700R4 Auto Transmission to 68-80 Ford 289/302 Adapter Plate Kit SKU: 7611
700R4 Auto Transmission to 68-80 Ford 289/302 Adapter Plate Kit
Product Overview:
Ready to mate your Ford small block to a GM 700R4, TH350, or TH400? This complete adapter kit gives you everything you need—including a 164-tooth, 28 oz imbalance flexplate—to connect your 1968–1980 Ford 302/5.0L to one of GM’s most crawl-worthy transmissions. The 700R4’s low first gear makes it a go-to for serious trail builds and low-speed control, while this adapter package ensures a proper mechanical fit with minimal hassle. Whether you're building a Bronco, hot rod, or custom off-road machine, this setup gives you strength, compatibility, and ready-to-run performance.
Full description
Ready to mate your Ford small block to a GM 700R4, TH350, or TH400? This complete adapter kit gives you everything you need—including a 164-tooth, 28 oz imbalance flexplate—to connect your 1968–1980 Ford 302/5.0L to one of GM’s most crawl-worthy transmissions. The 700R4’s low first gear makes it a go-to for serious trail builds and low-speed control, while this adapter package ensures a proper mechanical fit with minimal hassle. Whether you're building a Bronco, hot rod, or custom off-road machine, this setup gives you strength, compatibility, and ready-to-run performance.
GM 700R4 to Ford 302/5.0L Adapter Kit
Includes a new 164-Tooth, 28 oz Flexplate
Simplify your drivetrain swap and strengthen your off-road setup with this complete GM 700R4 to Ford 302/5.0L Adapter Kit, now bundled with a 164-tooth, 28 oz imbalance flexplate for small block Ford engines built from 1968–1980. This adapter kit allows you to bolt a GM TH350, TH400, or 700R4 automatic transmission directly to your Ford small block, making it the ideal solution for trail builds, crawler rigs, or anyone looking to upgrade their gearing. The included 700R4 is prized for its ultra-low first gear—perfect for crawling over rocks and rugged terrain with control and torque.
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Complete Adapter Kit: Allows GM 700R4, TH350, or TH400 transmission to bolt to Ford 302/5.0L.
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Includes 164-Tooth Flexplate: Comes with 28 oz imbalance flexplate for 1968–1980 Ford small blocks.
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Ideal for Rock Crawlers: 700R4’s low first gear improves torque and slow-speed control on the trail.
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Kit Components:
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Steel adapter plate
- 164T Flexplate (28 oz balance)
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Plastic dust cover
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Torque converter adapter ring (10-3/4" pattern)
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GM dowel pins
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Fastening hardware
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Installation instructions
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Important Compatibility Notes:
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Torque converter must have 10-3/4" GM bolt pattern.
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Not compatible with 1997+ 4L60E, 4L65E, or GM 6-speed automatics.
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Swap in a 700R4 with confidence—this kit includes the full adapter setup plus a 164T, 28 oz flexplate for your 302. Strong, smooth, and built for crawling.