Automatic transmission on a 230-6

[texxxan]

I have a 1965 Chevy with a good smooth running 230. I have a 350 I want to swap it out with. I am not decided on my tranny yet. Either a turbo 350 or 700R4. My question is this: since my 230 runs so well, I hate to replace it just yet. Would an automatic mate to my 230, and how well will it perfrom? I don't expect a hot rod, but I would like to have comperable power. I currently have a 4 spd w/ granny gear. I don't pull or tow anything. I just use my truck as a daily driver, mostly to work. I am starting to really dislike the shifting thing. Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks.

 

[zenish]

RE: Automatic transmission on a 230

a 230 and a 350 has the same bolt pattern.230s came with automatics,mine was a powerglide.

 

[texxxan]

RE: Automatic transmission on a 230

Thanks for the info. How well did it run with the automatic?

 

[zenish]

RE: Automatic transmission on a 230

the engine was screwed up when i got it.maybe someone else will speak up.