I am tired of the iron case glide.

The 2004R has both BOP and Chevy bolt patterns and is the same length as a TH350. I am not sure if it's the same length as my glide.

Anyone done this swap? How will I get the factory column shifter to work with it?

This might be the cure for that issue.
http://www.shiftworks.com/kugel.htm

The motor is stock so no need for a strengthened tranny, just a stock rebuild will do. I do not want a 700R4. Takes more power to turn the pump in that trans.

Has the factory 3.55 gears in the rear and 225/75/15 tires. Should be fine with the .68 overdrive. Might swap to 3.70's if she lugs too much at freeway speeds.

Anyone have an opinion?