It's a fun toy. I did not want to give up my column shift, so, as you noted, I have five gears to play with. And I have the different ways to engage them that I can play with.
1950 GMC 100 Panel Truck, 1958 270, 3-spd Saginaw with BW OD, 3.73 12 Bolt Differential from a 1966 C10, Front Disc Brakes Hill Holder Bought it in pieces 9-1976, driving since 6-1978 Follow in the DITY | 
