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The Powerflite transmission was available up to and including 1961, at
least in the U.S. (1960 in Canada).
With the introduction of the Torqueflite Six (A-904) for
1960, Powerflite was no longer available on a six cylinder car. Prior
to 1960, Powerflite was the only automatic Chrysler Corp. offered on its six
cylinder models.
The aluminum case A-727 Torqueflite in 1962 replaced both the
Powerflite and the cast-iron case A-466 Torqueflite, which first appeared
in mid-1956 on the Imperial.
Bill
Vancouver, BC
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 9:55
PM
Subject: Re: IML: Powerflite
Powerflite was introduced in late (very late!)
1953. I believe it was used in Chryslers and Imperials until the introduction
of the cast iron Torqueflite in 1957. It may have been used in Plymouth and
Dodges thru 1959. 1960 is when the slant six aluminum torqueflite
started, while 61 was the last year for the Iron case V8 torqueflite. So
I don't think you'll find a 2 speed automatic Mopar after 1959.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, March 07, 2002 11:30
PM
Subject: IML:
How long was the Powerflite in production year start
and stop? What kind of changes were made if any during the years in
production? When did Chrysler install fly wheels and stop putting the
starter ring gear on the torque converter? Was there a difference in
the torque converter used in 1953 after the mid year change from the Fluid
Torque Drive to the Powerflite transmissions? Who has the best prices on a
complete rebuild kit for the
Powerflite?
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