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06-11-2008, 10:05 AM
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dodge truck overdrive ?
hi,i have a '61 dodge p-300. a 1 ton stepvan.it has the original 4spd trans.i would like to have a later model overdrive manual trans for it.one that i can use the existing bellhousing with.i know i may have to change the clutch disc and modify the driveshaft.i just need to know which tranny to use.any suggestions? thanks,pat
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06-11-2008, 01:21 PM
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WOW ... you have got to do alot of comparing. Input shaft lengths, spline diffs, pilot bushing ID's ....etc.
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06-11-2008, 06:00 PM
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Ph.D in wheelinology
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what do you have for a motor?
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06-12-2008, 02:56 PM
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hi,the p-300 has a 318 w/4bbl, and torque cam.this has carried me to alaska and back as well as all over the lower 48.it has 4.10 gears [spicer 70].and i'd like better gas mileage..pat
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06-12-2008, 04:25 PM
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Ph.D in wheelinology
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like Doc said, you'll have to do some measuring. I'm sure that Advance adaptors has something that you will help you adapt an OD manual to your LA 318.
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06-12-2008, 11:35 PM
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MasterDebater
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06-18-2008, 10:54 AM
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hi.i put 17.5" rims and tires on it 18 yrs ago.and i'm using a holley econo master carb..an overdrive trans is what i need.thank you..
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06-18-2008, 07:42 PM
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Ph.D in wheelinology
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what about installing an auto like an A518 (I think thats the one with OD).
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