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04-14-2007, 02:18 PM
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3 speeds trans
i have a 1960 with 283 v8 and a 3 speed, trans looks real small to handle some more power is the 3 spped trans really tough
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04-14-2007, 04:03 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
I'll let you know...
 John
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04-14-2007, 06:57 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
It's small because there are only 3 gears. It can handle a few more horses.
Just don't try reverse burnouts  ( I did when I was 16 in my '62 )Also don't speed shift if it is still a column shifter. ( another stupid mistake a 16 yr. old makes)
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04-14-2007, 07:28 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
thanks for the info
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04-14-2007, 07:58 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
The strength isn't the problem, it the fact that first gear is not synchronized. You must make a complete stop to put the transmission into first gear or you will hear a grinding sound.
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04-14-2007, 08:13 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
is this 1st gear not syncrinized in turbo 35o's also? I know its an auto, but if i dont make a cmplete stop, the truck doesnt accelerate as well, like its in second instead of first.....(sry for the highjack)
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04-14-2007, 09:20 PM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
Sounds like you have a kick-down linkage problem....disconnected or mis-adjusted.
John
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04-15-2007, 07:03 AM
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Re: 3 speeds trans
have 327 build 4000m. ago. 450 lift cam & 850cfm quadjet off big block buick. i bang gears pretty hard with it. got 4:11 rearend & can lay 50yrd of rubber & make it squell thru 3rd. put indy floor shift on it. even fit good with bench. has held up thru 2 sets of tires. have it going into my shop this week for front disc brakes/thanks to a 78 donor truck. drums just don't cut it anymore jw
straight pipes save lives! 
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