I am looking at replacing the entire powertrain on my 49 1-ton flatbed, I have not decided on an engine yet but I would say something in a 283-327 or 350. I have the opportunity to purchase a 4-speed manual transmission, drive line and rear axle for about 400 bucks. It is out of a 1990 chevy 2500, cab and chassis service truck. the axle is an 8 lug, 14 bolt. 3.42 gear, open diff.

My question is has anyone here done such a swap and what kind on conversion(s) or modifications will I need to make to get this to mount up to my chassis.

(I also posted this in the driveline section)

thanks
Bryan

Last edited by Blind1968; 05/02/2015 4:58 AM.

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