Hope that you can get the rear main and the clutch setup done. There is definately a learning curve to that, but once it is done, it is much easier. Easier to do out of the vehicle too. I also agree that if you can drop in the engine with the tranny/t-case attached, that is the way to go. Will let you know if I can stop in to put the drivetrain together. Still not sure of the plan yet. Wife wants to enjoy some sunshine tomorrow!
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I think the main seal is pretty straight forward. I think the clutch is over my head for now. I do plan on hooking everything back together before I drop it all in.
Thanks guys!
T
Thanks guys!
T
Timm,
I just realized I never got that bell housing off and to you! I am soooooooo sorry! Obviously you found another one.
Shark Bait
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I do have a bucket of large bolts I can get to you this week sometime, or you can come by Sunday afternoon.
Rzeppa
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No prob, I fished out the BH that was in the back of Mike's 45LV on the side of my garage and gave it to him at the meetingTimm,
I just realized I never got that bell housing off and to you! I am soooooooo sorry! Obviously you found another one.
Happy cruisin'!
Rzeppa
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Putting a new clutch in is practically zero more than putting the old one back in. The only difference is that with the new one, you have to pull the pilot and TO bearings, super-easy.
I like super easy things.
I think the main thing I am having a problem with is I just don't know the terminology well enough. I am self-taught, so everything is a do-hickey or a whatchamacalit.
I am heading out now to pull the tranny off and change the bellhousing (after I give the old one a quick paint job). I will take tons of pics and will have tons of questions. Thanks again all!
T
I think the main thing I am having a problem with is I just don't know the terminology well enough. I am self-taught, so everything is a do-hickey or a whatchamacalit.
I am heading out now to pull the tranny off and change the bellhousing (after I give the old one a quick paint job). I will take tons of pics and will have tons of questions.
Thanks again all!T
Sure, let's see if it works....
T
so, after I look through my bucket of parts from Chris, I probably need to put together a shopping list...
No worries man...I think someone else was looking for that bellhousing for a similiar swap, so keep it handy!
T
T
Timm,
I just realized I never got that bell housing off and to you! I am soooooooo sorry! Obviously you found another one.
UPDATE:
Dang camera cable is at home, so no pics yet.
Cleaned and painted the bellhousing. THANKS Treeroot!!!!!! (and Zep!)
Got the tranny off, no problem, slid right out.
Got too cold hunkered down in the alley after the sun went behind the house, need to wrestle the dang thing inside the garage tonight.
Now I see what you mean about the clutch! So here is my new to-do list:
1. order new front motor mounts. I only have 1 (thanks Chris!) so unless someone has one of the square 2f mounts lying around, I will just order 2 new ones.
2. clutch kit. Might have to order a new one...
3. oil pan gasket?? any opinions on this? While I have it off....and it sounds like dropping the pan makes the rear main seal an easier job.
4. rear main seal (bought the PVC cleanout plug yesterday to help the job)
5. Anything I am forgetting?
Once I get this all done, I think I might be ready to drop the engine in. Would really appreciate an experienced set of eyeballs for when I put the clutch in and re-mount the tranny to the engine. Thanks for all the advice and help and parts!!
Timm
Dang camera cable is at home, so no pics yet.
Cleaned and painted the bellhousing. THANKS Treeroot!!!!!! (and Zep!)
Got the tranny off, no problem, slid right out.
Got too cold hunkered down in the alley after the sun went behind the house, need to wrestle the dang thing inside the garage tonight.
Now I see what you mean about the clutch! So here is my new to-do list:
1. order new front motor mounts. I only have 1 (thanks Chris!) so unless someone has one of the square 2f mounts lying around, I will just order 2 new ones.
2. clutch kit. Might have to order a new one...
3. oil pan gasket?? any opinions on this? While I have it off....and it sounds like dropping the pan makes the rear main seal an easier job.
4. rear main seal (bought the PVC cleanout plug yesterday to help the job)
5. Anything I am forgetting?
Once I get this all done, I think I might be ready to drop the engine in. Would really appreciate an experienced set of eyeballs for when I put the clutch in and re-mount the tranny to the engine. Thanks for all the advice and help and parts!!
Timm
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I can almost guarantee there are motor mounts in the garage....the issue is if you can get to them...
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my 40 has a 2f
MDH33
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I have a '77 2F in my '73 40. You're welcome to check it out. It's currently up in Evergreen but I'll probably bring it down to Denver sometime this week.
I also have that SOR clutch kit if you're interested. I need to double check to see if it's for a 4 speed or 3 speed. The kit comes with the clutch, pressure plate, pilot bearing, clutch centering tool and a rear main seal. The throw out bearing was not included however.
Are you using the stock three speed trans and bellhousing or a 4 speed?
You're welcome to crawl over mine as well...I was tempted to bring it by when you're doing your work but timing doesn't look good...
I am using a 2f, 4 speed, split tcase from a 62. If the clutch kit will work, I will take it. Let me know if you bring it down the hill.
Cool, another reason to drop by with a 12 pack. Preferred brand?
Let me know a good time to crawl.
Thanks guys!!
Timm
Rzeppa
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The only difference would be between a 4-speed kit and a 3-speed kit. The 2f Throwout bearing is larger, the pressure plate is a totally different design, and the friction plate is different.