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Old 05-19-2010, 05:07 AM   #15
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Default Re: "18" Transmission questions...

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Originally Posted by Bruce Lancaster View Post
The 18 style cases will have the uninterrupted taper from engine flange back to case, 48 style and up have a nearly straight area for about an inch and slightly moved cross shaft/different fork, all to clear the bigger clutches.
Old post here summarizes trans part spotting: http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/s...1939&showall=1
I believe as Bruce mentioned in his post, the 18- case will not be as deep as the 48- case in the clutch bell area. A 9" clutch & PP will work well but if you want a 10" clutch, some grinding for clearance on the inside of the bell will be required. JM
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