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I found a 1959 Chevy Apache 3100 in a barn about a year ago. It took about three months to get it prepared to move out of the barn on its own power.
After placing a new gas tank, brakes,carb etc, it has become time to replace the 3 speed tranny with a T5.
1959 Chevy Apache Shortbed 283 ci V8, 5 spd Borg Warner T5.
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Wayne1938 1-Ton Farm TruckStovebolt Gallery Forums1989 Silverado 1996 Mustang GT convertible When I die, I hope she doesn't sell everything for what I told her I paid for it! | | | | | Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 Moderator | | Moderator Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 4,215 | Welcome to the site. Does it have a 6 or a V8? Tell us more about it or maybe post some pics.
Leo | | | | | Joined: Feb 2012 Posts: 506 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Feb 2012 Posts: 506 | Welcome to the Bolt. Sounds like you have a great truck there. Post any questions you have about the T5 swap in the driveline forum. Keep an eye out for Lugnutz. He is our resident T5 expert. He runs a tech page with everything you'll need to know.
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1959 Chevy Apache Shortbed 283 ci V8, 5 spd Borg Warner T5.
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