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The only one I got is actually what I'm using for the jack to brace up the trans. But I might be able to get another one. I think the scrap pile is still at teh back of the apt. complex...
Rebuilding this thing better be easier than taking it out. Gotta get a sliver of glass outta my foot, then I can go downstairs...
Rebuilding this thing better be easier than taking it out. Gotta get a sliver of glass outta my foot, then I can go downstairs...
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I've got bad news for you...it's not.
That trans should be easy to take out...I really think there's something simple that you're missing like a bolt that's still attached. Is the bell housing still tight up against the engine block?
That trans should be easy to take out...I really think there's something simple that you're missing like a bolt that's still attached. Is the bell housing still tight up against the engine block?
Last edited by SteveBricks; Aug 3, 2010 at 09:53 AM.
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It sounds like you are missing some critical tools. Do you know what a transmission jack is? It's a lot safer than what you are doing with a floor jack and 2x4. You can rent everything you need. Inexpensive, particularly when compared to hospital bills.
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I probobly am missing something simple. No, at this pint, i'ts resting on the cross member, and will be lifted off of it when I start trying to remove it. I figured it wouldn't be.
Critical tools? Yeah, I am. Ofcourse, I'd love to have a garage to go with all of them, too.
Critical tools? Yeah, I am. Ofcourse, I'd love to have a garage to go with all of them, too.
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Sparky....start up a thread here in the chapter forum about your problem. You might get some more insight from people who don't necessarily follow this thread. It's worth a try anyway
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Haha. Yeah, I admit it. I need help. 
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Yup, ya got it right Steve. It's a '72 F100 SC.
Btw, the trans is now sitting in the bed of the truck.
New problems to work out: bellhousing bolts. Those suckers are on there tight. sprayed some thread loosener in there, so I'll let that sit for a time, and work in and try again in a bit.
Btw, the trans is now sitting in the bed of the truck.
New problems to work out: bellhousing bolts. Those suckers are on there tight. sprayed some thread loosener in there, so I'll let that sit for a time, and work in and try again in a bit.
