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From: Greg Perry <rgperry@earthlink.net>
> Bob,
>
> I just use 3/8 inch round steel rod from the hardware store. I use two 12"
>(or
> there about) pieces to make the alignment easier when mating the trans to the
> back plate. When finished just knock them out and put in the 3/8 bolts last.
According to Herman, the difference between using the locating dowels and using
bolts is enough to severely shorten the life of the clutch. If you are doing
the 5 speed conversion, once you knock out the 12" rod, replace them with the
dowels, not bolts.
Irv Korey
74 TR6 CF22767U
Highland Park, IL
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