'56 transmission color

[Steve H.]

Hi all,
Can anyone tell me the color of the transmission for a '56?

Thanks,
Steve #28428

[Mark S.]

Re: '56 transmission color

If it is a powerglide, then it should be black.

[Mike M.]

Re: '56 transmission color

natural cast iron finish if a cr 3 speed. mike

[Steve H.]

Re: '56 transmission color

Thanks for the responses,
I guess I should have said that it was a 3 speed. How can you tell a close ratio?
Steve

[Dennis C.]

Re: '56 transmission color

If the car will go about 60 mph in low gear, instead of about 25, you've got a close ratio...