but this is what you said;" The automatics are supported at the bell housing and the tailshaft." That is the simple term that you stated. that is what I am questioning . I am not an expert like you, so this is what I am trying to figure out
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and a little history of where I come from
http://forum.woodenboat.com/showthread.php?156542-old-boatshop-in-Steveston