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Author:  Wesola78 [ Thu May 22, 2025 9:42 am ]
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Thanks Dennis!
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sun May 25, 2025 6:20 am ]
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Torque converter bolts are out, as of yesterday.

Getting closer!
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sun May 25, 2025 5:54 pm ]
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I started on the engine to transmission bolts this afternoon, I've removed 4 of them so far.

So how many of them are there?
Author:  Rick Covalt [ Mon May 26, 2025 6:56 am ]
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All of them! :D :D

One large one on each side at the bottom. 4 smaller ones between them.
Author:  slantzilla [ Mon May 26, 2025 9:35 am ]
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Quote:
All of them! :D :D

One large one on each side at the bottom. 4 smaller ones between them.
2 bottom ones take a 5/8th wrench, the other 4 are 9/16th. One is in the front by the starter mount, the other 3 are in the backside.
Author:  Wesola78 [ Mon May 26, 2025 2:39 pm ]
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Thanks Rick, thanks Dennis!
Author:  Wesola78 [ Mon May 26, 2025 6:18 pm ]
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Ok, I've removed 5 of them. The 6th one is the bolt holding on the tranny dipstick tube. Its in a really challenging spot.
I managed to turn it a few times, very small increments though.

Any suggestions?

Maybe drilling a hole in the firewall to where I can get a socket and ratchet combo on it?

No really...
Author:  eric22t [ Tue May 27, 2025 3:42 am ]
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wes, universal socket and a long extension.
since you have it broken free, drop to 1/4 drive. (at least right up at the bell housing)

when i am doing bell housing bolts i am usually using a 3' extension.
but then i do it for a living so i have all kinds of cool tools.
Author:  Rick Covalt [ Tue May 27, 2025 3:45 am ]
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A couple extensions and a universal will work. It may be pinched a bit if all the other bolts are out.
Author:  slantzilla [ Tue May 27, 2025 9:04 am ]
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I have a cheap E-Bay 24" extension and flex socket just for that bolt. Makes life a lot easier.
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sat May 31, 2025 1:23 pm ]
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Ok, I got that bolt out.

The motor mount bolts are also loose.

I just have to support the tranny, but I'm not too sure about my cheap little floor jack, so I have to figure out an alternative.

Getting closer!
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sat May 31, 2025 6:49 pm ]
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I started to pull the engine, but then I stopped.
My concern is that I won't be able to raise the engine high enough to get it out of the engine bay.
I'm thinking I should get some help with this, I'll see if a buddy of mine can come help.

So close...
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sun Jun 01, 2025 3:17 pm ]
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Okay, today I did it.
The original slant six is out of the engine bay.
Hooboy, that was like work.
I needed more plywood for the floor of my storage space, but I got it out.

I planned to put the replacement slant in right after, but I've run out of steam for now.

So another baby step forward.
Author:  Wesola78 [ Sat Jun 14, 2025 7:29 pm ]
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Ok, the replacement slant six is on the engine hoist, ready to be put in.
Should I remove the trans, or just drop the engine in?
What do I need to be careful of when installing the engine?
Author:  Reed [ Sat Jun 14, 2025 8:52 pm ]
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If the trans is in place i would just drop in the engine. Go slow, keep everything clear. Install the oil pump NOW since you have to jack the motor up to install it in an F body. Easier to install the manifolds now, too.
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