thread on the parts board, please don't buy/sell anywhere else.

BTW here's a pic of what's on my Blazer so you'll know what to look for.

02-13-2008, 01:40 PM	#1
Dads 68 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sidney; MT Posts: 172	Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! I switched from a manual to an auto trans. I took the pivot bracket off a 1968 c-10. I think the bracket off of this 2x4 might be different from a 4x4. my frame does not have the holes I need, do I need to drill 2 holes and get a different bracket? if so does someone have the bracket I need? I can do paypal or whatever you need, Thanx,Philip

02-13-2008, 02:16 PM	#2
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! You should think about the linkage kit from bowtie overdrives. http://www.bowtieoverdrives.com/cata...php?ITEMID=193 __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

02-13-2008, 02:23 PM	#3
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! I'll try to remember to go look on my 4x Blazer and see what bracket it uses in the morning. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

02-13-2008, 02:45 PM	#5
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! Your engine must have a lot more torque than mine, 'cuz I have the above (put a 200-4r in it) and have no issues with it. __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"

02-13-2008, 04:47 PM	#6
FLEET72 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Sonoma, CA Posts: 521	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! No, not a lot but it is noticeable. You can see the shifter move when under heavy load. __________________ Oscar '72 Shortbed Fleetside '95 Jimmy 4X4 '69 GMC Custom Camper

02-13-2008, 08:10 PM	#7
hilljob26 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Gypsum Kansas 67448 Posts: 1,681	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! the 4x4 bracket is different,its alot smaller then the 2wd.although that setup thats in the pioc above looks to be the way to go __________________ 21 2500hd duramax 58 apache HILLJOB GRAPHIX--for all your graphic needs My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=542497 LS ENGINE SWAP INFORMATION THREAD http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=377348 4l60 to an NP205 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...43#post3697343

02-13-2008, 11:08 PM	#9
Dads 68 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Sidney; MT Posts: 172	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! thanks for all the help guys, anyone have one of those little brackets that bolt on the frame? I would like to go that way.

02-13-2008, 11:41 PM	#10
sneakysnake It's a catastrophic success. Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 2,077	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! Here are all the pieces on a 2x4 Attached Images

02-13-2008, 11:42 PM	#11
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! Hey Dads 68 GMC, Check with either board members teeitup or billsbowtie. Seems one of them had a large assortment of parts in a recent thread and I remember seeing that frame bracket. __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

02-14-2008, 05:27 AM	#12
krue Designated A-hole! Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: South Mississippi Posts: 36,450	Re: Auto tranny linkage help, PLEASE!!! Your best bet will be to post a WTB thread on the parts board, please don't buy/sell anywhere else. BTW here's a pic of what's on my Blazer so you'll know what to look for. Attached Images __________________ "If it ain't broke, fix it 'til it is!" Being stupid ain't illegal. We're Still Debt Free Except for the House!!! www.daveramsey.com 70 GMC SWB Stepside project "Green Booger" soon to be 6.0l/4l80e 93 S-10 "Poppaw's Truck"



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