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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 06:10 PM
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Question The 3 speed trans

I want to upgrade my 69 F100 to a 4 speed Trany what is the best one to go with I don't have a clue
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 07:06 PM
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The 3 speed trans

If it is 2wd, and you don't need a granny low, I would put in a Ford toploader or a Warner T-10. If you have the bucks, there are more costly options.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:11 PM
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The 3 speed trans

I believe these trucks came with a NP-435 as the standard 4 speed. If nothing else availability would be better for the NP-435 therefore keeping your cost down.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:12 PM
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The 3 speed trans

Originally posted by Mike W
If it is 2wd, and you don't need a granny low, I would put in a Ford toploader or a Warner T-10. If you have the bucks, there are more costly options.

I plan on using it in a dual capacity Hotrod since I am restoring it and leaving it at 2WD but i still want to be able to pull a good load when i need it. So I am looking to install a 302 cid will the Warner T-10 mate well to this motor.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:30 PM
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Yes, it will work with the small block bellhousing.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:46 PM
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I believe these trucks came with a NP-435 as the standard 4 speed. If nothing else availability would be better for the NP-435 therefore keeping your cost down.

What is an NP-435????
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:55 PM
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It is the heavy duty truck 4 speed. You normally start out in second because 1st is so low.
 
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Old Jan 26, 2003 | 08:58 PM
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The first gear that Mike is talking about is commonly called a "Granny Gear". You had mentioned that you still want to be able to haul a good size load, well the NP-435 will definately do that.
 
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