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Old 10-29-2011, 08:37 PM
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Hey all,

Trying to separate my engine from the transmission. First off, I was a bit peeved to see that the flexplate/converter bolts are hex heads lol, as I just moved and had to finally purchase my own set of tools. I did have a hex head big enough, but can't really get much torque on these things.

Are these bolts threadlocked? Should I get a propane torch to heat them a bit? Any advice on budging these things. This is a 90k mile pullout from a WS6, going into a 68 Camaro.
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Forgot to mention (like an idiot) . . .

It's an LS1/4L60E
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I would assume they are. Heating them wouldn't hurt your situation.
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gonna need a breaker bar or tq wrench to pop them lose...

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I'm pretty sure they are and I always use some blue loctite when reinstalling them.They are though to get to break loose but I thought they where also a 15mm head on them also atleast mine are.
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Probably and yes a breaker bar. Thats what I used and I didnt need any heat on the bolts.
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If at first you dont succeed, get a bigger wrench!! I use loctite on mine, and have had the trans in and out a few times without issue.
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If Heat or a Breaker bar dont work take a pointed Chisel and a big hammer and hit the coner of the Nut to break them loose it always works for me !




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