1000hp 727 full manual build

Took me 2 full days to build the trans to spec. Another 5 hours to install and when I almost announced job done and turned the key to start the car, I heard cracking noise. Instantly realized I forgot to tighten the bolts on the starter.
Result was cracked housing.
This meat unbolting drivers side header, to get starter off the car.
I tried to buy a new starter but ended up welding the housing back together. Need to import new starter to have a spare just in case.

After all the drama car runs and drives.
Change of 1st gear ratio is a game changer. Much better off the line performance! Also trans shifts stronger and I got rid of 2/3 overlap.
And it’s dry after driving some miles ;-)

Overall I am very happy with this. I was thinking about 2nd gen hemi for my Duster, but after this trans in/out experience, I must say, NO THANKS ;-)