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05-09-2015, 10:54 AM | #1 |
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New mitchell overdrive
The new overdrive came in thought I would share some photos
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05-09-2015, 11:11 AM | #2 |
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Save the boxes. In case you want to return it. (just kidding!!!!)
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05-09-2015, 04:37 PM | #3 |
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If you can manage it, an installation journal would be of interest. After being pumped full of sunshine for decades by marketers, I just want the unvarnished truth. (that's what I like about talking to little kids, no bs.) Certainly a lot of people here would like to know how it really installs and works. If you can't, maybe just a critique of how it performs please?
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05-09-2015, 06:17 PM | #5 |
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I agree with the other guys, gives details of install even though its a lot of work for you but it will be appreciated. These old cars need just one more gear.
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05-09-2015, 08:09 PM | #6 |
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Second best feeling you will ever experience. If someone is serious, maybe I could copy the 4 pages of instructions and PM them to you. Last edited by oldford2; 05-09-2015 at 08:19 PM. |
05-10-2015, 07:34 PM | #7 |
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I want I want!
how big would you say the packing boxes are, is it just two?
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05-10-2015, 10:43 PM | #9 |
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Using the plywood rims on the wood tracks to pull that rear end out is a clever idea. Good one!!!! |
05-11-2015, 05:01 AM | #10 |
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Very easy to install and works great.Had mine in for 5yrs or so.Best thing I done
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05-11-2015, 05:31 AM | #11 |
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05-11-2015, 06:09 AM | #12 |
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John } If you could repost I am sure a lot here would have a better under standing about the install.
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05-11-2015, 07:42 AM | #13 |
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In my mind, the Mitchell is the best alternative available for an overdrive conversion in these old cars....
● The Columbia is nice, but difficult to find a good one that's complete, and too expensive if you do find one..... ● The T5, or other overdrive transmissions available, requires too many modifications on an original vehicle... I have always hoped that someone would develop a true drop in conversion where you remove your existing 3 speed and drop in a OD transmission in its place and everything bolts back up, requiring no modifications on an original vehicle.
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05-11-2015, 08:42 AM | #14 |
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I love the Mitchell in the 36 pickup but still worried that floor modification might be needed in a coupe,sedan or roadster to clear the aluminum gear box. Can someone tell me they have done this successfully?
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05-11-2015, 08:53 AM | #15 |
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"I have always hoped that someone would develop a true drop in conversion where you remove your existing 3 speed and drop in a OD transmission in its place and everything bolts back up, requiring no modifications on an original vehicle."
Now that would be one high dollar transmission!! |
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John, doubt that will happen but would be interesting to have MacVP chime in on the feasibility (forgetting the tooling costs for the moment) of developing such a transmission. John |
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05-11-2015, 11:16 AM | #17 |
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I can't believe a transmission comes in a rectangular case like that. Looks like a stereo amplifier!
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05-11-2015, 05:18 PM | #18 |
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John ,that may not be too far fetched.
Mitchel make a sincere trans for the modelA that fits inside the old case,only 3 speed though. Lawrie |
05-11-2015, 05:38 PM | #19 |
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I think you right on ,on the floor mod on 35,36 let us know please.If you have 410 rear what will it do for you?I would love to put 354 in my 35 tudor someday,but there hard to fine in good shape.
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05-11-2015, 06:24 PM | #20 |
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My friend with a '34 Tudor had to make a cut in the floor less than +/- 2 inches forward to accommodate the length of the gear box and it's width.
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05-11-2015, 10:23 PM | #22 |
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Phew .. guess it would be the weight that will be the real killer for transport to Australia..
I was hoping next trip to Cali I could just tuck it under my arm and walk on the plane with it
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05-12-2015, 04:57 AM | #23 |
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I didn't have to cut any on my floor on my 40 but did reverse the cable hook up upside down because when someone was in back seat it would hit but I have Posie reverse eye spring on both ends.That just means I have to push in for OD not pull out cable.
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05-13-2015, 11:38 AM | #27 |
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I have one in my 33 3-w coupe. One problem on 33 very close to floor in rear.
when I first had the overdrive . I did not like the shift (manual) I made up a electric ( using good size electric door openers) works OK but if I were to do again I would use electric motors to shift. |
05-14-2015, 04:57 AM | #28 |
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Has to be a strong motor to pull lever back and forth.Any pics
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