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ls1 driveshaft in 83 firebird

Old Mar 29, 2004 | 11:00 PM
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Car: 1983 firebird S/E
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ls1 driveshaft in 83 firebird

I searched on this topic but couldn't find a solid answer. I'm replacing my 700r4 with a t-56 in my 83 firebird. Will an ls1 driveshaft fit since its an earlier thirdgen. I heard 84+ def does but whats the deal with 82-83? Thanks.
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Old Mar 29, 2004 | 11:09 PM
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Car: 1983 WS-6 Trans Am
Engine: 1999 L31 5.7 Vortec
Transmission: 5 speed
Axle/Gears: Auburn Limited-slip w/3:73 gears
I have a ls-1 drive shaft in my 83 T/A.
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Works great with "zero" problems.
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Old Mar 29, 2004 | 11:59 PM
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Car: 1983 firebird S/E
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Originally posted by 1tinindian
I have a ls-1 drive shaft in my 83 T/A.
Read my sig,
Works great with "zero" problems.
sweet, thanks man
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 12:09 AM
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Engine: 95 383 CI (6.3) LT1
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As long as you dont have the four speed manual and HAVE a 700r4 (Forgot the name of the other auto that came in the camaros) it will bolt up as normal.
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 12:13 PM
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Car: 1982 Trans Am
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TH200c, pajama man. I had one in my 82, til i junked it for a th350.... he may have a 700.... some 83's did, some didn't, as that was a changeover year. if he has a th200, it won't work. he'll have to get a 700 and a crossmember to fit.
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 06:46 PM
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Car: 1983 firebird S/E
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yup i got the 700r4 in my 83 but im changing over to a t-56, my 83 also came with rear disc's
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Old Mar 30, 2004 | 10:24 PM
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Car: 1983 WS-6 Trans Am
Engine: 1999 L31 5.7 Vortec
Transmission: 5 speed
Axle/Gears: Auburn Limited-slip w/3:73 gears
I have a ls-1 drive shaft in my 83 T/A.
Read my sig,
Works great with "zero" problems.
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