Originally Posted By: Beater of the Pack
It is good to use the original bell housing. Will you use the floor starter? That alone is a theft deterrent now days. laugh


I completely agree, many people wouldn't know how to start the truck with a pedal. wink

Originally Posted By: Beater of the Pack
Good deal finding someone to make the adapter, the more direct bolt up the better! I'm sure there is a clutch plate out there if you can find it.


Clutch disc will be made for me by a shop in Tx, which Dave recommends. Dave is at Vintage Metalworks and is the guy who will make the adapter.


Originally Posted By: Beater of the Pack
I think that OD ratio with your rear end gearing will be good. No matter what you will be better off then you were.


I agree, can't really make it worse. whistle

This is the tail shaft when sending it up to Washington, I tried to use some brake cleaner to no avail:



And here's what it looks like coming out of Dan's parts cleaner. Not sure if he'll paint it or not.


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Keroppi - 1946 Chevy 1/2 Ton Pickup