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Smitty · 07-04-2021, 10:13 AM

Hi All,

Looking to get an idea of what to expect in driving a 50 Ford with overdrive. I have been reading up on how it works. The "free wheeling" part concerns me a bit. Does not seem like a good idea to be without a sound link between the engine and rear end. I have a Mitchell Overdrive in my Model A and I love it but this Borg Warner in a Shoebox seems to be a different animal...
Is it safe or should I shy away from this type of transmission?

https://fordification.com/tech/overdrive.htm

Steve

07-04-2021, 10:13 AM	#1
Smitty Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Boston North Shore Posts: 752	Shoebox Driving with Overdrive Hi All, Looking to get an idea of what to expect in driving a 50 Ford with overdrive. I have been reading up on how it works. The "free wheeling" part concerns me a bit. Does not seem like a good idea to be without a sound link between the engine and rear end. I have a Mitchell Overdrive in my Model A and I love it but this Borg Warner in a Shoebox seems to be a different animal... Is it safe or should I shy away from this type of transmission? https://fordification.com/tech/overdrive.htm Steve