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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 11:49 AM
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I just installed a th-400, took out the M6 and I have a question. The torque converter is about a 1/4 in away from the flexplate. Is this normal? Should I just push the tq toward the flexplate to eliminate the gap, or is there a spacer I need to get. The nipple on the torque is already centered and in the flexplate, so there is no problem there. Any help would be appiciated.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 05:38 PM
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I'm not saying I'm an expert.
In my opinion a 3/16" gap is perfect, then pull it towards the flexplate and bolt it up.

As long as the front is in the crank pilot and the pump hub is not pushed all the way in you should be fine.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:00 PM
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don't believe 3/8 for one minute, if the gap is 1/4 " add a one cut washer. 400 pumps are very tricky on that gap.
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Old Aug 24, 2005 | 08:51 PM
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hey pm NICk z28 he just did the same swap to his car like 2 months ago he might be able to help u
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Old Aug 27, 2005 | 04:11 PM
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Do a google search for rossler transmission. Their site has a detailed but simple procedure for adding spacers to set proper clearance. Make sure to check the converter to crank pilot hole engagement.
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