The problem was the mounting of the mag base, and the fact that I didn't install/torque all of my bellhousing bolts. The Tremec video said you only needed a couple bolts.
Tremec was wrong.
Tremec was wrong.
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1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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Gotchya. SO Ford Racing Products FTW!~David~
My 1987 Crown Victoria Coupe: The Brown Blob
My 2004 Mercedes Benz E320:The Benz
Originally posted by ootdega
My life is a long series of "nevermind" and "I guess not."
Originally posted by DerekTheGreat
But, that's just coming from me, this site's biggest pessimist. Best of luck
Originally posted by gadget73
my car starts and it has AC. Yours doesn't start and it has no AC. Seems obvious to me.
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OK, those numbers are a lot more sensible.
Whenever you're messing with critical dimensions like that, having all the bolts in is a good idea. In theory the dowels do the locating but unless its good and tight you may not have it completely flat against the mating surface.86 Lincoln Town Car (Galactica).
5.0 HO, CompCams XE258,Scorpion 1.72 roller rockers, 3.55 K code rear, tow package, BHPerformance ported E7 heads, Tmoss Explorer intake, 65mm throttle body, Hedman 1 5/8" headers, 2.5" dual exhaust, ASP underdrive pulley
91 Lincoln Mark VII LSC grandpa spec white and cranberry
1984 Lincoln Continental TurboDiesel - rolls coal
Originally posted by phayzer5
I drive a Lincoln. I can't be bothered to shift like the peasants and rabble rousers
Everything looks like voodoo if you don't understand how it worksComment
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Progress! Finally got the clutch and everything installed (was waiting on time and a couple parts). Also got the column shifter removed, pulled the steering column, and removed my pedal assembly. For good measure (and while I had it accessible) I removed my smog pipe from the back of the head, cut off the ends, and bolted them back on backwards. I won't be needing those anymore since I have no emissions
Pics!Attached Files1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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Perty foot ya got there. New parts look great!
Hows that column shifter remove? Any pointers as I am going down this road?~David~
My 1987 Crown Victoria Coupe: The Brown Blob
My 2004 Mercedes Benz E320:The Benz
Originally posted by ootdega
My life is a long series of "nevermind" and "I guess not."
Originally posted by DerekTheGreat
But, that's just coming from me, this site's biggest pessimist. Best of luck
Originally posted by gadget73
my car starts and it has AC. Yours doesn't start and it has no AC. Seems obvious to me.
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Wearing your safety shoes I see.
Not that I can talk, I was doing some work on the lathe barefoot a little while ago.86 Lincoln Town Car (Galactica).
5.0 HO, CompCams XE258,Scorpion 1.72 roller rockers, 3.55 K code rear, tow package, BHPerformance ported E7 heads, Tmoss Explorer intake, 65mm throttle body, Hedman 1 5/8" headers, 2.5" dual exhaust, ASP underdrive pulley
91 Lincoln Mark VII LSC grandpa spec white and cranberry
1984 Lincoln Continental TurboDiesel - rolls coal
Originally posted by phayzer5
I drive a Lincoln. I can't be bothered to shift like the peasants and rabble rousers
Everything looks like voodoo if you don't understand how it worksComment
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It was 100 degrees. Shorts and flip flops, and lots of bugspray
The column shifter wasn't terrible, but now I have to figure out a suitable cover for the boot that goes through the firewall. The shifter itself comes off of the steering column with a pin and a couple screws/bolts here and there. The rest of the linkage is under the car. Working on my pedal assembly tonight!1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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I now have a 5 speed panther! There were some modifications that had to be made (for the TKO) the trans mount will work but the crossmember needs to be modified some. Not a big deal, eventually I will make a better modification. I really, really need a welder. The angle grinder and trans jack were the REAL MVPs though!Attached Files1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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You should see if you can change that plate to "KFC 4U" at no cost.
How is that attached to the crossmember? Looks like you cut the middle out and its just laying there. No es bueno. That thing will be very weak with a hunk cut from it.86 Lincoln Town Car (Galactica).
5.0 HO, CompCams XE258,Scorpion 1.72 roller rockers, 3.55 K code rear, tow package, BHPerformance ported E7 heads, Tmoss Explorer intake, 65mm throttle body, Hedman 1 5/8" headers, 2.5" dual exhaust, ASP underdrive pulley
91 Lincoln Mark VII LSC grandpa spec white and cranberry
1984 Lincoln Continental TurboDiesel - rolls coal
Originally posted by phayzer5
I drive a Lincoln. I can't be bothered to shift like the peasants and rabble rousers
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It is just like that for now, since the tailshaft backbone wouldn't clear. I am going to box the crossmember correctly, don't worry. It will actually run a stock (new) AOD mount. It is actually in there too. No bolts in it presently.Originally posted by gadget73 View Post
I just registered in in Alabama, I pick up my plate next weenend.1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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1985.03 Crown Vic. Coupe "CVGT" Build thread - china whirlybird, burnout machine.
The only 6 speed box on a late model frame.
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I have a fetish with the clutch pedal mod. Post pedals! (If you got that far)1990 Country Squire - under restoration
1988 Crown Vic LTD Wagon - daily beater
GMN Box Panther History
Box Panther Horsepower and Torque Ratings
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They are a work in progress. Need to find a friend with a welder.Originally posted by Tiggie View Post1983 Grand Marquis 2Dr Sedan "Mercules"
Tremec TKO conversion, hydraulic clutch, HURST equipped!
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Torch + coat hanger would get the job done. Not pretty but it fits with the registration
86 Lincoln Town Car (Galactica).
5.0 HO, CompCams XE258,Scorpion 1.72 roller rockers, 3.55 K code rear, tow package, BHPerformance ported E7 heads, Tmoss Explorer intake, 65mm throttle body, Hedman 1 5/8" headers, 2.5" dual exhaust, ASP underdrive pulley
91 Lincoln Mark VII LSC grandpa spec white and cranberry
1984 Lincoln Continental TurboDiesel - rolls coal
Originally posted by phayzer5
I drive a Lincoln. I can't be bothered to shift like the peasants and rabble rousers
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The hole cut in the trans tunnel is larger than the shifter assembly because the TKO bits are sticking up further? Just wondering.
And don't leave out the gorilla cart. Looks like he is carrying his weight too.~David~
My 1987 Crown Victoria Coupe: The Brown Blob
My 2004 Mercedes Benz E320:The Benz
Originally posted by ootdega
My life is a long series of "nevermind" and "I guess not."
Originally posted by DerekTheGreat
But, that's just coming from me, this site's biggest pessimist. Best of luck
Originally posted by gadget73
my car starts and it has AC. Yours doesn't start and it has no AC. Seems obvious to me.
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