1962 gmc

[bigdogboxers]

I am looking to install a small block chevy motor like a 327 or a 350 into my 62 gmc ... It originally had the big block v6 and a 4 speed floor shifter in it.. My ? is what or how do i install the 350 chevy with a automatic tranny...like motor mounts and tranny mounts?

[markeb01]

Here's how I did mine:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663

[padresag]

Originally Posted by markeb01

Here's how I did mine:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663

in the first 2 pics in your link on the drivers side between the bellhousing crossmember and where the steel brake line comes down, what is that short shaft protrusion for coming from the frame. looks like a 3 spd column so that isn't for shift linkage . it is not for mechanical clutch linkage. just curious
ron

[markeb01]

Originally Posted by padresag

in the first 2 pics in your link on the drivers side between the bellhousing crossmember and where the steel brake line comes down, what is that short shaft protrusion for coming from the frame. looks like a 3 spd column so that isn't for shift linkage . it is not for mechanical clutch linkage. just curious
ron

That's weird. I have no idea what it’s for and don’t even remember it being there. From the looks of the object it appears to have been installed at the factory. I just knew it wasn’t going to be needed so it was trimmed off along with the crossmember and engine mounts. The truck originally came with a 3 speed on the column. Subsequently the original owner or his nephew installed an SM-420. Perhaps the column shifter had some type of idler linkage?

Now I’m going to have to do some research to try and figure out the mystery.

[Corts60]

Hey guys, that round part on the frame is for the original 3-speed linkage. There is a sort of bell crank that attaches to it between the column and the tranny. It's dark out right now but if you like, I will take a picture tomorrow since I still have the M-318.

[Big Fenders]

Originally Posted by markeb01

Here's how I did mine:

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=369663

Great info...and great reference when I drop in my 350/350 in my 1960 GMC.
Thanks
Bob

[Captainfab]

Is the front suspension still stock? Basically you'll need to bolt in some motor mount brackets for the V8 and you'll have to fabricate a transmission crossmember. You'll also have to remove the original bellhousing crossmember.

Since you're close by, I can actually show you what you need to do. I probably have most of the parts to make it happen. Send me a PM if you're interested.

Originally Posted by bigdogboxers

I am looking to install a small block chevy motor like a 327 or a 350 into my 62 gmc ... It originally had the big block v6 and a 4 speed floor shifter in it.. My ? is what or how do i install the 350 chevy with a automatic tranny...like motor mounts and tranny mounts?

[bigdogboxers]

Thanks everyone it will happen soon I hope but still have a few bugs to work out on my 1970 4x4 before i get to dig into my 62 too deep... I know alot of people use parts from the 1968 - 72 trucks when makeing changes so i dont want to sell anything i will be needing....