Manual 3 speed to c4 automatic

[Jim73bronco]

Sorry to ask questions on this again, I tried the search function, it works, I just don't know what to put in to get the right answer...

So anyway I just bought my first EB, 1973, a little fixer upper. I am real excited to learn about these and enjoy the truck.

My first question (I'm sure there will be many) is I have the 3 speed manual on the floor transmission, I want to switch to an automatic. I have a 289 mild built engine, and a chance to buy a c4 auto. The c4 is out of a 1969 ford fairlane, will this fit? I have the Dana 20 transfer case.

Thank you in advance for the help.

 

[Madgyver]

Welcome to the site.
I am madgyver

Best to find a donor C4 from a Bronco, it will already have the parts you need. The Fairlane is 2wd and the C4 won't have the correct adaptor and output shaft.

Here is a link to my swap with pics.

http://classicbroncos.com/forums/showthread.php?t=37181

 

[StnePny]

If you don't have a C 4 from a Bronco you will need the Adapter Kit from Advanced Adpaters.

 

[Viperwolf1]

As Mad said it's best to start with a Bronco C4. I've converted a few to Bronco C4's and that ends up costing more than buying a rebuildable Bronco C4. The specific parts you need are the adapter, bearing retainer, auto spud, output shaft, pan, dipstick, shift lever, H servo, governor, etc. Just have to keep your eyes open for them.

 

[Jim73bronco]

Wow, ok. I thought it would be less to make one fit, easier to find a donor. Thanks For the help!