Recent content by Ukrainian Cossack

The transmission is the weak point on the m211. With a shift kit and a few other mods the transmission can be greatly improved. The 302 is a strong engine . classic hot roders like the 302 for its durability and ease of high performance modifications. Doing the upgrades on the engine and...

Maybe 10w30 I dont beleve they had multi weaght oil in the 50s might be worth looking into. Its just a idea that might help.

I have found copys of 1956 chevy truck mauals http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/chevyowner/56tom079.htm and http://chevy.oldcarmanualproject.com/shop/1956sctsm/56sctsm0735 both say type A atf. doing a complete oil change and found 2 broken gear teeth in bottom of transfer so a new problem to...

I have recently acquired a 1956 m211 as my first deuce. Having read all threads I could find on the trans. oil it seams there are 3 options for the oil. So still not sure as to witch is best. Have downloaded the military manuals on the 211 and they say 10w engine oil. So I think the...