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Old Feb 14, 2019 | 08:47 PM
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3 on the tree

I think I might like to move my 3 on the tree to a floor shift in my 61 F100. Anybody ever made this switch? What shifter will fit?
 
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Old Feb 15, 2019 | 12:19 AM
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I don't see how that is possible, the shifter body would need to mount on the trans not just the floor. Seems easier to just install a top loader.
 
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Old Feb 15, 2019 | 08:19 AM
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This has been done many times on later trucks, and I believe it's just as easy on yours. I used a Hurst Indy shifter made specifically for this purpose on my 66. You would just have to search for a shifter that works with your 61.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2019 | 06:40 AM
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I am looking to convert my 3 on the tree to an automatic trans with the column shift,

any thoughts on this swap?

Thanks
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Old Feb 18, 2019 | 11:34 AM
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Originally Posted by slabhunter
I think I might like to move my 3 on the tree to a floor shift in my 61 F100. Anybody ever made this switch? What shifter will fit?
Mustangs 65-66 had 3 speed manual trannys with floor mounted shifters
 
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Old Feb 18, 2019 | 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Srowe
I am looking to convert my 3 on the tree to an automatic trans with the column shift,

any thoughts on this swap?

Thanks
Scott
That's a lot more involved. You'd need a different column, carb/kickdown connections, trans cooler, swap from flywheel to flexplate/TC, possibly different driveshaft length... Maybe more I'm not thinking of.
 
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Old Feb 18, 2019 | 04:53 PM
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That's a lot more involved. You'd need a different column, carb/kickdown connections, trans cooler, swap from flywheel to flexplate/TC, possibly different driveshaft length... Maybe more I'm not thinking of.
Welding/fabrication skills, some electrical knowledge, definite driveshaft modification, possible custom bellhousing, it's a LOT of work, make sure you have the knowledge before you create a parts truck.

Cosmo
 
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