The big hole in the bellhousing is too small. and the bolt pattern for the transmission is different. 1948-1954 bellhousings will have the correct transmission pattern, but will not have the mounting holes cast into them for the brake and clutch pedals. Jim Csrter use to sell a modifoed 48-54 bellhousing for putting a more modern transmission in the prewar and deco trucks. This Modified bellhousing will bolt to your engine, chassis, pedals. and transmission.