Unbolt the 3-speed, bolt on the 4-speed and cut a hole in the floor for the shifter (or get the floor panel made for the 4-speed). Also unbolt the shift lever from the steering column. Done.
When you install the engine/tranny, remove the top cover and shifter and cover the top with something to prevent things from dropping inside, then reinstall the top cover afterwards.


Kevin
1951 Chevy 3100 work truck
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1929 Ford pickup restored from the ground up. | 1929 Ford Special Coupe (First car)
Busting rust since the mid-60's
If you're smart enough to take it apart, you darn well better be smart enough to put it back together.