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Old Sep 17, 2012 | 08:51 PM
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I am considering doing a converter swap, when i do a rear end swap. I have read a bunch of write ups on this but everyone seems to have a lift. I do not have access to a lift so i will be doing it on my back. Is it even possible to pull the tranny on a set of stand or should i pony up some vette tax cash and have it done at a shop somewhere.
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Old Sep 17, 2012 | 09:34 PM
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Its hard but doable on jack stands.

From what I've read, you'll need the car about 18 inches off the ground.

Just drop the rear cradle and go forward from there....
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Damn 18 inches that is freaking high on stand IMO.
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Old Sep 17, 2012 | 10:20 PM
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I put the jack stands under the jacking pucks. 18" isn't all that bad but it takes awhile to get it up there.

Some photos of the wooden thing I made to go under the trans pan. Your task will be easier if you leave the torque tube in the car, I think......I did it as an assembly.
Takes 2 people, balancing the mess on the jack is key.







I did this just a few months ago.

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Old Sep 17, 2012 | 10:24 PM
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wow im impressed. Do you want to make a road trip to ohio to do mine.
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Originally Posted by Goober35
wow im impressed. Do you want to make a road trip to ohio to do mine.
Uhhhhh.........No.......
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