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burb71 · 04-20-2011, 05:12 PM

I need the shift rod for my 1968, 396 BB & Turbo 400
I cant find mine, and I dont remember what it looks like, If you have one to sale I'll take it or if you can post a pic of one that may help also

VA72C10 · 04-20-2011, 06:39 PM

confirm with someone else because I just got up from a nap to sleep off a migrane....

...but I think the shift rod itself is the same as any other auto......it's just the piece that mounts to the frame is smaller (a tighter U-shape) than the TH350 one...

Hottrucks · 04-20-2011, 07:03 PM

I reused my th 350 one?? I guess since I reused all the parts..but when you say shift rod do you mean from the column or the U part??

gotta love not having wheel wells...lol..hope this helps

VA72C10 · 04-20-2011, 07:24 PM

I thought that was right

And I think the only reason for the small bracket is with a big block the angle would be bad....probably would have interference with running inner fenders...but you wouldn't need anything different if running a small block with a th400 (for others reference I realize you have the 396)....

..the other option is getting a cpp or Lokar shift linkage. Gives a more positive shift feel....

sjarrett71 · 04-20-2011, 07:29 PM

I've got a set in my parts thread. Here's the link. (Hope I don't get in trouble)

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=457187

VA72C10 · 04-20-2011, 07:33 PM

By the way....since this is in the sale section...I do have the smaller frame mount if you decide to go that way

Asking 50 shipped for it....

VA72C10 · 04-20-2011, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sjarrett71

I've got a set in my parts thread. Here's the link. (Hope I don't get in trouble)

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=457187

No problem since he's looking for the parts and a member

But that frame bracket wouldn't work with his big block and th400...
the rest of the linkage should...

Hottrucks · 04-20-2011, 07:51 PM

[QUOTE=VA72C10;4636350]I thought that was right

(for others reference I realize you have the 396)....
[QUOTE]

UMMM 472 caddy........... I used the stock th 350 to mount the engine then swapped out the 350 for the BOP th400 I reused the stock linkage and trans coolerr lines..just slip back the trans X member and bolted it all in???

teeitup · 04-20-2011, 08:52 PM

The original turbo 400 rod is different, has a bend in it and I think its a little longer. Th350 will work though.

VA72C10 · 04-20-2011, 09:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by teeitup

The original turbo 400 rod is different, has a bend in it and I think its a little longer. Th350 will work though.

Thanks for clarifying....I knew it would work but forgot it was slightly different by the bend and length!

[quote=Hottrucks;4636400][QUOTE=VA72C10;4636350]I thought that was right

(for others reference I realize you have the 396)....

Quote:

UMMM 472 caddy........... I used the stock th 350 to mount the engine then swapped out the 350 for the BOP th400 I reused the stock linkage and trans coolerr lines..just slip back the trans X member and bolted it all in???

I was meaning burb71 had the 396...I knew you had the caddy

I was just posting that someone with a small block and a th400 could use the th350 linkage if they wanted...

burb71 · 04-21-2011, 02:13 AM

Thanks everyone for the help and the pics, now I do remember that rod I cleaned it up very nice on the wire wheel but I cant find it.

**t korinek** · 04-21-2011, 02:16 AM

I have a BB t400 shifter rod for $30 shipped
Tom

**RenoKeene** · 04-21-2011, 08:25 AM

Here's a pic of my factory BB th400 linkage, the rod is fairly straight.

burb71 · 04-21-2011, 04:03 PM

Tom
along with the rod dose it come with the little swivel on the top and what ever I need to attach the rod on the lower end, Cotter pen and spacer or what ever was used.

RenoKeene
Is your set up for sale or are you just showing how the linkage sets up?

**RenoKeene** · 04-22-2011, 01:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by burb71

Tom
along with the rod dose it come with the little swivel on the top and what ever I need to attach the rod on the lower end, Cotter pen and spacer or what ever was used.

RenoKeene
Is your set up for sale or are you just showing how the linkage sets up?

Posted for reference. Hope it helps.

**Classic Bowties** · 04-22-2011, 08:13 PM

Here are a couple of side by side linkage comparison pics that I have been posting for years, first pic shows both of the 2wd w/TH auto setups and the second picture shows the 4wd auto setup next to the 2wd small block w/TH trans setup. Mel

burb71 · 04-23-2011, 11:37 PM

ttt

burb71 · 04-24-2011, 02:20 PM

ttt

**t korinek** · 04-24-2011, 04:47 PM

I have all the OEM pieces for your BB shift set up except the piece that bolts to the trans for $65 shipped.
I have the piece that bolts to the trans new with spring, cotter & washer for addl $15.
Thanks,
Tom

burb71 · 04-24-2011, 06:56 PM

Tom I just need the rod, the little slide nut at the top of the rod that hooks to the steering column.

04-20-2011, 05:12 PM	#1
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Shift rod, turbo 400 I need the shift rod for my 1968, 396 BB & Turbo 400 I cant find mine, and I dont remember what it looks like, If you have one to sale I'll take it or if you can post a pic of one that may help also

04-20-2011, 06:39 PM	#2
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 confirm with someone else because I just got up from a nap to sleep off a migrane.... ...but I think the shift rod itself is the same as any other auto......it's just the piece that mounts to the frame is smaller (a tighter U-shape) than the TH350 one... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-20-2011, 07:03 PM	#3
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 I reused my th 350 one?? I guess since I reused all the parts..but when you say shift rod do you mean from the column or the U part?? gotta love not having wheel wells...lol..hope this helps Attached Images __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html

04-20-2011, 07:24 PM	#4
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 I thought that was right And I think the only reason for the small bracket is with a big block the angle would be bad....probably would have interference with running inner fenders...but you wouldn't need anything different if running a small block with a th400 (for others reference I realize you have the 396).... ..the other option is getting a cpp or Lokar shift linkage. Gives a more positive shift feel.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA. Last edited by VA72C10; 04-20-2011 at 07:25 PM.

04-20-2011, 07:29 PM	#5
sjarrett71 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rolla, MO Posts: 2,463	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 I've got a set in my parts thread. Here's the link. (Hope I don't get in trouble) http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=457187 __________________ -Scott-

04-20-2011, 07:33 PM	#6
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,267	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 By the way....since this is in the sale section...I do have the smaller frame mount if you decide to go that way Asking 50 shipped for it.... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

04-20-2011, 07:51 PM	#8
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 [QUOTE=VA72C10;4636350]I thought that was right (for others reference I realize you have the 396).... [QUOTE] UMMM 472 caddy........... I used the stock th 350 to mount the engine then swapped out the 350 for the BOP th400 I reused the stock linkage and trans coolerr lines..just slip back the trans X member and bolted it all in??? Last edited by Hottrucks; 04-20-2011 at 07:52 PM.

04-20-2011, 08:52 PM	#9
teeitup Just like to part out trucks!! Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Meriden, Ks-North of Topeka 10 miles Posts: 27,395	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 The original turbo 400 rod is different, has a bend in it and I think its a little longer. Th350 will work though. __________________ 67 Chev swb stepside 4x4 283 4 speed SOLD 72 blazer 4x4 4 speed Cheyenne 72 GMC swb 4x4 fleet 4 speed, original paint 1958 Cameo (one of 1405 built, it was my dads) 2020 chevy Apex 4x4 crew cab 1969 Z28 with the 302 1980 chevy swb 4x4 1964 chevell Malibu SS 1976 K20, sold new originally out of my dads chevy dealership Members that I've met, over 200 probably closer to 300 in the 12 years I've been on this site, everyone I met "It was a pleasure"

04-21-2011, 02:13 AM	#11
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 Thanks everyone for the help and the pics, now I do remember that rod I cleaned it up very nice on the wire wheel but I cant find it.

04-21-2011, 02:16 AM	#12
t korinek Truckin' Krazy Join Date: May 2000 Location: mesa az Posts: 6,193	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 I have a BB t400 shifter rod for $30 shipped Tom __________________ Dealer for: American Auto Wire Precision weatherstripping Dakota Digital Trim parts Carpets Truck World seat covers & Many others Chevy Parts locator in Mesa AZ!

04-21-2011, 08:25 AM	#13
RenoKeene Florida Edition Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Fruitland Park, FL Posts: 4,028	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 Here's a pic of my factory BB th400 linkage, the rod is fairly straight. Attached Images __________________ 70 GMC Short Stepside "Rose"-An American Beauty: Factory 402/TH400, AM/FM, AC, Tilt, Tach, Buckets, Posi, PS, PB, 3-5 Drop, Complete Resto-Rod 67 C-20 Slant Back Wrecker "Mad Max" 67 C-10 Ratrod "Step-N-Wolf" 71 Serro Scotty Sportsman camper "Scotty" 97 LT1 Z28 "The Hornet" Link to more pics of "Rose" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...p?albumid=1684 Check out my "Cheap Tricks" thread and add to it if you can, lots of good info there. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=489394

04-21-2011, 04:03 PM	#14
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 Tom along with the rod dose it come with the little swivel on the top and what ever I need to attach the rod on the lower end, Cotter pen and spacer or what ever was used. RenoKeene Is your set up for sale or are you just showing how the linkage sets up?

04-22-2011, 08:13 PM	#16
Classic Bowties Always on the hunt... Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Portland, OR. Posts: 5,732	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 Here are a couple of side by side linkage comparison pics that I have been posting for years, first pic shows both of the 2wd w/TH auto setups and the second picture shows the 4wd auto setup next to the 2wd small block w/TH trans setup. Mel Attached Images

04-23-2011, 11:37 PM	#17
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 ttt

04-24-2011, 02:20 PM	#18
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04-24-2011, 04:47 PM	#19
t korinek Truckin' Krazy Join Date: May 2000 Location: mesa az Posts: 6,193	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 I have all the OEM pieces for your BB shift set up except the piece that bolts to the trans for $65 shipped. I have the piece that bolts to the trans new with spring, cotter & washer for addl $15. Thanks, Tom __________________ Dealer for: American Auto Wire Precision weatherstripping Dakota Digital Trim parts Carpets Truck World seat covers & Many others Chevy Parts locator in Mesa AZ!

04-24-2011, 06:56 PM	#20
burb71 Active Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Ft. Myers, Fl Posts: 1,716	Re: Shift rod, turbo 400 Tom I just need the rod, the little slide nut at the top of the rod that hooks to the steering column.

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