[83 chif]

yea, it sounds like it is coming from the front of the tranny, from the best i can tell, which isn't saying much.

is the input bearings and pilot shaft the same thing?

i did some quick shopping around and it looks like it might be easier to buy a used 100 dollar tranny and throw it in place of mine. after 240,xxx miles, i'm sure whatever these bad bearings are are just the beginning of trans' descent into scrap metal.

if i do grab a used transmission, is there any way to check for wear or any parts to replace before i install it? any advice?

thanks again for all the help!