Frame Rail Splash Shield

[Floyd]

Can I get confirmation that this splash shield is for e-bodies with auto trans only?  Also, 70-74?  Thanks

[Jay Bee]

Sure looks identical to the one I took off today for easier access changing the starter (318 auto). If no one else verifies the part number I'll look for it on mine tomorrow.

[MoparCarGuy]

Yes, the pictured splash shield is for Automatic transmission cars. Reproduction shield is a pricey item.

[dodj]

Seems odd,  only auto cars.  Wonder what the thinking was there?
I installed it on my car that is now a four speed, was auto. Didn't think it's application was driveline dependent?

[R/T's 4 R/P]

I wonder if the engineers felt that the linkage for an auto car was more sensitive to the grime that would be splashed up on the linkage.

[Floyd]

Thanks for the replies!

[Burdar]

The shield is there to protect the kick-down linkage.  It runs right by the starter.  If the kick-down linkage gets damaged by a rock or something, the trans won't last very long.