The floor section that the transmission comes thru the floor was missing when I got the truck. PO had just put some sheet metal in its place. I am sure at this point that the 4 speed was installed after the fact.
The u-joint that attached inside the torque ball is def not original, some kind I never seen before. No bolts to disconnect the collars. Had to slip the the cups off to remove it from the yolk.
The BellCrank is still in place on the bellhousing and is only used on the 3 speed. I would say that reviewing all the evidence it was originally equipped with a 3 speed and column shift.
Thanks for the replies


Frank
1948 5 Window Chevy 3100 an absolute rescue that is now back on the road
1953 Buick Super 1 family owned since new
1956 3200 Big Window
1985.5 Mustang SVO
1986 Mustang SVO