I set the transmission in the chassis and checked all the mounting points, everything looks like it will bolt up. I tried cleaning the trans case with some Aluma Bright, this is used on over the road trucks for fuel tanks and wheels. It cleaned the case well but left a chalky finish that just doesn't look that great. I know the the trans will be under the truck and no one will see it but I know how it looks. I wire brushed part of the case and was happy with that finish so I'll do the rest of the trans sometime this week and then apply a clear coat..
As fate would have it the 2 driveshafts I have fit both categories, too long and too short. I may just cut the longer driveshaft down and weld it to length, or have one built ($$$). Either way I will need to have it balanced. I may take an afternoon and "Bribe" my son into going to the wrecking yard, I should be able to find a driveshaft the right length. I have a list that hangs on the wall in the shed just for wrecking yard items, it's been a while since I made a run anyway.
~ Craig 1958 Viking 4400 "The Book of Thor" Read the story in the DITY 1960 Chevrolet C10 "A Family Heirloom" Follow the story in the DITY Gallery '59 Apache 31, 327 V8 (0.030 over), Muncie M20 4 Speed, GM 10 Bolt Rear... long term project (30 years and counting)
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