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arbs
08-05-2009, 10:24 AM
Just purchased a '74 Scout II and was curious if there are any transmission options available. Its the original 304 ih and currently has the 3 speed.. i believe its a T-90. I have been searching for adapters for a NP435 or a SM465, since these are common and more ideal, but havnt found any adapters. I am also not sure what the bellhousing pattern is and if I would even need an adapter.

I am pretty new to transmissions and completely new to internationals, ive always had 4.0 cherokee automatics that never seemed to have issues. So this truck is going to be a HUGE learning experience. Be mean, be harsh... if you must.

thank you
guidolyons
08-05-2009, 10:36 AM
Stock: IH T-18 and T-19 4 speed manual, IH727 auto
arbs
08-05-2009, 02:58 PM
Alright, thank you. I wish there was more possibilities, but the 304 is a strong engine, there would be no reason to replace.
budget76
08-05-2009, 03:45 PM
Alright, thank you. I wish there was more possibilities, but the 304 is a strong engine, there would be no reason to replace.

:laughing::laughing:

Unless your name is Tom, your 304 is not strong
larboc@hotmail.com
08-05-2009, 06:13 PM
Alright, thank you. I wish there was more possibilities, but the 304 is a strong engine, there would be no reason to replace.

i'd much rather have my t19 than a 465 or 435. butta.
arbs
08-05-2009, 08:28 PM
ahh, I meant the 304 I have seems to be running well. I dont know if their a good engine... What are you comparing them too?
larboc@hotmail.com
08-05-2009, 09:19 PM
ahh, I meant the 304 I have seems to be running well. I dont know if their a good engine... What are you comparing them too?

They don't make any power. In fact some theory's of un-power are floating around.

the manual should help, but my 304/727 combo could barley keep up with city traffic with 4.10's and 33's. and still got 6mpg.
Rock Tractor
08-06-2009, 03:58 PM
Here's an option for ya.
http://www.ihonlynorth.com/forums/new-products-ih-only/2528-nv4500-kits-finally-available.html#post18070
larboc@hotmail.com
08-06-2009, 05:34 PM
Here's an option for ya.
http://www.ihonlynorth.com/forums/new-products-ih-only/2528-nv4500-kits-finally-available.html#post18070

that's pretty dang cool, when did this show up?

If only 4500's were easier to find