Installing Engine/Bell Housing alignmnet pins

[mtgibby]

I pulled the engine and transmission out of the R2 this weekend. The previous owner had them temp installed when they stopped the restoration.

Turns out the bell housing alignment pins are not installed.

After I center the bell housing using the alignment procedure, what is the best way to replace/install the missing pins?

Is there an off the shelf replacement?

Thanks!

Mike

[1963r2]

Hello Mike

I'm pretty sure you can get them from most if not all stude parts vendors.

If not remove from any other Stude V8

pb

[mfg]

After you perform the alignment procedure to your satisfaction, simply drill two proper size new holes through the bellhousing and block flange and tap them into place.

[lschuc]

Be careful when drilling the alignment holes. Use a good and sharp drill bit and keep your drill level. The cast iron of the bellhousing is brittle and can easily crack.

[Charlie Kile]

If you can find one use a drill designed for drilling "Lexan".

Charlie RQB3921

[mtgibby]

I purchased new SS 3/8 alignment pins.

Should I enlarge the old holes or drill new holes?

[lschuc]

put the pins in the existing holes and check the alignment first. it may be ok. And if now, you will need to drill new holes.