Recent content by justanotherguy

@V8COOPMAN. Thanks, as I was suspecting.

I'm also interested in this as my 1947 Merc may need to have the box rebuilt. I'd like to know if Ford box with shaft is the same length.

@Kerk, Yes, I'd have to check my notes for exactness, but the plate is just over 10"... and a little thicker (deeper) than stock. I like to create my own problems ;) But it's shifting well now, that's the main thing.

Quick update: The old Merc is back on the road! Thanks again everyone. The trans went in the same way it came out and now I'm a believer that removing the torque tube is much easier than it initially seemed. I also took the advantage of it being out to run new brake lines on the rear (it has a...

Update: IT'S OUT! So, after attempting to disconnect the U-joint with some wobblies and a socket (doesn't work very well) I realized that I could link my 2 long 3/8" ratchet extensions together (resulting in probably a 16-18" reach) and go through the rear of the X member, then all the way...

Ha! Okay, first laugh of the day! :) You got me! Not sure when I can get back on this project again. A lot has to be done before I can "slide" the engine forward an inch, including make room for a hoist in front of the car. Think giant Rubik's Cube.

slowforty... the torque tube wasn't an issue at all. It came out easy. But I might look into your idea of making the flex line a little longer... even though I hope I won't have to do this again.

Slowforty – Yeah, to me it's 6 of one and... Hey, is it 5:00 somewhere? :D

Well, V8COOPMAN, that makes a lot of sense. But where's the fun in that?:D

V8COOPMAN, I like how you think... certainly something to seriously consider. Since my exhaust is already unhooked, another option (with more steps) is to remove h2o hoses and the fan assembly (leave the radiator) and remove front engine mount bolts, then with a cradle, just move the engine...

Mystery solved: I slept on it. Then I got up this morning, and with only one cup of coffee (it usually takes 3) went out to the garage to take some measurements. Taking measurements from another flathead block with stock clutch attached, that pressure plate protrudes 7/8” into the trans housing...

AN UPDATE (but not what we wanted to hear) So a few more hours were spent on this 10 minute job today. The consensus from all three knuckleheads in attendance, is that it can't be done according to the manual. Marvin/TN – In order to go out the bottom, the wishbone would need to be dropped...

cas3... YES, you have the right idea too! I'm going to try it hopefully tomorrow. The torque tube, dif, rear axle, springs, are all one unit. After disconnecting things like shocks, sway bar, brakes etc, then I placed a set of old rims on to protect the drums, unbolted the leaf springs and with...

Slowforty, I think that might be it. I just came in from the garage after staring at this again... by myself... no other distractions, and I came to the same conclusion that if the engine/trans is jacked way up as far as it can go yet clear the firewall, then I pull back and rotate the trans...

Bursonaw, thanks for your attempt anyway. I appreciate it.