Thread: My first build. 1955 Chevy Panel Truck Bagged

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So, to put it VERY nicely... I totally botched the old transmission install. I had no idea what I was doing and probably ruined what was a perfectly good transmission. Anyway, I bought a new one. I'm changing out to a TH350 and I just had a friend replace the front and rear seals and also the filter, so it's good to go. I pulled out the old one last night and I'm getting the new one back this weekend.




Oh, and I didn't have a transmission jack... so I made my own...





Anyways, here's how it's sitting right now, waiting for the new transmission:





Hoping to get the TH350 in soon. I want to take this to the Lonestar Round Up in Austin (by trailer of course), so wish me luck!



Here's a quick video I made last night for anyone interested:

I've been watching this thread from a far as it's a whole lot different than anything I've ever done and to be honest, a bit intimidating as there's a lot of work going on here!

I must complement you on your creativity, initiative and the enthusiasm with which you have embraced this project. You started with a somewhat "non-traditional" vehicle and have taken a fantastic approach in terms of wanting to learn and being completely transparent in the manner in which you've progressed. We all make mistakes in our builds (I know I've made more than my share) but you have really stuck with this project and I'm thinking you'll have this beast on the road and looking real good before too long!

Your willingness to tackle all aspects of the build and try different things is commendable - it's what makes hot rodding a fun past time! I'm looking forward to continuing to watch your progress and see the finished product!

Regards,
Glenn

Originally Posted by glennsexton

I've been watching this thread from a far as it's a whole lot different than anything I've ever done and to be honest, a bit intimidating as there's a lot of work going on here!

I must complement you on your creativity, initiative and the enthusiasm with which you have embraced this project. You started with a somewhat "non-traditional" vehicle and have taken a fantastic approach in terms of wanting to learn and being completely transparent in the manner in which you've progressed. We all make mistakes in our builds (I know I've made more than my share) but you have really stuck with this project and I'm thinking you'll have this beast on the road and looking real good before too long!

Your willingness to tackle all aspects of the build and try different things is commendable - it's what makes hot rodding a fun past time! I'm looking forward to continuing to watch your progress and see the finished product!

Regards,
Glenn

Thanks for your kind words, it really means a lot to me. I don't see any reason to hide my mistakes, I have no reputation to live up to; I may as well fess up and learn what I can from them.

Thanks again.