I'm looking to add reverse to my vdrive, interested in either a trans setup or just a gearbox with reverse. Willing to trade my in out gearbox if needed.

Have you investigated a Borg Warner Velvet Drive? I just sold one a few months ago for $200.

I find them all the time. Work slick as hell.

Oldsmobile parts, like what? Thanks

I'm looking to add reverse to my vdrive, interested in either a trans setup or just a gearbox with reverse. Willing to trade my in out gearbox if needed. Also have Hardin marine olds manifolds and maybe a few other olds parts.

So, What hull do you have?

In the few I've driven, reverse is for 'dock avoidance', or Forward/Brakes, at best. Steering in reverse? Not gonna happen.

I thought reverse in a jet was horrible, especially with a ride plate, but it's great compared to a v-drive or inboard.

I'd save the coin from re-rigging with reverse, and get a good paddle. Plus the weight, figure 150+ lbs.

However-
Velvet Drive trans have better reverse gear ratios than a powerglide (1.76:1) or TH400 (2:1)

Dan'l