Re: Question

Posted by HH56 On 2022/2/26 14:08:03

As to whether the damaged unit had any remaining value other than scrap metal it would depend on what and how much was damaged and if there are any completely undamaged parts inside vs what it would take to repair it.

Being out of a Custom with the 356 engine, the front nose and input shaft are larger in diameter compared to the much more commonly found transmissions used in the other models so that would make those items and trans a bit unique. They are still reasonably available though so if the cost to repair is higher than finding another unit it would be good for parts only. If the trans is early 48 with the R9-A1 overdrive which was used with the 356 engine still in good condition then it would be worth considerably more for that alone.

As JWL said, make sure everything else is OK because those transmissions are generally very robust and that particular transmission was made almost unchanged internally for many years. Pay particular attention to the shift linkage at the base of the steering column. Make sure it is well lubed and the upper 2-3 shift lever is not affected by rust or corrosion between the lever and shift tube and is trying to move when the R-1 lever is selected. Aside from the shaft and front nose I believe most of the other parts inside are common to all units from 1940-50 and a few thru 54. As far as I know there are still new gears available so it would be used parts prices for those if it was parted out.