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| | | | Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 543 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 543 | I recently wrote to Patricks to see if they had the Ring&Pinion install kit in stock. They do, but need to know what torque tube bushing I need. I have no clue. This is my 49 half ton with OEM 4 speed trans.
Anyone know ? | | | | | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 | Maybe it has to do with the earlier bushing (through 1950) having a pin that holds it in place and the later (51-54) bushing just being a press fit. Do you see a side pin at the end of your torque-tube? The replacement "Okie" bushings are different, so the diameters are most likely different? Patrick's is probably being careful about being sure what year torque-tube you have? Jim Carter Chevs of the 40s Classic Parts | | | | | Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 5,337 | As Tim mentioned you need to verify you have the bushing lock pins.
They are in the top side of the torque tube covered by the U' joint bell.
If it is an original 49 torque tube than it will have the lock pins.
The Okie bushing number Patrick's should send you, if it has the lock pins, would be a M102.
See the USA in your vintage Chevrolet! My Blog | | | | | Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 543 Shop Shark | | Shop Shark Joined: Nov 2012 Posts: 543 | Ok...thanks guys. I'll get that verified this week. | | |
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