bajajoaquin
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Sorry, I didn't mean the tank itself. But if you're doing EFI, I understand that the best way to do it is to put in an in-tank pump. I was curious why you didn't go that route when you had the tank out.
Checking out a 66 300
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Yea there isn't an option for a c body to have an in tank pump. Tanks Inc has some mopar options but they're all smaller capacity. So I figured the power surge made more sense then using a small tank. You are correct that the best way is to have a submerged pump.
I actually was able to get everything installed. The new mechanical pump works great and doesn't drain back. I was able to push the rod up and not have to remove the plug right now. I'm planning on pulling the motor and trans this winter anyway so I'll tackle the plug and measure the rod then.
bajajoaquin
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Got it, thanks. EFI is on the list but I had been agonizing about paying for the temporary front mount pump before dropping the tank and installing one there later. This helps me make up my mind.
Chris Phillips
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My convertible is a survivor car. As far as a sound body goes, if it were like mine, I would look at the floorboards behind the front seats. That was the only area that my car had the metal cancer bad. I've noticed a shortage of the portion behind the drivers side is much harder to come by than the right side. Andy's Auto was where I found both rear sides, where the filler floorboard is. Good luck.
BoatMan
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Slammed is beautiful... I could use a thread link that says how to adjust torsion bar to get lower om my 66 300.
Well now that the rain has moved back to the PNW I have a list of stuff to do. The boats in dry dock for the winter so out comes the motor and trans.
Torqueflite Patty convinced me to tear into the trans myself. If I get to over my head I'll just call him and have him come down. For my first trans pull it was painfully easy. Now for the interesting part of doing a rebuild.
On the motor I found out that what I thought was a rear main leak was actually a slow leak from the plug behind the flex plate. I'll address that along with checking out my timing chain and other components. I might as well, the motor is gonna be out.
Torqueflite Patty convinced me to tear into the trans myself. If I get to over my head I'll just call him and have him come down. For my first trans pull it was painfully easy. Now for the interesting part of doing a rebuild.
On the motor I found out that what I thought was a rear main leak was actually a slow leak from the plug behind the flex plate. I'll address that along with checking out my timing chain and other components. I might as well, the motor is gonna be out.
Got the motor out. One thing I didn't count on was the length of the nose of the old girl. So I figured what the hell, I have a 6 inch thick engineered laminated beam running through the garage I'll use that. I grabbed 2 10k chains from work and a 2 ton chain hoist. Worked like a charm. Now I get to clean the entire engine bay before the motor and trans go back in. Fun times ahead.
Not happening
Not happening
68PK21 440.6bbl
Old Man with a Hat
I love finding transmissions well preserved by engine oil and road grime like this one.
Just lightly de-grease and wholl'a 'Factory Patina'!
Chain fall is the way to go, used a fairly robust roll around stand but with cheep wheels on a big block once... never again. (but I was a lite weight back then)
heck I've even used a come-along...
And snaking the engine & trans together back in like some do is a sure way to bang & scratch it all up. (love these cars shows that do it).
VERY SWEET RIDE BTW!
Ripinator
Old Man with a Hat
Mighty fine! Very soon, I am contemplating a similar set of pictures of my convertible.
65sporty
Old Man with a Hat
Is the chain for the chain fall going through your drywall and over the beam? I can't tell from the pic
Ripinator
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65sporty
Old Man with a Hat
FunnyI assume you are not referring to my chain. . . Are you pulling my chain?!?
and no I am not pulling your chain.I need a engine stand like yours. I have the cheap 750# HF special. That motor is super clean though.
The beam was dry walled. I went up over the beam and down for the chain fall. I didn't even hear a creak out of anything. Super easy.
Ripinator
Old Man with a Hat
I betcha YouTube is yer friend. . .
For sure you tube was helpful on this adventure. This book has helped out the most though
I was really surprised when I got into it. It was obviously worked on in the past and it seemed recent. All the clutches looked brand new, both bands looks great with lots of life left. No burnt steels. The end play was right in the middle of the spec range before I tore into it. I ordered up a paper and rubber seal kit and now it’s going back together.
I’m glad I tore into it myself. I’ve learned a ton in the process.
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Way to keep at it.
It's always just been lift,wiggle,turn,curse,shake until it goes all the way in... worst case, removed and make sure everything is free with a long screwdriver, repeat...
p.s. the cursing is extremely important...
I texted my buddy who has probably rebuilt a hundred 727, he says he likes to stand it on the tail shaft. He said it takes a lot of patience so that is normal.
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