Tranny install. Is it physically possible to...
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Le Mans Master
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From: Macon, GA
Yeah that's what I figured. I can't understand why it's not lined up right. I used a brand new alignment tool and installed a new pilot bearing. There was no slop in it at all when I mounted the PP.
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From: Forked River NJ
It is definitly a tight fit and a go no go type of situation. Did you try rocking the trans slightly? sometimes the plate on the front of the trans needs to be aligned correctly with the hole in the bellhousing. If the clutch is off slightly it is a no go though.
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I was able to get the trans in last night, BUT I can't get it in that last 1/2 inch. I do not have any way to engage the clutch fork as I do not have ANY of the linkage (auto to stick conversion) for the pedal installed (missing a lot of the parts too). Is there any other trick I can try?
I was able to get the trans in last night, BUT I can't get it in that last 1/2 inch. I do not have any way to engage the clutch fork as I do not have ANY of the linkage (auto to stick conversion) for the pedal installed (missing a lot of the parts too). Is there any other trick I can try?
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Le Mans Master
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From: Macon, GA
Welp. I got it in there. It was quite a bitch, but she's there. I was only shy by about 1/4 of an inch so it wasn't as much as I thought. Once I knew I had the pilot bearing stabbed, I got pretty nasty with it. Now for the linkage. 
Safety Car
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We used to put the trans in gear and then turn the output yoke to and fro a bit while always pushing, trying to send the trans home, most times it worked,, but I see that you finally did drive it home,,,,good luck with the rest of the job,,,Peace,,,Moosie
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Le Mans Master
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I got everything together, but of course there's a problem. I think I may have to change motor mounts back to a stock style instead of the solid ones I bought. The problem is that when you put it in second gear, the shifter hits the console plate and won't go in gear. I have to shim the tranny over about an inch and a half and that's not gonna happen with those solid mounts. I had to force the trans over to even get the bolts in the tranny mount.
Anyone ever run into this?
Anyone ever run into this?
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From: FL
I've seen this with some aftermarket motor mounts (not square, apparently) and with bent frames. The frame horns that mount the engine can get bent. Depending on how far off, you many have to visit a frame straightener.
Burning Brakes
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From: San Angelo TX
If you use an old input shaft as a clutch alignment tool, it will line up perfectly and you don't have to mess with depressing the clutch. A good quality alignment tool works well too. But, I have seen some of those cheap wood tools fit loosely.
I have never touched the clutch pedal during a transmission installation and never had a problem.
I have never touched the clutch pedal during a transmission installation and never had a problem.