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I have a 54 belair and am curious whats the pros and cons of a 700R4 behind the 235 with adapter kit. how difficult is this conversion anyone done it? any help is appreciated
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pro's include: lower rpm on highway
lower first gear for acceleration
more gears for acceleration
easy to get parts for anywhere
con's tranny cost 500-700 for good one custom driveshaft
tv cable to trottle
lockup control for longevity
i've done before but never to a 53 chevy. only in mid 60's cars. others can help you there. tom
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A 200 4R has a shorter case. Not sure about your driveshaft. In either case you'll have to fab
brackets at the back of the block where the old mounts went plus use a trans crossmember. There is other past info in this forum.Try a search.
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Here's more.There is a thread on this in the 55-57 Modified forum at www.chevytalk.com. There is some info on a '54 conversion.
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