Need some advice guys. I find the spec between my torque convertor mounting pads and flex plate needs to be 1/8"-3/16". I only have about 1/16". The convertor is all the way in the trans with the correct measurement of 1" from the bellhousing to the convertor pad. I need more room. I can either add a second motor plate [my trans guy advises against this as starter engagement is changed, and dowel support length is shortened.] He advised grinding the pump end of the convertor by the required amount. What do you guys think? Anyone done this? How would you be sure the convertor stays clean? Will this cause issues inside the pump if the end is not totally square? Thanks for any help. Peter
What engine and trans is this were talking about .Are you sure for certain the convertor is all the way in the pump ???
Off topic 2011 5.0L Coyote motor and 99' 4R70W trans. The convertor is all the way in and the plate is on the right way. The crank snout on the motor protrudes 50 thou. more than normal [normal being a standard 4.6L] This is what takes up most of the required play. Any ideas? Thanks.
Many racing and street applications use a plate between the motor and bellhousing as a motor mount. If the starter mounts to the bellhousing it needs the same thickness shim. I wouldn't worry about the clearance you have as long as you have clearance.
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