3 on the tree to sm465 conversion questions

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Jamesz

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James
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1977
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c10
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Hey guys! I just bought my first c10 recently with no engine or transmission. I would like to put in a 350 with the sm465 but I don't know what parts I need to figure out fitment of the 4 speed on a 3 speed crossmember. I already have the transmission, clutch, flywheel, bellhousing, shifter handle, manual steering column, and a two-piece driveshaft that might fit it. The truck used to have the 250 inline 4 with a 3 on the tree so it has the pedal and some of the linkage. Has anyone done the swap and if so do y'all have any insights on what I should do to prepare for it?
 

Strick

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I believe that most of your manual stuff/linkage/hardware will work. I'd upgrade to a "12 clutch & also do a column swap to complete the changeover.

HS
 

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