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Transmission Removal

Removal of the transmission is very easy if you use a transmission jack to support the transmission after removing the bolts securing it to the bellhousing. If a transmission jack is not available, one technique that works well is to remove the top bolts of the transmission that secures it to the bellhousing. Install long guide pins in the same holes that you have removed the transmission top bolts from. The transmission will slide back easily on these guide pins until the input shaft clears the clutch assembly and then the transmission can be lowered to the floor. It is recommended that you have someone assist you in lowering the transmission down. Transmissions vary in weight, but depending on the transmission, can range from one hundred to several hundred pounds. Once the transmission is removed examine the quill of the front bearing retainer sleeve of the transmission. The quill is prone to wearing due to the clutch release bearing sliding back and forth on it. If there is wear here, it is critical that this be replaced. Failure to do so will cause the clutch release bearing to bind on the quill, and prevent the release of the clutch system. On certain Ford vehicles this quill is part of the complete transmission case and cannot be replaced. There is a kit offered by AltoStandard to repair this quill by placing a sleeve over this area. For a fraction of the cost of replacing the transmission case, AltoStandard offers a kit that will help repair the quill by placing a sleeve over the area. The kit includes a clutch release bearing which has a larger internal dimension to slide over the sleeve.

Bellhousing Removal

After removing the transmission, remove the starter if necessary. Disconnect the clutch fork and spring. Remove the bellhousing bolts and lower to the floor. Remove the clutch release bearing from the fork. Remove the clutch fork from the ball stud and clean. Inspect the fork and ball stud for wear. If there is wear on these components, they should be replaced. Remove the bolts from the clutch cover. As the cover is removed, carefully grab the clutch disc as it falls out. At this point, pay close attention to which side the clutch disc spring dampener is facing so you are aware of how it should be reinstalled. Using the pilot bearing removal tool, remove the pilot bearing from the end of the crankshaft.

Flywheel Removal

Before removing the flywheel, using a punch, make corresponding marks on the flywheel and the crankshaft. This technique assures that the flywheel can be reinstalled at the same location as it originally was. This eliminates the possibility of corrupting the balance of the engine. Secure the engine from rotating and remove the flywheel bolts. The flywheel bolts will be very tight due to tightening compounds used on installation.