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05-08-2014, 01:53 AM
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Tranny swap
Currently I have a 230 with a granny 4 speed, My question is this will a power glide bolt right up to my 230 or is there something else that needed?
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05-08-2014, 06:47 AM
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Re: Tranny swap
It will bolt up to the 230 but not sure if you want to go that route. A powerglide will have a 1.76 or a 1.82 first gear. So starting off will be close to 3rd gear in the trans you have. A turbo 350 would be a better choice.
Jimmy
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05-08-2014, 09:34 AM
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Re: Tranny swap
Yeah I was thinking the same, 350 would bolt up as well?
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05-08-2014, 12:13 PM
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Re: Tranny swap
They will all bolt up as long as it is a chevy trans. You will need to find one the right length and put a trans cross member in it. Cut out the old cross member behind the engine and figure out a shifter and a cooler.
Jimmy
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05-08-2014, 05:01 PM
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Re: Tranny swap
If you are looking for strength and reliability, a th350 or th400 all day every day over a powerglide. If you want nostalgia, powerglide. They should bolt up no problem, if not gm, then all you need is a new bellhousing and those are relatively inexpensive.
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05-08-2014, 05:27 PM
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Re: Tranny swap
Thanks I like the idea of original period look but for overall ride I think I will go with the 350 or 400.
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