I just bought a really nice 67 impala. when I bought it the transmission was blown but the engine ran perfectly fine. The engine is a 327 chevy small block, I was wondering what transmission you would put in to get the best bang for my buck. I am 19 years old. https://photos.app.goo.gl/a64pq3ruFh9Bs4Mb7
@mod_man may offer some good advice.
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Well I'm not a big gym man but there are many different transmissions that you could use do talk to someone who modifies those and I'll give you the best transmission for what you want if you want power or you want long life or you want gas mileage there's various ones you could have installed
Well, for standard shift they make a Tremec TKO-600 kit that is fairly stout. More than enough for the 327 motor.
If you're wanting to go automatic, then the Hydramatic 4L65-E is a good choice. It's a stout unit that won't wreck the budget and can handle plenty more power than stock if you decide to modify it at all. Otherwise, it can support the stock motor no problem.
My choice would be a 700R4 built my Monster or TCI. Should bolt right up, no electronics and it has that great overdrive.
Nothing wrong with that choice. The best part about older cars is you have A LOT more options on what you can do. The newer stuff that is computerized...not so much. But good choice.
Great car, I remember when they were an everyday sight, believe it or not they were considered everyday grocery-getters that might be driven by your aunt Mildred. Millions were sold. For your project a lot depends on your goals for the car. Do you want to keep it bone stock as it would have come from the factory, or update it with a newer type transmission to get an overdrive gear, or go for all out performance?
In 1967 Chevrolet was still using the 2-speed Powerglide transmission but I think the 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic was available for the 327 V8. Assuming it has an automatic transmission (most of them do) and you want to keep it factory that would be the best option.
If you want something a bit more modern that will bolt up with a minimum of fuss, as @Doc says a 700R4 will basically bolt right up and there are no messy electronics to fuss with. You may need to shorten the driveshaft and you lose manual selection of 1st gear if you keep the 3-speed shifter.
https://itstillruns.com/tips-transmission-swap-350-700r4-6363235.html
Beyond that if you want the best performance you can install pretty much anything depending on how much work you want to do and how much money you want to spend. For performance modifications, let @Mod_Man be your guide.
Thanks for the shout out. As I commented to @Doc, he has a good option for a bolt up, no fuss transmission. My mind does tend to go more towards performance components, so if the OP is looking for just a really nice cruiser then Doc's choice would be a good one. Old cars have options....a lot more than the new ones. Cheers.
I like the TH400 3 speed
