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Old 07-31-2010, 12:04 AM   #1
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Default 8CM merc 49 Q.

Will a '39 top loader bolt right up to an 8CM block? Rick
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Old 07-31-2010, 07:42 AM   #2
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Default Re: 8CM merc 49 Q.

No, but if you use a '49-'50 Mercury or '48-'52 truck 1/2 bell or adaptor, it will.
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Default Re: 8CM merc 49 Q.

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Will a '39 top loader bolt right up to an 8CM block? Rick
I have one cast iron late. one bolt hole has a crack, Its the one that bolts to eng. 65.00,les [email protected]
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Old 07-31-2010, 09:30 AM   #4
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Default Re: 8CM merc 49 Q.

AS V8 Bob mentioned, The 8CM will bolt up to any early V8 transmission with a 1 3/8 X 10 spline main input drive shaft if you use all the bell housing and clutch components of the 8CM or 49 through early 51 mercury with standard 3-speed or 3-speed with electric overdrive. Otherwise you have to machine the flywheel to fit the early long type clutch set up of the 59AB or earier V8s.
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Old 07-31-2010, 10:36 AM   #5
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Will a '39 top loader bolt right up to an 8CM block? Rick
Make sure you get the matching starter plate for the bell housing you use.
For instance, 1949-51 Merc bell housing and starter plate will work.
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Old 07-31-2010, 01:12 PM   #6
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THANK you guys! Exactly what I need to know. You are the best! lol
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