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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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Just think of all the aftermarket converters being installed, they aren't balanced with the flexplate they're going to be used with.

The factory just zero balances the two parts seperate anyway.
Well their new or rebuilt,(aftermarket converters) the one im getting is used off a car thats being parted out. so why when you remove a transmission (and converter) do you have to mark the plate and converter whats the purpose?
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Old Mar 11, 2010 | 07:06 PM
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I would bet that your thinking of the driveshaft. I always make the driveshaft when I take it out, a driveshaft from time to time will make a vibration if not reinstalled to the pinion the same way. But I've never heard of a converter causing this. Also sometimes guys go to a poly mount when pulling a trans and that will make you feel normal drivetrain vibrations that you couldn't feel with the stock mount.
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Old Mar 12, 2010 | 01:20 AM
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It's really 3 bolts
Sorry smart azz!!! J/k man I was thinking of my DeVille. Its been a while since I messed with my 4L60E. Thanks for the correction.

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Originally Posted by MPFD
. I always mark the driveshaft when I take it out, a driveshaft from time to time will make a vibration if not reinstalled to the pinion the same way
I have never had this happen, now if you change U joints and change the relationship from the actual shaft to the rear pinion flange (if equipped) and/or the front yoke. Then yes that most certainly will cause vibes, especially on a steel DS, not so much on an aluminum.
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Old Mar 12, 2010 | 07:29 PM
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Ok just asking cause I dont want to take it back out till I rebuild one.(after lots of learning)thanks everyone.
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Old Mar 13, 2010 | 02:14 PM
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One more for yas... Can I start the car? Reason I ask is cause I have a small oil leak and I want to pin point where its comming from exactly.
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Old Mar 13, 2010 | 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Bro Inc
Start it with no transmission?
I've done it before.
It'll throw some codes, make sure the engine isn't tipped back too far causing pullies to rub or something. It'll run a little weird, at least the V8's will. I never did this with a V6.
Yeah with no trans. Maybe I should support it with a jack? When you did it with your v8 did you have the flexplate on? I want to take mine off and run it, so I can see if its the rear main seal or not.
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Old Mar 14, 2010 | 06:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Bro Inc
LOL yea, take the flexplate off and start it.

Somethings telling me to tell you to watch your fingers, and be very careful.

One other idea, clean around the area where you think there is a leak. This way it will be easier to see fresh oil leaking. I've also heard of dusting the area with baby powder and running it, the powder will make it easier to see fresh oil leaking, never tried this myself.
Damn it! Im just tryin to learn and do it the right way. lol!! So I can take the plate off or not? Come on help me! My wife is getting sick of me taking the car to work and shes trapped at home all day.
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Old Mar 14, 2010 | 12:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Bro Inc
The starter turns the flexplate to start the engine.
lol your right what am i thinkin duh!!
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