If it did that would mean it was a pre-48 4-speed... The small rod is pulled up to allow it to go in reverse.

If that is a 3-speed it has been swapped.

I think...

Can you find any stamped numbers on the trans? That would be useful in ID'ing it.

http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/chevyresto/4858.htm


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