Transaxle that will fit in a 71 800 special

[dv800special 5]

Anyone know if it’s possible to put a different transaxle in my 1971 800 special? And if so what could I replace the peerless 1200 with to make it better? Thanks!

[ol550 830]

The boxed frame design that supported the Peerless transmission was limited to the 1971 800 Special and the 1974 A-90Special.

[gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,148]

Sure it is not a 1400 Peerless?

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Garry

[Keith 21]

I thought of doing the same thing to my 800 Special.  I think the easiest way is to get another frame.  

This Wheelhorse has been in the family since new, I'd be okay reusing the sheet metal with a different

fame to keep the sentimental value.   Cross reference the sheet metal parts to see which models that

used a uni-drive would be compatible.  Or you might weld the back part of the frame to what you have.

 

Tim