Andy, the 230 and 4-speed would make a nice powertrain for your truck. The
mounting for this powertrain though, is entirely different than the '48
used. originally there was a
single front mount under the timing cover, the 230 uses side mounts. At the
rear the '48 used bellhousing mounts on each side - the new
trans/bellhousing only has a crossmember support under the tranny. So you
will have to do some adapting, but no cutting of floor, firewall or other
sheetmetal should be needed.
You mention entire drivetrain so from the tran back you should go open
drive, a 55-59 rear is the same width, (3.90) gears will work with minimum
expense, more work if you can find a Chevelle or other open car rear with a
better cruisin' gear.
Jack / Wnter Park FL
For an easy installation, a 235
-----Original Message-----
From: andy rose <hqtrosea@wir.net>
To: oletrucks@autox.team.net <oletrucks@autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, April 07, 1999 11:04 PM
Subject: [oletrucks] Choice of engine and drivetrain for '48
>Just bought a 1948 Chevy pickup. It is like the 3100 series except the
hood
>ornaments say "Thriftmaster" below Chevrolet. I know it had some extras
>like corner windows, spotlight and turn signals mounted on the hood. It
did
>not come with and engine and I am looking for an EASY retrofit of engine,
>drivetrain, rear end. My intentions are to use it as a highway cruiser,
>rather than restore original.
>
>I have a great deal on a 230 ci straight six engine complete with all
>accessories and even a 4 -speed xmission. Will this be a good choice for
an
>install? I really want to avoid cutting into the firewall, floorboard, and
>hassles with linkages for the pedals. Would I do better to look around for
>something else?
>
>Any commments appreciated.
>
>Andy>
>
>oletrucks is devoted to Chevy and GM trucks built between 1941 and 1959
>
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