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Jul 2, 2002 | 04:19 PM
  #1  
I am Swapping a manual 5 speed from a 1983 z-28 into a 1984 z-28 with a 700r4. I have removed the 5 speed. I have completed the prerequisite tasks for removing the 700R4 and expect to remove it during the 4rth of july holiday.

My Question:

I experianced some frustration in removing the manual transmission trying to use a 15mm socket. When I switched to 9/16 ths it worked much better.

I have heard that there are 2 bolts on the automatic that a real PITA to remove, so I would like to know before I start if anybody knows what size bolts hold the 700r4 to the engine.

Thank you in advance

George Clay
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Jul 2, 2002 | 04:29 PM
  #2  
3/8"-16 bolts, so you need a 9/16" wrench
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Jul 2, 2002 | 04:32 PM
  #3  
Actually use a 9/16" socket on a swivel with a bunch of extensions. I usually grab 1/2" drive for this as the 3/8" flexes too much. Drop the x-member down and start at the top, all the bolts are very accessible from under the car, just make sure you don't smash the distributer cap off the firewall...
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Jul 2, 2002 | 04:36 PM
  #4  
Thanks, For the valuable info.... I have already removed the distributor cap in case of problems banging against the firewall
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