Date:         Tue, 15 May 2012 12:24:38 -0700
Reply-To:     Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM>
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From:         Scott Daniel - Turbovans <scottdaniel@TURBOVANS.COM>
Subject:      Re: what clues about engine health can I get
Comments: To: Rick Koller <rkoller@HELIX.NIH.GOV>
In-Reply-To:  <201205151313.q4FDDID1059039@helix.nih.gov>
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you need to get shorter lower engine mounting studs for the engine it to
fit properly on the auto trans.

you set up end play with a torque converter drive plate just like it was
a regular flywheel. Same deal.

scott
turbovans.com

On 5/15/2012 6:13 AM, Rick Koller wrote:
> I have a similiar situation with a spare engine and will do the
> checks listed by Ken and Alistair. My plan is to rehab this engine
> for an automatic van. Can I replace the flywheel/clutch etc with a
> flex plate without any needed mods. Of course I will replace the main
> seal, but what about the shims behind the seal? Just remove them? I
> don't have my bentley handy to check. Thanks.
> Rick
>