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Old Apr 19, 2011 | 08:57 AM
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Default 1974 frame difference Auto/Manual trans?

Can someone here explaian the difference between trans crosmembers in these frames? Can one be swapped for the other? Whats involved? Does anyone any pics? Thank you Mike.
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Can someone here explaian the difference between trans crosmembers in these frames? Can one be swapped for the other? Whats involved? Does anyone any pics? Thank you Mike.
The 4 speed is welded in, the auto is bolted. Sure, you can do anything if you have the parts. Just a matter of welding it in.
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Old Apr 19, 2011 | 10:28 AM
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Originally Posted by wombvette
...The 4 speed is welded in, the auto is bolted...
Rear trans mounts might also be different between the two.

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