Hey folks, I am looking to use an AX15 5 speed instead of a T5. It's stronger, but otherwise similar. Novak makes an adapter to mate this trans to a SBC. However, I have a 49 Fleetline (216) and will be swapping in a 56 235 out of a truck. I have the complete 1956 235 with bell and all (including foot starter).
Can anybody give me some idea- if this trans will bolt to a V8 with the Novak adapter, can I use it behind the 235 with either the 56 or 49 bell and the same adapter?? Novak provides instructions for modifying shaft length for the v8 - don't know if the 235 would be close to the same. Also not sure about the differences between the bearing in the 235/216 bell versus a V8 bell??
Any help would be greatly appreciated. I already have the AX15, and although it would require a $300 adapter - it would still be cheaper than buying a T5 and going that route. Plus, the AX15 is a stronger trans.
