mid 80s to 1976 engine, trans, NP203 swap

[jbirdbobio]

Would this be a easy change or more complicated than Im thinking. Have a chance to purchase all 3 together for a good price instead of buying a separate transmission and rebuilding the original 400. Engine has not been started in over 30 years, but was stored inside.

[kwmech]

All depends on your skill level and what you want. Personally I'd keep the 400, clean it up and roll with it. I'd then go to a T400 or 4l80 and a 205

[jbirdbobio]

thanks for the input, I am mechanically inclined. Was a machinist my whole life before retiring. Have the cab ready to be lifted off frame so the installation will be a little easier. Is there any chance the engine will start? It does turn by hand and oil has been put in the cylinders periodically.