Re: JPOR: T18?

["Glenn" <gjshort@xxxxxxxxxx>]

    My thought exactly.  I also like the scout transfer case shifter better
then the Jeep shifter.  When you put a converted Ford T-18 into a Jeep with
a V-8, do you need the same pilot bearing that you use with a 6cyl?  Do you
have a spare rebuild kit for the T-18?
    Glenn
----- Original Message -----
From: "Chuck Pedretti" <chuckp@magenic.com>

> I had less than $350 into my t-18 which I completely rebuilt.  But I took
> the cheap way out.  I got a t18/19 master rebuild kit on ebay for $25
> (actually 2 of them).
>
> If you are a major cheapass like me, skip the AA or Novak adaptor and find
> an unwanted close ratio scout t-18. You can use the adaptor and rear shaft
> from that. You just need to drill the holes in the back of the ford or
jeep
> t-18 to bolt the adaptor to.
> Total cost for my swap:
> $100 - 79 wide ratio Ford t-18
> $125 - Scout close ratio t-18
> $ 50 - All new bearings and thrust washers (It was apart, so what the
hell)
> $ 22 - special pilot bushing from Novak
> $ 25 - Machining of front bearing retainer to fit my Buick bell housing