Total Bolt In Astro T5 OD Trans (250 I6) All GM Off the Shelf Parts-1965 C10 SBSS

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This is a 100% off the shelf Chevrolet/Chevy replacement parts, Near Zero Modification (either shorten drive shaft or go for zero mods by buying one new), direct bolt in of a Mid 80s Chevrolet Astro Van T5.

We used an 11" Astro Van clutch kit and separately purchased a SHORT Throwout Bearing (kit comes with a Long Throwout bearing), new manufacture/off the shelf S10/1500 flywheel to support the larger diameter clutch assembly.

Engine is the common 250 cu in Chevy I6. Exhaust is Factory (walker) single outlet system on the drivers side. The truck is stock ride height.

Overall, the truck remains in its original Base Configuration including all drum brakes, 3.73 gear out back and tires closely sized to that which was original in 65.

Essentially, if you are willing to purchase a new driveshaft in the correct length, this conversion becomes a total bolt in operation, that could be done in a long weekend (read that not too much beer drinkin) with only small power tools (drill/grinder for rivets) and a small assortment of wrenches. (i.e. done in a weekend cause you don't have to drive drunk back an forth getting the original driveshaft shortened and balanced).

And....a few dollops of the ubiquitous Blu Goo for the Ever Drippy T5 Speedo Gear Bullet. (Because I'm addicted to Permatex Blu Goo!)