I drive a 1968 Chevelle SS 396 that had an old Muncie 4 speed in it.  There's a 454 HO crate motor under the hood and a 4.10 gear out back.  I live near Pittsburgh, PA and let me tell you I never could have driven those 570 miles with the 4 speed and a 4.10 gear.  I've been wanting to participate in this event for the last 13 years so your conversion enabled me to fulfill this desire.  Thank you.  I averaged ~ 15.5 MPG for the round trip.  I don't think that's bad for a warmed over big block with a deep rear gear.  I love the short, crisp shifts with the TKO vs. the Muncie.  Everything looks original on the car.  It doesn't look like some makeshift, hackjob conversion. 

All in all I'm very pleased with the TKO conversion and have absolutely no regrets in making the change.  Your quality conversion has allowed my to enjoy my hot rod in ways I couldn't before the swap.  Thanks again for the great conversation.

Ed Duffy