T18 Truck into Cj6 I've seen topics brushing this but not seeing an answer.

[popeye44]

I've been reading some articles on sticking a truck version of the t18 "4x4 version bolted to a dana20 from a J3000 truck" into a Cj
and from what I see it looks like a short shaft kit can be bought.
Can a Shaft from another t18 be used.. and if so which ones? cj only or will a ford truck t18 shaft work? Is ford any cheaper to order a shaft from than those thiefs i've been finding online? "$200.00? wtf??" is it gold plated? dishwasher safe? yeesh. I can get laid AND kissed for that much..hehe
The good news is I have this transmission and transfer case.. but it has a buick bellhousing.
I have this NICE article " EL LinkO (http://www.offroaders.com/info/tech-corner/project-cj7/project-cj7-t-18-rebuild.htm) "
but I don't have a short shaft.. nor info on what will work as an alternative. "i bet some of you have a short shaft though" :flipoff2:
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Appreciate any info.. like popeye.. yer screwed.. go find a bush and die behind it.. thats good stuff... well that and real information. like this ford had this shaft and you could steal one from a moving vehicle on the freeway.. :D

Thanks guy's you've been a real help so far.

[Jeepdude_Jay]

I assume you are refering to the input shaft. Yes you need one from a Ford T-18. There are 2 different sizes on the inside end of the input, where the syncro goes, so you'll need to have yours out and measured before calling places. I got mine used for $50 which also incuded the short Ford bearing retainer. The tranny will need disassembled to swap it out.

[CSP]

Links that may be helpful:

http://www.jeeptech.com/convtrans/convt18.html


http://www.novak-adapt.com/knowledge/t18_t19.htm

Basically you need a input shaft from a Ford T18 and a bellhousing from any CJ with a T150 or T176 along with an adapter pilot bushing. If the Jtruck had a V8 it has a really long input shaft with a 5" aluminum adapter between the tranny and bellhousing. This is the one you want to replace. If it had a six cylinder you could probably use it as is since you have a CJ6 with plenty of wheelbase.

[blues balls]

I just went thru all this too.

I picked up a busted Ford T-18 that I found from calling around to all the junk yards nearby. Found one, picked it up for $75, and canabalized it. Others things you'll need

1.clutch plate to match the 1-1/16" Input shaft from the Ford T-18. $40

2.the Pilot bushing adapter $15-$20

Oh and if you get just an input shaft and not the bearing retainer, you can use the one off the J truck... Just cut it down... or you can buy the spare that I have. actually I have many spare parts if you find you need something.. but no Input shaft.

[Jeepdude_Jay]

Originally posted by blues balls

Oh and if you get just an input shaft and not the bearing retainer, you can use the one off the J truck... Just cut it down...
Yes that can be done, if you have access to a lathe. the diameter where the throwout bearing rides needs turned nearly all the way back. for most people it's easier to just get the right one.

[popeye44]

Thanks Guys, I'm filling in the blanks.. I've found some good sites on the process but not much on parts. I've a couple friends checking into old t18's around.

This came from a jtruck with a V6 i'm not sure what that bellhousing is compatable with "231 v6?" I'm planning a 4.0L (jeep) or 5.0(ford) swap.. I guess it will depend on which swap for what Bellhousing I'll need.

the ford or jeep.

Whats the average cost of a drive line lengthening/shortening?
I know there is a guy on forum that does it for a living. just trying to get costs in my head. I can afford to take a little off the back :D

Edit: I think I found a source for a brand new input shaft 75.00 I won't know for sure till I take my old one out and go down to store with it. that doesn't seem bad.. unless it's another 75 for retainer hehe.

[popeye44]

Here's the actual trans guys just tossin in for more information.
as you can see it's one long mofo. I'm curious how to measure which shaft I have as I read it there is a 23 spline version in the 6.32 and a different one in the jeeps? maybe I'm fubar on my thoughts.. thanks again for the help.

O Yea.. anyone need a t18 PTO? :D