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: Transmission swap


shadycove
03-14-2007, 10:27 PM
First time forum user..........................
I currently have a 1967 El Camino with a 327 and a three speed (column) manual trans.
I'm planning on putting in a 350 turbo.
Has anyone done this?
Any suggestions or installation tips?
What type of shifter works well?
Can the old clutch/brake pedal be replaced with a one pedal unit.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Jive 65
03-15-2007, 02:59 AM
Yes it has been done. You may have to move or modify the trans mount crossmember. The pedal assembly should cahnge with no problems. There are a number of aftermarket floor shifters available that are cable operated, fairly easy to install.
If you do this I would be interested in the old pedals and clutch linkage. Let me know.