In 61 the tag would of show the #1 in the trans colunm. of the data plate. In 61 they only came with standard trannys. The auto came later. Not sure what year. I think it could of been 63.
I have shop manuals ona 61 ,65,66 Econolines here. I hope to get the other years eventually.
I have 3 trucks and 2 van body's here of my own. I also have 3 more van bodys for a friend who also has two more at home. (one being an old military ambulance) He is restoring both on his limited budget. As I have a limited budget. My wife keeps me in. Oh Hi honey, Nothing just talking to my friends. LOL LOL. Just kidding here.