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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: rwilliamz on March 06, 2015, 03:16:52 pm

Title: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: rwilliamz on March 06, 2015, 03:16:52 pm

hey guys im looking for suggestions on what I should do with my 83 c10 swb stepside

im running a built 350 and a sm465 now but am considering a swap to a 5 speed or an auto tranny.
the engine makes good power and I am putting in a positrac in the rear.
I like to have fun with the truck so I don't want to put in anything weak if I do a swap.

My 465 is in need of some help, the syncros are beat, clutch is old, the manual linkage is worn and im not sure if I should rebuild or swap

What do you guys suggest?
thanks for any input or suggestions

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: zieg85 on March 06, 2015, 03:37:57 pm

Since you have the high hump cab there is no problem going with any transmission.  The NV4500 is a good choice or a TKO http://www.5speedtransmissions.com/68-87_chev_truck_5sp.html

A great upgrade to a juice clutch set up would be good at this time as well

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: roundhouse on March 08, 2015, 10:36:23 am

NV 3500 5 speed from 97-07 silverado is a good swap



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Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: VileZambonie on March 08, 2015, 10:58:43 am

4L60/700R4 would be a nice upgrade. Sell the MT linkage, pedals and accessories to help fund the conversion.

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: rwilliamz on March 08, 2015, 02:29:59 pm

what will I need to upgrade to a hydraulic clutch if I decide to do a 5 speed swap.
a buddy of mine has a parts 94 chevy shorty with a 4.3 and a 5 speed that im looking to pull the tranny out of.  can I use anything else from this truck to help with a swap?
what year trucks should I be looking to scavenge parts from?

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: roundhouse on March 08, 2015, 10:38:04 pm

The 97-07 trans are better but that should wor
 
The external slave will hit the front driveshaft if it's 4wd

You need a Hudrualic clutch and brake pedal setup from a 85-87 pickup And have a hose made at a local shop



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Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: rwilliamz on May 09, 2015, 02:28:22 pm

so I have decided I want to do an auto swap.  im thinking about a 4l60 or a 700r.
What do you guys think is the better choice?

Also, correct me if im wrong but I will need the following parts:
tranny, flex plate, convertor,
cooler lines and cooler (because my rad does not have trans cooler),
a driveshaft and maybe a new yoke
kickdown cables and brackets.
and some sort of floor shifter (I don't want to changer columns)
and automatic pedal setup

What do I do about the neutral safety switch off the clutch pedal?

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: FlatBlack77 on May 10, 2015, 09:25:11 am

youll probably need a different speedometer cable

you shouldnt need an automatic pedal setup unless you want that wide brake pedal.

youll need the dipstick tube. one with the tab that uses the transmission-to-engine mounting bolt to hold it in place is the best

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: LTZ C20 on May 10, 2015, 09:53:28 am

Also, depending on the year of the transmission, a 4L60 and a 700R are one in the same transmission.

Title: Re: looking for suggestions on my setup
Post by: FlatBlack77 on May 10, 2015, 05:04:18 pm

and watch out for lockup vs non lockup transmissions