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Bobzilla75 · 10-13-2017, 10:55 AM

So the TKO showed up. I hit a wierd spot where I have no other running vehicle so.... to install this on my stock bellhousing I need the adapter ring to adapt to the larger truck opening, and a 26spline clutch and hte front half of the driveshaft shortened appropriately.

other than changing holes in the tunnel what am I missing? 78 C10 2wd stepside with the SM465.

Tiger Joe · 10-13-2017, 02:03 PM

you may need to modify your trans crossmember, or move it rearward too.

also need a longer speedo cable.

HunterRotten · 10-13-2017, 03:34 PM

I've had mine in the box since Spring 2016 but we have test fitted and have done a few things. We are going to modify my cross member but other than that I think we have everything figured out. We have it mated up to the original bellhousing off my 3 speed saginaw, and we do have the ring that goes around the opening.

First of all, we ditched the speedo cable. This wasn't intentional but just how it turned out, and ordered one of these.
https://www.amazon.com/BILLET-ALUMIN.../dp/B013ZTGU2E

We had previously installed a HM290 transmission and had all kinds of slave cylinder issues so we got parts from a site called novak, and we are going to run their external slave cylinder to make it easier to get to. I think this is also where we got that ring you were talking about. Pretty cool stuff there, it's to put chevy stuff on Jeeps.

With the HM290 we needed a hydraulic clutch so I had already converted my truck to it with mid 80's pedal assembly and an plate with a reservoir off of the brake booster.

The stock shifting location was really far back, it's probably fine where it is but it put it touching the bench seat when in 2nd and 4th gear, so we got a mid-shift kit from ddperformance. I think we talked to someone named Don, he emailed us instructions as well and was a great help.
http://www.ddperformance.com/tc15m-500-600-midshiftkit/

The only problem with the mid-shift location is that now instead of being on the seat it wants to smack the dash, but that's only because of my shift arm.. which I have yet to find one that is long enough and the right shape. I could use some help there.

Tiger Joe · 10-13-2017, 05:54 PM

Hunter- I just installed an NV4500 in a 79 with a short throw shifter. Shifter location is very close to yours. I run a hurst 3910122 handle. Nowhere near seat and close but does not hit dash

jjzepplin · 10-13-2017, 06:04 PM

Looks like that shifter could be straight and a bit shorter as well.

HunterRotten · 10-13-2017, 09:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tiger Joe

Hunter- I just installed an NV4500 in a 79 with a short throw shifter. Shifter location is very close to yours. I run a hurst 3910122 handle. Nowhere near seat and close but does not hit dash

The square cutout above the TKO 500 shifter is from the HM290, which is basically a NV3500. I'm not sure but that might be about the same location as your NV4500 and a good point of reference.

Thanks for the part number.

Bobzilla75 · 10-17-2017, 11:17 AM

SM is out, TKO is test fitted. Driveshaft is getting shortened and hte crossmember needs 4 holes drilled. Clutch and adapter will be here this week.

Can I use the speedo sensor on the TKO to drive my Dakota digital VHX gauges? I've sent them a note asking bt wasn't sire is someone here knew.

10-13-2017, 10:55 AM	#1
Bobzilla75 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Lebanon Posts: 30	I swear I searched... tko-600 content So the TKO showed up. I hit a wierd spot where I have no other running vehicle so.... to install this on my stock bellhousing I need the adapter ring to adapt to the larger truck opening, and a 26spline clutch and hte front half of the driveshaft shortened appropriately. other than changing holes in the tunnel what am I missing? 78 C10 2wd stepside with the SM465.

10-13-2017, 02:03 PM	#2
Tiger Joe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: South of Pittsburgh Posts: 425	Re: I swear I searched... tko-600 content you may need to modify your trans crossmember, or move it rearward too. also need a longer speedo cable.

10-13-2017, 03:34 PM	#3
HunterRotten Registered User Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Kentucky Posts: 385	Re: I swear I searched... tko-600 content I've had mine in the box since Spring 2016 but we have test fitted and have done a few things. We are going to modify my cross member but other than that I think we have everything figured out. We have it mated up to the original bellhousing off my 3 speed saginaw, and we do have the ring that goes around the opening. First of all, we ditched the speedo cable. This wasn't intentional but just how it turned out, and ordered one of these. https://www.amazon.com/BILLET-ALUMIN.../dp/B013ZTGU2E We had previously installed a HM290 transmission and had all kinds of slave cylinder issues so we got parts from a site called novak, and we are going to run their external slave cylinder to make it easier to get to. I think this is also where we got that ring you were talking about. Pretty cool stuff there, it's to put chevy stuff on Jeeps. With the HM290 we needed a hydraulic clutch so I had already converted my truck to it with mid 80's pedal assembly and an plate with a reservoir off of the brake booster. The stock shifting location was really far back, it's probably fine where it is but it put it touching the bench seat when in 2nd and 4th gear, so we got a mid-shift kit from ddperformance. I think we talked to someone named Don, he emailed us instructions as well and was a great help. http://www.ddperformance.com/tc15m-500-600-midshiftkit/ The only problem with the mid-shift location is that now instead of being on the seat it wants to smack the dash, but that's only because of my shift arm.. which I have yet to find one that is long enough and the right shape. I could use some help there. __________________ 1978 Hawaiian Blue GMC 454/Tremec TKO 500 BUILD THREAD

10-13-2017, 05:54 PM	#4
Tiger Joe Registered User Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: South of Pittsburgh Posts: 425	Re: I swear I searched... tko-600 content Hunter- I just installed an NV4500 in a 79 with a short throw shifter. Shifter location is very close to yours. I run a hurst 3910122 handle. Nowhere near seat and close but does not hit dash

10-13-2017, 06:04 PM	#5
jjzepplin Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Ruskin Florida Posts: 4,545	Re: I swear I searched... tko-600 content Looks like that shifter could be straight and a bit shorter as well. __________________ 70 swb 4x4 406sbc 700r4 203/205 d60/14blt locker yadda yadda http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...88#post6935688 Yeller 72 Blazer 2wd conversion project "No Daggum Money" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=550804 LS1-T56 3.73 LSD super budget build Blanco-2014 Sierra SWB https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=810350

10-17-2017, 11:17 AM	#7
Bobzilla75 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2017 Location: Lebanon Posts: 30	Re: I swear I searched... tko-600 content SM is out, TKO is test fitted. Driveshaft is getting shortened and hte crossmember needs 4 holes drilled. Clutch and adapter will be here this week. Can I use the speedo sensor on the TKO to drive my Dakota digital VHX gauges? I've sent them a note asking bt wasn't sire is someone here knew.



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