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#44618 10/14/2003 4:13 PM | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 175 Member | | Member Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 175 | I wish some of you pros would give me some advice as I prepare to replace my engine and tranny back in the restored frame. That is what order and what things hooked together before installation. The rear end is in place. We're talking about a 49 1/2 ton. Let me know of most likely errors and how to avoid. Would like to have to do only once since I have to recruit some help. Thanks for all replys. | | |
#44619 10/14/2003 5:40 PM | Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 Bubba - Curmudgeon | | Bubba - Curmudgeon Joined: Sep 2001 Posts: 29,269 | I would next install the engine/bellhousing/clutch and then the transmission. Then connect the enclosed driveshaft (the torque tube).
Do you have a shop manual? It explains how to install the u-joint and the driveshaft torque-tube.
Is the cab off the frame?
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#44620 10/14/2003 6:10 PM | Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 175 Member | | Member Joined: Jan 2002 Posts: 175 | tclederman: thanks for response. Yes, the cab is off the frame and I do have the shop manual(well worn from use, I might add}. I will reread the germane section before this weekend. Anybody else with comments or suggestions please chime in.
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#44621 10/15/2003 1:16 AM | Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 141 Member | | Member Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 141 | Tim is right about the procedure. Now is the time to also install new motor mounts and a new transmission mount. If you have a 4 speed your install is much, much simpler with the cab off.
I have just complete the reverse of what you are doing ... remove engine, tranny, rear end from a '51 chassis. Now have the frame about 1/2 done. Removed about 30 lbs of rust/grease so far.
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