Hey Bolters,
I tried searching for this already and I've yet to find a similar topic.
I've been slowly gathering parts to get the drive-train updated on my '53 pickup. I recently got a 1/2 ton rear end off of a '64 Chevy 1/2 ton, so I can change to an open drive shaft which I'm pretty excited about, but now I'm trying to begin research on different transmissions and which would be best for my purposes.
I am going to put a SBC 350 in the truck with about 350 hp and similar torque, I'm keeping the 3.73 gearing in the rear and I know I want a reliable manual transmission, but that's it. Concerning transmissions, I know Muncies and Tremecs are good, but they are expensive.
Any advice on where to start researching transmissions and what I should consider would be great. Also any advice on good manual transmissions that are affordable and common would be appreciated as well.
Sincerely,
SEMPERFInk
