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billy66 · 07-02-2009, 09:35 AM

I just bought my uncle's 66 chevy fleetside and I need help with info.the truck has been in the family for years.I know some history on the truck.the truck has a 230 with a three on the tree. i want to change it to a 5 speed and keep the 230. my first question is what transmission will bolt to the 230 and how much modifications do i have to do. second it's missing the tranny crossmember,so i need to what years will fit. it's going to be a challenge to get it back in shape, but i love a good challenge. if you can help it will be much appreciated. thanks
billy66

Molyorange · 07-02-2009, 04:40 PM

The 230 has the same bellhousing bolt pattern as a smallblock chevy. So most chevy transmisions will work. I wish my 305 V-6 had the same bellhousing pattern I would put my richmond six-speed behind it!!!

MacAttack · 07-02-2009, 05:30 PM

Welcome...........

63 & 64 Bowties · 07-02-2009, 05:54 PM

Here 'ya go....
http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=313954
The bellhousing bolt pattern is the same, but it's not a plug-and-play job. I've got a S-10 5 speed I'm planning on putting in my 64 soon. I think this thread explains it, but you'll need the S-10 tailshaft and shifter if you use a Camaro 5 speed because of the difference in the position of the shifter. You can do a forum search for T5 transmissions for other articles.
And, welcome to the board. Always nice to have another 60-66 guy here.

**Captainfab** · 07-03-2009, 12:20 AM

Welcome to the board

I would go with a T5. That should hold up with no problem behind a 230, and give you a mpg boost.

07-02-2009, 09:35 AM	#1
billy66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: lillian, al Posts: 1	need help just bought a 66 chevy fleetside I just bought my uncle's 66 chevy fleetside and I need help with info.the truck has been in the family for years.I know some history on the truck.the truck has a 230 with a three on the tree. i want to change it to a 5 speed and keep the 230. my first question is what transmission will bolt to the 230 and how much modifications do i have to do. second it's missing the tranny crossmember,so i need to what years will fit. it's going to be a challenge to get it back in shape, but i love a good challenge. if you can help it will be much appreciated. thanks billy66

07-02-2009, 04:40 PM	#2
Molyorange Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Clinton,Ms Posts: 8	Re: need help just bought a 66 chevy fleetside The 230 has the same bellhousing bolt pattern as a smallblock chevy. So most chevy transmisions will work. I wish my 305 V-6 had the same bellhousing pattern I would put my richmond six-speed behind it!!! Last edited by Molyorange; 07-02-2009 at 04:41 PM.

07-02-2009, 05:30 PM	#3
MacAttack 283 Drama Queen Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Surf City, CA Posts: 2,435	Re: need help just bought a 66 chevy fleetside Welcome........... Attached Images __________________ For about 12 years of my adult life I had a severe speech impediment. My ex-wife never let me get a word in edgewise.

07-02-2009, 05:54 PM	#4
63 & 64 Bowties and a few others Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Blue Ridge Mountains of VA Posts: 5,638	Re: need help just bought a 66 chevy fleetside Here 'ya go.... http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=313954 The bellhousing bolt pattern is the same, but it's not a plug-and-play job. I've got a S-10 5 speed I'm planning on putting in my 64 soon. I think this thread explains it, but you'll need the S-10 tailshaft and shifter if you use a Camaro 5 speed because of the difference in the position of the shifter. You can do a forum search for T5 transmissions for other articles. And, welcome to the board. Always nice to have another 60-66 guy here. __________________ Bill US Army Vet -193rd Infantry BlueRidgeMuscleCars.com “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” Gandhi

07-03-2009, 12:20 AM	#5
Captainfab 60-66 Nut Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Posts: 23,252	Re: need help just bought a 66 chevy fleetside Welcome to the board I would go with a T5. That should hold up with no problem behind a 230, and give you a mpg boost. __________________ Power Steering Box Adapter Plates For Sale HERE Power Brake Booster Adapter Brackets For Sale '63-'66 HERE and '67-'72 HERE and '60-'62 HERE and "60-'62 with clutch HERE Rear Disc Brake Brackets For Sale. Impala SS calipers HERE Camaro Calipers HERE D52 Calipers HERE 6 Lug HERE Hydroboost Mounting Plates HERE



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