Proper way to mount flexplate/TC/Trans, AWD

[97gst_spyder]

I'm in the middle of swapping my FWD 5-spd, to an AWD auto. It just dawned on me that I have no idea what the process is to install the flexplate/TC/trans. Basically the order of install is what I need. Plus any tips to make this easier would be great!!

Thanks!

 

[e85_4g63]

You need the adapter ring or whatever it's properly named, in the end of the crank, then the flexplate bolts to the crank (like a flywheel in a 5 speed car), then the torque converter bolts to the flexplate and goes onto the input shaft in the trans.

 

[97gst_spyder]

So, flexplate install, then TC to flexplate, then install trans. Sweet, that's what I thought but I wanted to make sure.

I have to remove the crank dowel pin, and add the pilot bearing.

Also, don't let the trans be held up with the TC, or the pump is toast correct?

 

[floader]

Ya got that backwards I think. Put the flexplate on the motor, then put the converter in the transmission, make sure it's seated all the way. IPT has a video of this by the way. The you bolt the motor to the trans. Last thing you do is put the converter to flex plate bolts in.

 

[97gst_spyder]

Did you have a link to the video??

 

[floader]

They are stickey'ed in the auto section. I believe it's at the end of the valve body install vid.

 

[doubleclutch99]

Don't forrget to put a little lube on the torque convertor shaft before installing the convertor into the trans to avoid dry start up.