looks like it's a 1954 3100, mugs
Hybrids can be either world class or non world class. I almost believe that most are NON world class trannys.
the rear end drive ratio is the key factor and jack has not mentioned what he's doing for the final drive ratio. will he tow, will it be for show... heaven forbid, will it be a driver, a work truck or just pleasure???
all meant for the rear end question? it's all a true package deal. go faster on the freeways means you gotta stop also.
it's drivability.
i gotta say this, if he goes the route of a newly rebuilt tranny rather than a junk yard find (w/ very low miles ...... ha ha ha ... some are lucky w/ great finds) he'll never have to mess w/ that box again. ok maybe almost never...
good parts hunting and driving