manual transmission to automatic conversion

[aztim1968]

I was wondering if there were any threads or pictures on the conversion of a three speed manual to an automatic transmission. I need all the help I could get. Thx

[dan42]

Lots - Do a lookup on the top right. I'm gonna move this thread so you get a little more traffic -

[aztim1968]

Thanks, new to the site.

[70STOVEBOLT]

It's fairly simple. You will need an automatic trans cross member, auto linkage, auto column, flexplate, and possibly a starter. The hardest part for me was removing all the rivets that attach the manual trans cross member to the frame. I used an air chisel, but it was very noisy, even with ear protection. If you can find a truck with the auto setup in it, take all the pieces and it will be an easy swap. I have an inline six and I had to experiment with starters until I found the right one. I finally ended up using a starter for a 1970 350 engine. The only other problem I ran into was the linkage rod that runs from the frame bracket to the steering column was not long enough, but my setup came out of a truck with a V8. Good luck and welcome to the board.

[JORGIE95961]

Originally Posted by aztim1968

I was wondering if there were any threads or pictures on the conversion of a three speed manual to an automatic transmission. I need all the help I could get. Thx

i just finishe ddoing this:

tranny
torque converter
flywheel, dont forget to take out the piloy bearing
tranny cooler or radiator that has option
cooler lines
vacuum lines.
auto tranny crosmember
detent cable and bracket
yoke for your new tranny,
shortened driveshaft
shift linkageand coulumn, or some sort of kit
back up light wiring

[aztim1968]

Thanks everybody I am in the process of finding everything I need to complete the conversion. I will post pics as I proceed. If anybody knows where I can also get a power steering pump and gearbox in Phx please let me know, Thanks again everybody.