I really like the strength of the sm420 plus I like the sound of the constant mesh second and third gear, call me weird.
So I am gathering up the parts for the 3.55 install this fall in my enclosed driveshaft 53. I'm hoping the 235 will be up to the task.


1953 Chevrolet 3100
261 cu inch, sm420, 3.55 rear, torque tube still,omaha orange, still 6 volt, RPO green glass, side carrier spare, all done
In the DITY Gallery
Video of the 261 running

1964 GMC 1000
305 Big Block V6, sm420, the next cab off restoration