Upgrade to 47RE from 3-speed automatic

[Wwalden]

I've found a 47RE overdrive transmission, and I would like to finally upgrade the 3-speed automatic I have now.



Will someone who has done this swap, and/or is familiar with the differences associated with the 47RE please give me some advice on this. I know I'll have to shorten the driveshaft a bit most likely, and probably have to get a new starter. .



What about the torque converter and flexplate? Linkage problems?



I think I can get it for less than $1000 and from what I've been told this isn't a bad deal at all for a low milage unit.



I really need this OD!!



Thanks...



Wes



'90 D250, 190k miles and going strong

 

[bvanetten]

I put a 47rh in mine and I use toggle switchs for OD and lockup. Putting it in won't be your problem. How are you going to control it. Do you know someone who can build you a custom computer controller?



Bruce