Ok, So I looked in the catalog.
DRIVE SHAFT ASS'Y., 31.125", std., O/D tubed type axle, RD/GT from
(c)138401on
DRIVE SHAFT ASS'Y., 32" O/D tubed type axle, RD/GT to (c)138400
So there are two different shafts. So my guess is that if the
new OD came out of a car from (c)138401 on you'll be ok. Otherwise,
you'll need a new one.
Paul.
Paul Root wrote:
> I haven't done a swap, so I can't respond to the drive shaft length.
> I've read conflicting reports. It may depend on which OD transmission
> you got. There is a difference between 68-76 or so and the 77-80s,
> apparently. Perhaps, you should check a catalog. Did you win the one
> on ebay?
>
> As to the clutch. I'd replace it and have the flywheel turned. How many
> times do you want to pull the engine? The clutch parts all told are
> under $150.
>
> As to your other posting. You hit the list on a bad day. Normally, we're
> pretty good at staying on topic.
>
> Welcome back!
>
> Paul.
>
> Ray Wygonik wrote:
>
>> I just purchased an overdrive transmission for my chrome bumber '74 MGB.
>> Will probably not install until my son returns the car from Penn State
>> when
>> the snow starts to fly in earnest.
>>
>> Any advice on anything out of the ordinary I might expect? Will I need a
>> shorter drive shaft?
>>
>> My clutch has not shown any evidence of wear but once I have the
>> engine and
>> transmission out is it worth it to go ahead and replace? How would I
>> recognize normal wear from, you-should-change-this-now wear?
>>
>> I have been away from the list for several years. Originally I did a
>> complete down to the shell rebuild on the car so I do feel comfortable
>> tackling the project.
>
>
>
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