I've been considering converting my 1940 1 1/2 ton to an open drive line. I have a 235 that I want to put in to replace the leaking original 216. I figure while I was at it I would put in a smoother transmission.
So thanks to Carolines Truck and the spotting network there is a 1954 dually rear end locally, and it's cheap.
It is however a vacuum shift dual speed rear end.
Does anyone run with this rear end? Does anyone know the gearing ratios? Would you recommend the conversion or will it be too complicated?
In general my goal is to keep the original 20" 10 lug wheels, have a more reliable engine, and get a nicer shifting transmission.
Greg
