Friday, December 9, 2011

Besides the auto transmission, what do I need to completely convert from a manual transmission?

I have a 1969 Nova and I am going to be putting in a TH-400 automatic transmission. And then I am going to put a 383 roller stroker in it, but right now it has a 355. So what other components do I need for the transmission swap?|||Don't forget the automatic shifter console or stuff to go on column either! At least if you want to know what gears you are in,- indexing right on shifter, -- also a neutral switch installed would be nice too, so you don't accidentally start in gear! Possibly there is a "plug in wiring loom" for that too! You would have to look at wiring and see!





Most people would prefer a 4 speed (or 5 speed) standard! Since it would be faster than automatic, -- because of slippage of torque converter, -- a "lockup converter" will help some here though, however it will be more rough shifting on rapid acceleration!|||You'll need a flex plate, bell housing, rear transmission mount, shifter inspection cover, possibly a cross member and driveshaft (some are different form auto to manual) and depending on how you're going to use it you might want to change the rear gears also.

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