Transmission question

[pmhelena]

I bought a 1983 K5 that was converted to a 2 wheel drive. It still has the front hubs and differential, but no transfer case or four wheel drive transmission. It has a 350 motor in it. What kind of transmission and transfer case would be best to put in it.

 

[AR_K5]

Best is subject to interpretation, i believe it originally came with a 700r4 and an NP208.

 

[AR_K5]

Look here for the original specs.

http://coloradok5.com/specs.shtml

 

[Carcinogen]

As said, a lot is personal preference. Do you want an auto or manual transmission? As for TC, people around here like to run the 205 because its a little stronger and the SYE kits for 208's are limited but 208's have slightly better gearing.

 

[pmhelena]

I'm not very much on the mechanic side. All I know, it has a 350 in it that is not original. I do want auto and overdrive, and a transfer case with it.

 

[Zane M]

The easiest route will be the 700R4 and the 208 tcase, as they were the factory original option. You will also need drivelines.

 

[AR_K5]

I'd have the front diff checked to make sure it is still in good working order first.