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42 Flattman · 05-29-2025, 08:06 AM

I have a question.....newly acquired '55 Customline w/272 - 3 spd w/ overdrive.....the wires on the overdrive unit have been cut (for whatever reason)....the T handle on the dash was pushed in and I assume it was in overdrive because it would freewheel......I pulled the handle out and I assume it is out of OD now since it does not freewheel now.....so is it ok to use it either way....as long as I only change it when completely stopped ?
(I plan to address the issue with the cut wires but that will probably be a few weeks or months down the road).....I guess I need some clarification on what the electrical part of the unit does and if just changing it in and out mechanically is a problem. Any input/education will be appreciated.
Thanks

05-29-2025, 08:06 AM	#1
42 Flattman Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2024 Posts: 3	'55 272 w/ Overdrive I have a question.....newly acquired '55 Customline w/272 - 3 spd w/ overdrive.....the wires on the overdrive unit have been cut (for whatever reason)....the T handle on the dash was pushed in and I assume it was in overdrive because it would freewheel......I pulled the handle out and I assume it is out of OD now since it does not freewheel now.....so is it ok to use it either way....as long as I only change it when completely stopped ? (I plan to address the issue with the cut wires but that will probably be a few weeks or months down the road).....I guess I need some clarification on what the electrical part of the unit does and if just changing it in and out mechanically is a problem. Any input/education will be appreciated. Thanks