4kq transmisson replacement

[Huw Powell]

> A friend of mine (who's not on the list) is going to
> replace the transmission in his '85 4kq soon.

> 1. What are the sizes used for the engine-trans bolts? I read that
> they are allen head, that's why I ask.

a lot of 17mm hexes, some 15's and a couple three allen heads.  maybe
even some 19's?  nah...

>
> 2. Any particular advice on what size and length extensions are needed
> to do the job?

All of them.  Actually, those aren't so bad, even wrenches will work I
think.

The downpipe nuts will require some tricky tool alignments though.

>
> 3. I also found some stuff about making sure the front of the engine
> does not rock back and forth and to jack up the front of the engine to
> get the trans off. Any specific tips on how to do this?

jack and wood block under something solid at the front of the engine.
with the tranny "unmounted," the engine will tilt back.  The rack-tie
rod bracket is also in the way and must be undone to move it.

> 4. What part number is the clutch alignment tool? I don't have a 4kq
> Bentley, neither does he, that's the problem.

One clutch pack I got came with one - just a plastic rod with splines,
etc.

You should at least get the Haynes, this is a bog job and a $20 manual
is good insurance.  Perhaps you could borrow a Bentley too?

Good luck!

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Huw Powell

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