Thanks Lars! That was fast
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| Author: | bmimken [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Will a van 4speed swap easy to a late A body? |
I have found a 82 van with a slant and 4 speed for sale nearby. I was wondering if I could easily swap the tranny (and maybe engine) into my 74 Dart. Does the van have the short tailshaft or the longer tailshaft 4 speed? |
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| Author: | Lars [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:14 pm ] |
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It'll have the longer tailshaft if it's the stock tranny. Should fit with the proper modifications. |
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| Author: | bmimken [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:28 pm ] |
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Thanks Lars! That was fast
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| Author: | Lars [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:47 pm ] |
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LOL, I didn't even notice the timing, Big Block Dart has a tech write up on how to use the longer tailshaft trannys in A bodies. |
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| Author: | bmimken [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:55 pm ] |
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Yeah, I've been reading in the articles section about the swap, sounds doable with some work. Now, just got to convince my wife the van will be a perfect addition to the yard. 
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| Author: | CStryker [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 5:57 pm ] |
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Quote: Now, just got to convince my wife the van will be a perfect addition to the yard.
Maybe you could pitch it to her as a (semi-)portable storage unit?
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| Author: | bmimken [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 6:01 pm ] |
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I think you're on to something... wait, I'll call it the new shed! 
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| Author: | Reed [ Thu Apr 06, 2006 7:03 pm ] |
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If you do part it out you should post the shifter and pedal linkage over on www.vannin.com. Dodge van guys are always looking for four-speed swap parts. |
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| Author: | Dart270 [ Fri Apr 07, 2006 10:28 am ] |
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Brian, Good to see you around. If you buy it, I would be interested in buying the whole motor (if still an 82) from you. Might offset some costs. I might have some stuff to trade too... Lou |
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| Author: | bmimken [ Fri Apr 07, 2006 2:17 pm ] |
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Lou, I have come out of hibernation! Your offer is kind and appreciated! I have not had a chance to check it out in person yet. I am stuck at work for the rest of the weekend through midday Tuesday. I am trying to get up with the owner and arrange a look and see session. I should know more next week.  I might even need to bounce some questions off of you. Reed, thanks for the tip on parting it out on vannin website. Much appreciated as well. Brian |
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| Author: | bmimken [ Fri Apr 07, 2006 5:24 pm ] |
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 I'm too late on the van. The guy has already sold it. Still, I appreciated the helpful info and next time I won't hesitate! Brian |
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