snowmobiler7c
Well-Known Member
This will be my first engine/trans install. I'm working on my 70 swinger currently waiting on new ARP bell housing/flex plate bolts. Once they arrive I plan on installing the smallblock engine/transmission in one piece, in the next couple weeks when I get some free time. I am probably over thinking this but is it possible to install the headers on the engine and lower it all into the chassis or is this impossible and asking for trouble? I previously planned on lowering the engine onto the headers but thought maybe it is a possibility. I have a set of the dougs headers for the car. Also is there any issues installing the starter while everything is out of the car?
Lastly if I fill the convertor with 3qts of fluid and bolt everything up, will I lose the majority of the fluid back into the trans when the engine is tilted on an angle for installation?
Any other suggestions and tips would be appreciated. Thanks
Lastly if I fill the convertor with 3qts of fluid and bolt everything up, will I lose the majority of the fluid back into the trans when the engine is tilted on an angle for installation?
Any other suggestions and tips would be appreciated. Thanks