You won't be able to make the later model trans work with a torque tube. You need to match the driveline with the tranny and rear axle that you're using. If you still have the torque tube rear axle, you'll need to use the earlier tranny.

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.