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10-04-2020, 06:41 PM | #1 |
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automatic trans and the 8cm engine
not familiar with the requirements to attach an automatic to a flathead, not sure if it will be a merc-o-matic or a c4 any help would be appreciated
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10-04-2020, 06:53 PM | #2 |
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Re: automatic trans and the 8cm engine
make sure your 8CM is 1951-53, the hole at the rear of the crankshaft on a 49-50 is not large enough for the front hub of the torque converter on an automatic trans
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10-04-2020, 07:05 PM | #3 |
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Re: automatic trans and the 8cm engine
The C-4 is a lighter, more efficient trans than a Fordo/Merco. The offset is you have to get an adapter for the C-4. Flat-O-Matic may have the situation with the small crank hole remedied though.
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10-04-2020, 07:17 PM | #4 |
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Re: automatic trans and the 8cm engine
You can use an AOD with a Speedway Adaptor Kit which includes all that you will need in addition to that transmission. I bought a used adaptor kit on EBay. An AOD is a reasonably easy install with good results. The pre Electronic AOD is the one you want and if your rear end ratio is high, you should put in a Transgo Valve Kit (about $25.00) so shifting is correct. I have a 3:90 rear end in my can and I think the AOD was set to work around 3:31. Then you have to modify the driveshaft, install an oil cooler, throttle pressure cable, etc. I am real happy and would do it again.
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10-05-2020, 07:32 PM | #5 |
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