more parts…removed tranny, phase I
Hmmm, since my last post I have bought a used set of Ireland sway bars.  I’ll need order new links for the front though. Update I order a pair from rs4pro3 from s14.net for $65. The Ireland Engineering versions cost $85 plus shipping. Hopefully they are good. (UPDATE: sway bar links pics below)
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Today I had some time to spare on the M. Â I decided to tackle the drivetrain, mainly the clutch, clutch slave cylinder, shifter components, guibo, center support bearing, and the tranny itself. Â Most of these components are in dire need of replacement. Â Moving the exhaust was the first step, so off it went from the header flange. Â Then the heat shields and driveshaft center support bearing were next. Â Since I’m working from under the car, removing the tranny with the bellhousing would be tough. Â Removing just the tranny would be the way to go. Â The four 19 mm nuts that hold the tranny to the bellhousing was a moderate ordeal. Â The two right, and one lower left nut were a breeze to remove with some creative socketry (?), the upper left one was a little more diffcult. Â There is no room to insert a socket or even a good wrench; so, I got creative. Â The only tool that fit was a cheapo 19mm that I keep in the emergency kit. Â It’s thin walled and expendible…just what I needed!
Here are some pics of phase one:
Removal of Exhaust. Presoak those nuts first.
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