transmission adapter 1933 Dodge with 1953 230 Flathead 6 - TRANSMISSION HELP NEEDED

[sactownog]

hello all, I have a 1933 Dodge DP 6 with a 1953 Dodge 230ci engine, the stock transmission in the vehicle is a 3 speed with no-syncro's and not very good shifting sounds. it either must be rebuilt or will be replaced with a new updated transmission. 

 

I am not familiar with what to do in this scenario. is there anyone who can help me find the correct transmission adapter plate and transmission to go with?

 

I have been told to go with a t5 transmission and an adapter plate, but am not sure where I can find these items.

 

I would like to keep the flat head 6 but due to the irritating time trying to find the correct parts that will bolt onto the engine, I am considering full tear down of drive train and install a new mopar v8 setup. but would rather stick with flathead just cant find the correct parts to go with. all help is appreciated. (sorry if this has been asked, I could not find anything relating to this topic) 

[dpollo]

The simplest option would be to get a passenger car bell housing from 35 to 39 and the  transmission that  goes with it. This setup can be easily recognized by the shift tower which overhangs the front of the transmission onto the bell housing which has provision for it.

 

These transmissions are very compact, are   synchronized in 2 and 3  and are strong and quiet.  Some changes took place. In 35 the brake handle mounts to the side of the trans.  36 and 37 are  alike and 38, the brake operated by cable.

The 39 has more modern synchronizers.  An overdrive was available , usually on the Chrysler .

The rear mounts changed in mid 38. from 2 saddles to 2 doughnuts.