Drivetrain Refurb questions

[DMC-81]

So, the tranny is back in! I still need to install the drive axles/starter/clutch master/ braided clutch line. That may be a little while from now since I majority pinched a nerve in my lower back while putting that bugger back in. I really hope it works as I don’t think I have it in me to un-install/re-install it again by myself. But...its done!!

Looks great!

[Trstno1]

Well, My back is finally on the mend. I was able to finish up re-installing the drive axles, filling the transmission with gear oil (75W 90 due to the colder climate), install the clutch primary cylinder, install the stainless line from primary to slave, and bleed. I got the car down from the stilts and started her up. I put it in reverse and it went backwards! I put it in 1st.... it went forward! I was beside myself grinning ear to ear!!. I backed it out of the garage, checked for leaks and took her for a drive. Holy cow!! The transmission shifted sooooo friggin smooth! It went into 2nd easily!!!!! I slowly went around the neighborhood. After it passed that test, I took her out on the main roads, then on to the highway. She did absolutely perfect!!! I’m back to living the dream!!! Just in time for summer.

A big thank you for everyone who helped me through this. I learned a ton and feel very accomplished!!

[David T]

Very nice work. Work up to longer and longer trips till you get confidence it is all good. After a few hundred miles get back underneath and look for anything loose, missing etc. Keep note of any other problems and tackle them one-by-one till you have the car the way you want.

[DMC-81]

Great Job! That looks like a better than new install.