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67chevycruisin · 05-06-2013, 11:38 AM

ok guys, so the first thing i plan on doing to my 67 is replace the worn out 4 speed and drop a 700r4 in it. i have a 327 engine installed in my truck (stock), i was wondering what all i would have to change to make this swap work. ive read alot of your guys' forums but i still want to make sure i know what all im getting in to. thanks a lot

1972SUPERSB · 05-06-2013, 11:54 AM

The drive shaft will have to be shortened. You will need to move the trans crossmember. You will also have to move and re adjust shifter linkage as well. Make sure the tv cable is hooked up correctly
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**LEEVON** · 05-06-2013, 12:06 PM

Tubular transmission crossmember makes it alot easier. Also, grab a GM dipstick and tube. Prepare and study up on the TV cable (most important) and lock-up. Invest in a transmission pressure gauge. Keep asking questions! Good luck, there is a ton of info here.

67chevycruisin · 05-07-2013, 11:35 AM

thanks a lot!

**jocko** · 05-07-2013, 11:39 AM

The best source of tv cable setup inf I have found is on the Bowtie Overdrives website, might want to take a look at that, regardless of where you buy from.
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BrutonLS1 · 05-08-2013, 04:24 AM

I just slid my crossmember forward, surprisingly enough there were bolt holes already there, they looked stock? I've always been told to get 700r4's from 1985 and up, however I cannot remember the reason, maybe someone will chime in.
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rocknss · 05-08-2013, 08:15 AM

You will also need a new flex plate and a new starter for the 700r4 as your old manual trans ones won't work for the 700r4. Also the TV hookup is very important.

05-06-2013, 11:38 AM	#1
67chevycruisin Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: RoseHill, KS Posts: 3	700 r4 conversion questions ok guys, so the first thing i plan on doing to my 67 is replace the worn out 4 speed and drop a 700r4 in it. i have a 327 engine installed in my truck (stock), i was wondering what all i would have to change to make this swap work. ive read alot of your guys' forums but i still want to make sure i know what all im getting in to. thanks a lot

05-06-2013, 11:54 AM	#2
1972SUPERSB Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 1,026	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions The drive shaft will have to be shortened. You will need to move the trans crossmember. You will also have to move and re adjust shifter linkage as well. Make sure the tv cable is hooked up correctly Posted via Mobile Device __________________ Jeff 1972 Cheyenne Super SWB 350, Auto, Bucket Seats w/Console, Tach, Factory A/C, P/S ,P/B, Tilt 1998 Chevy 1500 Ext Cab 5.7, Pewter w/blue interior

05-06-2013, 12:06 PM	#3
LEEVON Moderator Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ozark, MO Posts: 4,888	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions Tubular transmission crossmember makes it alot easier. Also, grab a GM dipstick and tube. Prepare and study up on the TV cable (most important) and lock-up. Invest in a transmission pressure gauge. Keep asking questions! Good luck, there is a ton of info here. __________________ '20 Silverado Trail Boss ~ '17 Tahoe ~ '79 K15 Sierra Grande ~ '76 Blazer 2wd ~ '71 Cheyenne swb ~ '55 Pontiac Safari ~'50 3100 bagged ~ '80 Wife ~ Late model kids

05-07-2013, 11:35 AM	#4
67chevycruisin Registered User Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: RoseHill, KS Posts: 3	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions thanks a lot!

05-07-2013, 11:39 AM	#5
jocko Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Godley, TX Posts: 17,975	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions The best source of tv cable setup inf I have found is on the Bowtie Overdrives website, might want to take a look at that, regardless of where you buy from. Posted via Mobile Device

05-08-2013, 04:24 AM	#6
BrutonLS1 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Weatherford, Tx Posts: 142	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions I just slid my crossmember forward, surprisingly enough there were bolt holes already there, they looked stock? I've always been told to get 700r4's from 1985 and up, however I cannot remember the reason, maybe someone will chime in. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ -Bruton 1968 GMC long bed 5.7/700R4 --I'd rather push a Chevy, than drive a Ford.--

05-08-2013, 08:15 AM	#7
rocknss Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 403	Re: 700 r4 conversion questions You will also need a new flex plate and a new starter for the 700r4 as your old manual trans ones won't work for the 700r4. Also the TV hookup is very important.



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