If for some reason the old one is bad I'd upgrade to the newer, it's not that much trouble or money.

I also agree that learning to drive what you have is a superb idea, and it really isn't all that bad either.

But I might not be one to take advice from... I removed the synchronized transmission in my truck and swapped for a completely non synchronized one...

Grigg

•1951 GMC 250 in the Project Journals
•1948 Chevrolet 6400 - Detroit Diesel 4-53T - Roadranger 10 speed overdrive - 4 wheel disc brakes
•1952 Chevrolet 3800 pickup
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