Transmission alignment
07-16-2013, 04:49 PM
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Transmission alignment Finally got the 5.3/4l60e mounted in my 72' Chevelle and finding that the transmission is about a 1/4 inch off center in the frame. Anyone know if this will cause a problem?
Thanks
Bob
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Bob
07-16-2013, 05:02 PM
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As long as the Engine Trans are Parallel with the Frame Rails and perpendicular with the Pinion / Yoke of the Rear diff.. you should have no problem.
BBC were offset from the Factory.. not sure how much.. but I offset my LS1 in my Chevelle by about 3/8" for Clearance issues.
BC
BBC were offset from the Factory.. not sure how much.. but I offset my LS1 in my Chevelle by about 3/8" for Clearance issues.
BC
07-16-2013, 05:54 PM
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When I first put my engine in, mine was off by quite a bit. I loosened on the mounts and shifted it over to center, then re-tightened everything. There is a lot of play in all the mounting holes, so don't be afraid to move things to where you need them before cinching it down.
07-16-2013, 06:54 PM
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Thanks bczee and Bandit. I will lossen the frame mounts and see if that allows me to install the trans mount on the crossmember. I did find that I can use the original crossmember from the 350 without having to cut and weld, just have to drill one hole in the frame on each side.