Originally Posted by Lonnie Gallaher
. . . Second,all 1/2 through 1 ton trucks, (light trucks), had an open drive shaft. Therefore would have a seal for a drive shaft slip joint. . .
I am not sure about "hydros", but:
1953 GMC Hydra-Matics had enclosed drive-shafts.
1954 GMC/Chevrolet 1/2 ton truck Hydra-Matics had enclosed drive-shafts.


Tim
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1954 3106 Carryall Suburban
1954 3104 5-window pickup w/Hydra-Matic
The 216 and early 235 engines are not "splash oilers" -- this is a splash oiler.