66 TH400 transmission question
 

Is this normal?

I have a TH400 behind a 327 in my '66 C20. When I shift from park to drive (or reverse) the whole vehicle lurches and there's a thump like I've been rear-ended.

If not normal, where should I start investigating?
I was under the truck recently (fuel leak) and the drive shaft had no slop in it.

Also, the last time I drove the truck I stayed below 45mph but I remember feeling like it wasn't shifting. I don't have a tach but the engine seemed to be revved high. At what speed (roughly) should I expect to feel a gear change?

Thanks

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

check the fluid level truck must be running

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

Possible a u-joint failed since you were last under the truck. Chock the tires on level ground, trans in neutral and check for slop again.

Check the springs and associated bushings, perches and such for correct and tight.

Is it possible the indicator is off and you were really in L2?

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

the PR spring scenario again...be careful....may break the pump gears in the transmission.....:smoke:

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

check the vacuum hose going to the modulator valve a vacuum leak will cause high idle and delayed shift

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

Is your idle speed too high?

Re: 66 TH400 transmission question
 

any updates?