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Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: 68Cbarge] #2559918
10/06/18 02:40 PM 10/06/18 02:40 PM
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I have to agree a Cummins 12V would be the way to go, you'd have to gear it up though. They're about done at 2000RPM.

Sheldon
Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: Handygun] #2560829
10/08/18 11:41 AM 10/08/18 11:41 AM
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@handygun ...I sent you a PM. I am looking for a hydrobell and (of course) B/RB engine mounts
Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: poorboy] #2561318
10/09/18 09:41 AM 10/09/18 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted By poorboy
I have no doubt that a 727 can be built to do the job, but at what cost?

There is a pretty signigifent different difference between a high power motor abusing a trans for 7-12 seconds, or rock crawling at very slow speeds and a 6 mile 6% uphill grade pulling 20,000 lbs.
Ask Rhinodart how those 727s and their derivatives hold up dragging heavy loads across the country. Gene


I know a 48RE is a 727 derivative but throwing all the electronic garbage and weak overdrive is what killed mine! Don't forget I lunched 5 NV4500's and 2 G56 Mercedes transmissions too! I am still contemplating what to put in my D700 as it has a 361 big block and I believe a 435 now. shruggy

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Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: Rhinodart] #2563547
10/13/18 07:29 PM 10/13/18 07:29 PM
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I like that vintage Dodge truck... both the 400 and 700 are nice.

Does the 700 have a 2 speed rear?
Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: Truck Y'all !] #2564225
10/15/18 01:10 AM 10/15/18 01:10 AM
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Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: ahy] #2564303
10/15/18 09:48 AM 10/15/18 09:48 AM
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Originally Posted By ahy
I like that vintage Dodge truck... both the 400 and 700 are nice.

Does the 700 have a 2 speed rear?


I believe it is a 5-speed, I haven't had it on the road yet and it doesn't have the extra switch for the 2-speed rear... shruggy

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Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: Truck Y'all !] #2569669
10/26/18 09:52 AM 10/26/18 09:52 AM
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An NV4500 with hydraulic clutch would be interesting, too. I see where the Lakewood bell can be used behind B/RB but I can't seem to figure out if a certain McLeod hydraulic throw out bearing can be used to make it all work together
Re: D400 - Should I convert from Manual to Auto? [Re: Truck Y'all !] #2574336
11/05/18 11:38 AM 11/05/18 11:38 AM
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OK, so...final note on this topic from me: cutting out the bellhousing crossmember and somehow trying to fashion a replacement which leaves room for the Lakewood bell OR a 727 is not on my list of things to do.

I'm gonna keep searching for the one-year-only bellhousing which permits me to run a six-bolt flywheel with the hydraulic clutch bellhousing. I know Bud Thorp has some...

Thanks for the thoughts and suggestions. I love Moparts.
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