Check the front brake pads to insure that they aren't digging into the rotor. Check the wheel bearings, and check front end parts for wear.
No but, be sure it has come to a complete stop before you put it in park.
If it is automatic and it grinds, that means you must come to a complete stop before shifting into reverse, or your transmission is no good
You have to know whats wrong with the transmission before you can fix it.
It is a completely different transmission than what was used with the diesel before.
yes 1973 to 1983 will work because this is before 1984 when wipers moved to the column in the full size trucks. it will bolt right in directly. good luck
Do a VIN search and the VIN will tell you the original options.
If you have an automatic transmission it is on top of he steering column just before it goes through the firewall. If you have a manual transmission it is on the transmission.
Transmission temp sensor can cause a slip or high rpm before shifting to next gear.
The issue could be caused by transmission linkage. There could also be a leak in the transmission itself or the filter may need replaced.
Low transmission fluid, transmission on it's way out.
There is no automatic transmission drain plug. To drain the fluid you have to drop the pan. Be sure to replace the filter at the same time, it is located under the pan.
PVC's