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Originally Posted by Ol' Ron
A note here. I think this kit uses the late starter. If it does, the block must be ground to clear it. Simple job for a hand grinder, you don't have to take of much. The AOD is a good choice, however it does need allot of power to operate, car should have 3.78/4.11 rear.
Good luck
Gramps
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I put an AOD in my ‘53 8ba (Speedway Adapter) and used stars on Flex to Crank bolts. Used an Econoline 6 cyl flex plate and re-centered the holes. Used a modified late starter and ground the block. My rear gears are 3:90s. Was a problem with eratic and late shifting. Put in a Transgo shift kit (about $30 at Summit) and it cured the problems. I run about 2200 rpms @ 65 MPH.
Also used Lokar Linkage and suggest you have someone that knows AODs setup the throttle pressure. If incorrectly done, it can ruin the AOD. Only takes a few minutes and best done with a pressure gauge.
I am very happy with the AOD as I am gentle with my car. No complaints.
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