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my_bucket · 09-10-2011, 09:56 PM

I have a 69 with a 327 finally got to drive it more than just around the back yard today
Super excited about that but found out the clutch is slipping.
It has a manual 3 speed in it I want 2 upgrade to a 4 speed so now its the time to do it
But I dont no what will work ? What do yall suggest? Thanks
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crazy longhorn · 09-10-2011, 10:06 PM

Im running a 6 spd ROD in my longhorn(fun, but expensive)! crazyL

oldblue1968chevy · 09-10-2011, 10:07 PM

3spd on the column wth new bushings and new cluthc

vectorit · 09-10-2011, 10:11 PM

Sm-465

Captmike · 09-10-2011, 10:17 PM

Runnin a new M-22 Rockcrusher built by Bob at Fourgears in the Chicago area.
Then had to put an Eaton Posi in the rear. Fun stuff!

BMERDOC · 09-10-2011, 10:22 PM

I'm drivin the old Muncie 3spd with the non-syncro first gear. There is a good thread around here that shows how to install a T5. I quickly read over it and may revisit it later. I like the Camaro trans but I'd rather have the S10 shifter position. I didn't look hard enough to see if the S10 shifter setup can go on the Camaro transmission.

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-10-2011, 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by my_bucket

I have a 69 with a 327 finally got to drive it more than just around the back yard today
Super excited about that but found out the clutch is slipping.
It has a manual 3 speed in it I want 2 upgrade to a 4 speed so now its the time to do it
But I dont no what will work ? What do yall suggest? Thanks
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It all matters on budget and intended uses:

--Do you want to go fast ....or will it be a working type truck, that carry's or pulls heavy loads ?

--Do you want to do a combination of both?

--What is your budget ?

lil hoodlum · 09-10-2011, 10:47 PM

My 68 has a three speed saginaw.

Keith

my_bucket · 09-10-2011, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by RUSHNBOBO

It all matters on budget and intended uses:

--Do you want to go fast ....or will it be a working type truck, that carry's or pulls heavy loads ?

--Do you want to do a combination of both?

--What is your budget ?

I'm just trying to find options, its gona be my DD some day, not gona pull heavy loads
Id like something good for crusing around town maybe a little highway id like a 4speed
My budget is not big with 3 kids
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72truckman · 09-10-2011, 11:11 PM

NV4500 5 speed overdrive

Shyguy · 09-10-2011, 11:19 PM

I grew up driving trucks with the SM-420 and SM-465 so those are the ones I have. The SM-420 is behind a L6 and the SM-465 is behind a 454.

dan42 · 09-10-2011, 11:51 PM

The SM465 is what I have - the true classic truck tranny. Fun to drive, impossible to break.

*RUSHNBOBO* · 09-10-2011, 11:58 PM

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Originally Posted by my_bucket

I'm just trying to find options, its gona be my DD some day, not gona pull heavy loads
Id like something good for crusing around town maybe a little highway id like a 4speed
My budget is not big with 3 kids
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If your set on a four speed there's ....
--Borg-Warner T10....now built new by Richmond
--Muncie M20 M21 M22
--Sm (Saginaw-Muncie) car
--Sm (Saginaw-Muncie) truck.....sm465 ,sm420....these are called granny gear four speeds due to the extra low stump pulling 1st gear. Great for hauling, towing and off road, but not acceleration . I had 1 in my dually and swapped it out for a built automatic.
--New Process "truck"...very much like above

--The first 2 are expensive ....and more performance oriented than you really need
--The truck granny 4 speeds are super tough...can still find good used one's .....I've got a sm465 in my driveway will sell cheap...

--none of the above have overdrive...4th gear on all is 1:1...that's the main problem, so......

--Here's the best bang for the buck ...I'd go with a Tremec T5 (5 speed)...easy to find, came in Camaro's, S10's and some other Gm cars and trucks. These are not the strongest transmissions out there, but there strong enough for a stock to mildly built small block. And here's the best part .....you'll have a true overdrive trans. and gas at $4.00+ a gallon you will appreciate that 5th gear. IMHO

treveiger · 09-11-2011, 01:25 AM

I'm running a sm465, old, clunky, not the smoothest but that think sure is tough.
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Mayo · 09-11-2011, 11:00 AM

I've got a T5 from an 83 Camaro

OJ1988 · 09-11-2011, 12:58 PM

M-20 wide ratio in place of stock 3 speed.
Hurst competition plus shifter.
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Scott Webster · 09-11-2011, 03:42 PM

T10 4spd from a early 80's camaro. Would recommend the 5 speed if you intend on driving distances.

1972RedNeck · 09-11-2011, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by 72truckman

NV4500 5 speed overdrive

I'll second that.

Wrenchbender Ret · 09-11-2011, 04:40 PM

I put the T-5 in every truck I do. The T-5 is easy & cheap to convert. You get the advantage of the o-drive. Like the guys say they are not real stout but if you dont go doing burnouts or speed shifts they will stand up.
Yes you can put the S-10 tail houseing & shifter on a Camero trans. The Camero version is a little stronger & has closer gears.

yuccales · 09-11-2011, 08:10 PM

NP 435. 190000 miles, still shifting good!

Chris Bultman · 09-11-2011, 09:17 PM

sm420, definatly drives like a truck!

my_bucket · 09-12-2011, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by RUSHNBOBO

--Here's the best bang for the buck ...I'd go with a Tremec T5 (5 speed)...easy to find, came in Camaro's, S10's and some other Gm cars and trucks. These are not the strongest transmissions out there, but there strong enough for a stock to mildly built small block. And here's the best part .....you'll have a true overdrive trans. and gas at $4.00+ a gallon you will appreciate that 5th gear. IMHO

This sounds like what I will look into does it require any mods or will bolt rite up?
What about the shifter should it line up where the hole is in the floor ok?
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Willy Prost · 09-12-2011, 12:46 PM

Tremec TKO 5 speed (not the T-5). Been in the truck 6 years now.

Mayo · 09-12-2011, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by my_bucket

This sounds like what I will look into does it require any mods or will bolt rite up?
What about the shifter should it line up where the hole is in the floor ok?
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If you run a T5 from a Camaro, you will most likely need to run bucket seats. The shifted sits fairly far back and I would imagine you would either have to notch the bench seat or have a custom bent shifter.
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sboris · 09-12-2011, 03:41 PM

SM-465. Tough and reliable

09-10-2011, 09:56 PM	#1
my_bucket Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Royal, ar Posts: 35	What manual transmission yall running I have a 69 with a 327 finally got to drive it more than just around the back yard today Super excited about that but found out the clutch is slipping. It has a manual 3 speed in it I want 2 upgrade to a 4 speed so now its the time to do it But I dont no what will work ? What do yall suggest? Thanks Posted via Mobile Device

09-10-2011, 10:06 PM	#2
crazy longhorn Fabricate till you "puke" Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Ill Posts: 9,402	Re: What manual transmission yall running Im running a 6 spd ROD in my longhorn(fun, but expensive)! crazyL __________________ 69 longhorn,4" chop,3/5 drop, 1/2 ton suspension/disc brakes,1 1/2" body drop,steel tilt clip, 5.3/Edelbrock rpm intake/600 carb, Hooker streetrod shorties,2 1/2" exhaust/ H pipe/50's Flows , 6 spd Richmond trans,12 bolt/ 3.40 gears....

09-10-2011, 10:07 PM	#3
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: What manual transmission yall running 3spd on the column wth new bushings and new cluthc __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

09-10-2011, 10:11 PM	#4
vectorit What? Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Southern California Posts: 7,617	Re: What manual transmission yall running Sm-465 __________________ Chris 1968 K20 Suburban 1972 K10 LWB PU

09-10-2011, 10:17 PM	#5
Captmike Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Diamondhead, Ms. Posts: 12	Re: What manual transmission yall running Runnin a new M-22 Rockcrusher built by Bob at Fourgears in the Chicago area. Then had to put an Eaton Posi in the rear. Fun stuff!

09-10-2011, 10:22 PM	#6
BMERDOC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Richmond,Va Posts: 2,934	Re: What manual transmission yall running I'm drivin the old Muncie 3spd with the non-syncro first gear. There is a good thread around here that shows how to install a T5. I quickly read over it and may revisit it later. I like the Camaro trans but I'd rather have the S10 shifter position. I didn't look hard enough to see if the S10 shifter setup can go on the Camaro transmission. __________________ Nick Carter 1967 C10 Short bed Fleetside Project Cheap Thrills! 2WD C10 Modern/Performance Alignments Easiest Alignment Ever!

09-10-2011, 10:47 PM	#8
lil hoodlum Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, Texas Posts: 1,729	Re: What manual transmission yall running My 68 has a three speed saginaw. Keith

09-10-2011, 11:11 PM	#10
72truckman Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: San Ramon, California Posts: 276	Re: What manual transmission yall running NV4500 5 speed overdrive __________________ My 1972 Blazer 5.3 E85/ NV4500 5spd 4x4 Work in Progress http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=291482 **SOLD!!!!!** 1965 GMC 4X4 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=294727

09-10-2011, 11:19 PM	#11
Shyguy Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Southeast Missouri Posts: 2,436	Re: What manual transmission yall running I grew up driving trucks with the SM-420 and SM-465 so those are the ones I have. The SM-420 is behind a L6 and the SM-465 is behind a 454. __________________ '67 Chevy C-20 short stepper - build complete, 454/SM-465. '75 C-30 Single Cab DRW-350 small block/NP-435. '77 GMC-6500 Dump Truck, 427 Tall Deck. '92 GMC K-3500 Duallie, 454/4L80E.

09-10-2011, 11:51 PM	#12
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: What manual transmission yall running The SM465 is what I have - the true classic truck tranny. Fun to drive, impossible to break. __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

09-11-2011, 01:25 AM	#14
treveiger Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Dakota Posts: 4,093	Re: What manual transmission yall running I'm running a sm465, old, clunky, not the smoothest but that think sure is tough. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1969 Chevy c20(Miss Hackjob)

09-11-2011, 11:00 AM	#15
Mayo Cool Truck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Bowie,MD Posts: 1,869	Re: What manual transmission yall running I've got a T5 from an 83 Camaro __________________ 1968 Chevrolet C20 Longhorn "Cool Truck" 1937 Chevrolet Pickup - Project Looking for a patina'd 68 50th Anniversary longbed

09-11-2011, 12:58 PM	#16
OJ1988 Just a car guy Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: New Washington, IN Posts: 991	Re: What manual transmission yall running M-20 wide ratio in place of stock 3 speed. Hurst competition plus shifter. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1955 belair Blown Pro Street cruiser 1971 Camaro Pro Touring 1973 Vega Drag Car 1970 C20 tow rig

09-11-2011, 03:42 PM	#17
Scott Webster Sheetmetal Psycho Join Date: May 2005 Location: athens PA Posts: 515	Re: What manual transmission yall running T10 4spd from a early 80's camaro. Would recommend the 5 speed if you intend on driving distances. __________________ I didn't say you were stupid, but I was thinking it... I need a check up from the neck up! Project "Rigginstine's Monster" 1971 C-10 longbed 355/4spd Future mods: 67 front clip Webby's Rigginations - where everything has potential!

09-11-2011, 04:40 PM	#19
Wrenchbender Ret Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Overland Park, Ks. Posts: 5,228	Re: What manual transmission yall running I put the T-5 in every truck I do. The T-5 is easy & cheap to convert. You get the advantage of the o-drive. Like the guys say they are not real stout but if you dont go doing burnouts or speed shifts they will stand up. Yes you can put the S-10 tail houseing & shifter on a Camero trans. The Camero version is a little stronger & has closer gears.



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09-11-2011, 08:10 PM	#20
yuccales Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Northern Calif. Posts: 3,751	Re: What manual transmission yall running NP 435. 190000 miles, still shifting good!

09-11-2011, 09:17 PM	#21
Chris Bultman Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Dorr Mi Posts: 8	Re: What manual transmission yall running sm420, definatly drives like a truck! __________________ '67 GMC C20 lwb built it on a high schooler's budget 15years ago. Slowly rebuilding it on a working man's budget now.

09-12-2011, 12:46 PM	#23
Willy Prost Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 398	Re: What manual transmission yall running Tremec TKO 5 speed (not the T-5). Been in the truck 6 years now.

09-12-2011, 03:41 PM	#25
sboris Registered User Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Osceola, Ia Posts: 2,017	Re: What manual transmission yall running SM-465. Tough and reliable __________________ Shawn 68 chevy K/20 05 chevy 3/4 4x4 71 short step-sold 71 chevy Beauville van My build. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=633039

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