The trans comes through the floorboard. It does not appear that it was ever mounted on the steering column.

OldSub, thanks for the info on the reverse. I will take a photo Sat. 28th and get back to you.

Xram53, I hope to get the numbers off of the motor and trans on Sat. the 28th. The next available time to go where the truck is stored.
I will get with you when I get them.

Once again you guys have a great wealth of information for me. I can't believe how nice everybody is and you all never make me feel stupid. This dream truck (aka rust bucket basket case) is my first restoration of this scope, not counting a VW Thing (very simple) I restored. I am 39 years old and I love all the learning that I am doing at this site through all the helpful people. Like a kid in a candy store.

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