torque tube install
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Too late now, but this is how I did mine. I took measurements prior to complete removal so reinstallation by myself was actually quite easy. It literally went in by using one hand after I rotated the input shaft to align the splines.
Torque Tube Alignment Method
Torque Tube Alignment Method
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Thanks for the help!
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Just a thought: the 2000 model was infamous for some of the manual tranny units having external balance weights driven into holes in the flywheel. REf: field service manual page 6-158.
IF THE LEAD WEIGHT IS NOT REMOVED AND TRANSFERRED TO THE EXACT SAME LOCATION ON THE NEW FLYWHEEL (CLOCKED TO THE SAME MOUNTING POSITION ON THE CRANK) THE ENGINE WILL VIBRATE YOUR TEETH OUT AT 4000 RPM.
Happened to me: absolute nightmare!!!!!!!!!
Not all the engines required this external balance weight, but if yours does, it can be Hell to correct.
I highly suggest you examine your old flywheel for any suspicious 1-2 oz lead weights driven into holes on the FW before spending all the time to reassemble the car.
Lots of info on the forum about this.
Good luck
DG
IF THE LEAD WEIGHT IS NOT REMOVED AND TRANSFERRED TO THE EXACT SAME LOCATION ON THE NEW FLYWHEEL (CLOCKED TO THE SAME MOUNTING POSITION ON THE CRANK) THE ENGINE WILL VIBRATE YOUR TEETH OUT AT 4000 RPM.
Happened to me: absolute nightmare!!!!!!!!!
Not all the engines required this external balance weight, but if yours does, it can be Hell to correct.
I highly suggest you examine your old flywheel for any suspicious 1-2 oz lead weights driven into holes on the FW before spending all the time to reassemble the car.
Lots of info on the forum about this.
Good luck
DG
I've read about the "hot balancing" on some c5s. What a crappy way to do something to "some" cars without marking them or something for the guy changing the clutch... I spoke to Monster and they said they have seen 3 in 8 yrs, but it would suck to be one of the three.. thanks again
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Thank you!
I've read about the "hot balancing" on some c5s. What a crappy way to do something to "some" cars without marking them or something for the guy changing the clutch... I spoke to Monster and they said they have seen 3 in 8 yrs, but it would suck to be one of the three.. thanks again
I've read about the "hot balancing" on some c5s. What a crappy way to do something to "some" cars without marking them or something for the guy changing the clutch... I spoke to Monster and they said they have seen 3 in 8 yrs, but it would suck to be one of the three.. thanks again
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I separated the torque tube from the trans/rear end as suggested. That made it much easier (on your back) to move around the TT and line it up with the clutch. It went right in... then we were able to connect the trans back together. Big relief....
Thanks again for everyone's help......
Thanks again for everyone's help......
