This is the first of a long line of questions I'm sure as this is my first rebuild, but hopefully someone can help me out. I pulled my Low-Reverse clutch pack and reinstalled a new one, but the thickness does not match what my Haynes manual says it should be. I dont know the history of this transmission, nor have I done this transmission rebuild before so I really dont know if a spacer plate is missing or not. The manual says the clutch pack thickness laid out on a bench should be 1.2 to 1.25" but mine is only measuring 13/16". I know spacing plates are available, but before I buy one I need to know if this thickness includes the low-reverse clutch ***embly (roller clutch, inner race) which is measuring right at 1.25" with the low-reverse clutch pack included? Thanks guys and gals!
The factory manual calls for a total stack heighth INCLUDING the selective spacer of 1.15"-1.18"..........that's with 5 fiber and four steels. You adjust the whole stack with the selective spacer.
stack it up in the case and put in your center support. then you can reach in through the valvebody side and check the clearance. This is how my grandpa taught my dad, and my dad taught me. Oh and obviously make sure you have the reverse piston and springs in there. You can also just air check that unit and watch it to see what your clearance is. Good luck.
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