If I were in your shoes (I already have been with my '50 3100), I would get my hands on a t-5 out of a mid '80s s-10 with a cylinder. They bolt up to your '52 bell housing without much difficulty. Look up Lugnutz in the search area. He is our T-5 guru. Then look for a '67-'70 1/2 ton rear end. A 3.73 would be a good choice. You will be astounded by how this swap brings your 235 to life. It will make you wonder why people put v8s in these trucks.
Carl
