Z Bar installation complication
#1
Z Bar installation complication
Im trying to convert my 1971 442 to a manual trans. I bought a conversion kit but unfortunately the z bar is incorrect. However, the mount on the block seems to be a few inches too far forward from the mount on the frame. What could be the cause of this? Also, most of the conversion kits seem to have the mount being a 1/2" thread, while the one on my block is 3/8".
I have a cheap set of headers on the car now that i believe are the reason its difficult for the z bar to get into place, but even with correct headers the mounts seem like they are going to be too far apart. Any recommendations? Thanks!
I have a cheap set of headers on the car now that i believe are the reason its difficult for the z bar to get into place, but even with correct headers the mounts seem like they are going to be too far apart. Any recommendations? Thanks!
#2
I've never done this swap but I wanted to point out this post with a bunch of pictures. Hope this helps. https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...nfo-trans.html
#5
I would highly recommend you forget the flowtechs and buy a set of the Hooker Comp headers.
I was looking really hard at the flowtechs for my build due to the price- But at the advice of another member i shelled out a little bit more ($240) for the hookers.... MUCH better value- nice thick flanges- quality welds.
I've seen Chevy flowtech's in person and they aren't even remotely as nice as these hookers. Well worth the extra $100.
I was looking really hard at the flowtechs for my build due to the price- But at the advice of another member i shelled out a little bit more ($240) for the hookers.... MUCH better value- nice thick flanges- quality welds.
I've seen Chevy flowtech's in person and they aren't even remotely as nice as these hookers. Well worth the extra $100.
#6
I would highly recommend you forget the flowtechs and buy a set of the Hooker Comp headers.
I was looking really hard at the flowtechs for my build due to the price- But at the advice of another member i shelled out a little bit more ($240) for the hookers.... MUCH better value- nice thick flanges- quality welds.
I've seen Chevy flowtech's in person and they aren't even remotely as nice as these hookers. Well worth the extra $100.
I was looking really hard at the flowtechs for my build due to the price- But at the advice of another member i shelled out a little bit more ($240) for the hookers.... MUCH better value- nice thick flanges- quality welds.
I've seen Chevy flowtech's in person and they aren't even remotely as nice as these hookers. Well worth the extra $100.
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