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Old 04-07-2009, 11:09 PM   #9
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Originally Posted by Steve L View Post
Thanks for the response Adger. I thought some of the 350 engine cars came with the powerglide. If I'm wrong let me know. Thanks
Sorry bud, but you stepped into one of my pet peeves.

Pontiac did not use a Powerglide transmission, ever. Neither did Buick or Oldsmobile.
They did use a planetary two- speed known as the Super Turbine 300 ,or the Jetaway, depending on the brand. The only thing that's the same as a PG, is the gear ratio (1.76 PG) . The BOP trans is a stronger unit than the PG in stock form, but it never had any aftermarket support.
Calling one of these 2- speed transmissions a Powerglide would be no more correct than calling it a Fordomatic or a Powerflite.

Now , for your question. Put a Turbo 200 3 speed in it and look for a Chevelle , Monte Carlo or 70 GTO 12 bolt in it in case you ever want to use a 4.33 ring and pinion.
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