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I am about to pull the trans. out of my 51,3100. It should be fairly easy as the engine is out and the body is taken off of it, it is just sitting there on the frame . I have got a few questions before I procede. I've been reading past posts on this subject so I hope I use the right terms . I removed the four bolts and pulled that retainer and the gasket back , eexposing the bell. I then slid the bell back exposing the u-joint. I took a punch and bent the ears on the retaing clip and am now ready the remove the 4 small bolts that hold the joint together. Firstly I think I will need two of those retaining clip when I reassemble it later, where can I buy these?? After I pull the joint apart will the rear half slip back into the tube?? Then will the front half be removed from the trans with one large bolt through its center?? As far as trans. mounts is the front of the trans just supported by the engine and the back supported by the two lower bolts onthe retaining ring that bolt to the crossmember?? If so is there supposed to be rubber there at all ??i have none. Antthing else I should know before I procede?? Thanks

G'day mate,

You'll be able to get the lock tabs from Chevs of the Forties or Jim Carters. They also stock the torque tube bell seal and gasket kits. It will also pay to unscrew the collar on the end of the bell if you haven't already done this as it allows the bell to slide back further. The rear yoke will slide back on the driveshaft and allows enough room to split the coupling. If its a 4speed trans there should be a bracket which bolts onto the crossmember. When you put it back together make sure you clean the threads well and use new lock tabs. You can also use red loctite on the threads of the four wee uni-joint bolts. Yell out if you need any more info.

All the best

Bob

Bob; Thanks so much for your help. I found the lock tabs in one of my catalogues I followed your advice step by step and it went perfectly. Trans is out and delivered to the trans repair man . Thanks again..