Yes it can fit and I have the how to listed in Tech tips. I ran a passenger rear torque tube for years under my 46 half ton.
Also the gear ratio shoule could be 3:55 if the car had automatic and the stick shifts were around 3:70 in 53.

Having said that, I like open drive much better, allows to swap to a modern type trans, lots of ratios etc.

Last edited by JiMerit; 04/25/2009 3:34 PM.

It's easier to get forgiveness than permission!
1946 1/2-Ton Chevy
1953 Chevy 3/4-ton Factory Stakebed