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Title: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 03 2012, 04:47:08 PM: This info works on a solid car that isn't full of rust spots!!
When the trans was down on the weekend it was pointed out to me how the firewall has a 1" lip overhang where it meets the body & prevents using a 3ft extension to get at the 2 top bolts. The passenger side is impossible from the under the car. Take a 5-10lb hammer & bang the lip towards the back of the body so it's pretty much flat & then your socket will slide right up for easy removal & installation! So much easier with that lip gone! :rock:
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Steve Wood on July 03 2012, 04:51:54 PM: I have always used a long wobble extension and been able to get on it...Next time I have one out, I will remember your tip and make it easier

Thanks!
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Scott87 on July 03 2012, 05:24:24 PM: I just remove the coil pack to get to them.

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Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 03 2012, 06:33:22 PM: Steve got the driver side but passenger no way! Maybe the cars vary slightly by 1/4"??
I have done the coil method many times but its still a pain to hang over the engine if you have added wires from Racetronix & Caspers etc. Plus it's hard on the back after 1/2 an hour. I did have it removed but it was taking too long.
Mike says watch this & bam they were in! :rock:

10 lb hammers rule!! :player:
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: daveismissing on July 03 2012, 07:55:06 PM: Agree with David:
Well, maybe cuz its that I'm a lard *ss but my back just can't take hanging stretched over an engine like that any more. Dunno how you guys still do it
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Steve Wood on July 03 2012, 07:57:08 PM: ten minutes is my limit these days...someone did good work on Dave's back
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 03 2012, 07:59:47 PM: Quote from: daveismissing on July 03 2012, 07:55:06 PM
Agree with David:
Well, maybe cuz its that I'm a lard *ss but my back just can't take hanging stretched over an engine like that any more. Dunno how you guys still do it

In my younger days I spent weeks at a time playing around but I'll bet it contributed to my screwy back! I can't imagine doing that 3-4 hours a week now!
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: tb3 on July 03 2012, 09:00:51 PM: 2 words!!!!!!

NEW BODY BUSHINGS!!!!!!!!

you'll be amazed at how easy it will make things for you power train maintance wise
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 03 2012, 09:10:55 PM: Did my bushings 10 years ago. Maybe the RJC drivers side poly motor mount affects it???

I know that Mike & his Dad have been at this for many years & both know a lot of tricks!
Plus anyone that can pick up & install a 9/11 under the car on his back with One Hand is not someone I would argue with!!! :O :O
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: earlbrown on July 04 2012, 04:28:07 PM: Poly body bushings were worth 1/2" of lift on my car
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: smokin-6 on July 10 2012, 08:36:47 AM: I don't remember it being a problem taking them out but I will find out tomorrow, I have the new engine in but I still have to put in the bolts for mounts and trans.

Is it easy access to bang this lip with the 10lb hammer?
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 10 2012, 10:06:05 AM: As long as trans is out then 2 mins. You'll see the lip overhang that is just untrimmed sheet metal. just bang it forward slightly. Mine was ok on driver side but pass was really tight so just a 1/4" will help. I have the HR on DS so maybe thats why its easier there?
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: smokin-6 on July 13 2012, 02:37:47 PM: I was able to get the bolts in with no problem, well, my neck kinda hurts. Lying on my back with jack stands sucks, God I miss my lift.
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: Just a Six? on July 13 2012, 03:34:49 PM: I can relate to your neck & back screaming at you after that job!! What a PITA!! :013:
Title: Re: Learned a new trick for easy trans removal!
Post by: TexasT on July 15 2012, 03:54:50 PM: Fixed with a hammer, obviously not an electrical problem.