Can get it Loose - C4 trans removal

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  1. 72Comet35

    72Comet35 New Member

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    I pulled my 302 with a C4 and i took off the starter off and the 6 bolts that attach the bell and it will not pull off. its loose and has a 2 in or so gap but will not pull free. .. any advise? please help
     
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  2. PAINTANK

    PAINTANK Cometosis Obsessivus

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    I did that with my old Fury. That 727 just wouldn't let go.
     
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    Pull the converter nuts - there are four of them. Sometimes the alignment studs get stuck and you have to pry them apart.
     
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    ok cool thanks ill try that tomorrow morning.. any other ideas?
     
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    starsky74 Technician

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    converter nuts.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    if the transmission is back...2"...i wouldn't think the studs are the problem.

    ...:huh:...
     
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    justin has a 74 Maverick bandit official

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    rookie!:D

    i hope that trans is drained!
     
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    yellow75 MCCI Oregon State Rep Supporting Member

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    Inspection cover plate is holding it on
     
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    thanks guys i know im a rookie but i got it off...
     
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    What was holding it?
     
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    well im a dam fool.. there was another small plate on the bottom that had 2 bolts in it i didnt see because it was on the ground i didnt see them... thanks for the help
     
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    Yep been there done that :)
     
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