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Top Tranny Bolt Hints and Pep Talk

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Use 1/2" extensions

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I used all my 1/2" extensions for about 3 ft worth.

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Replace angle of attack

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Try using the combination of extensions and maybe throw a universal joint in there to change the angle of attack..

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Use really long 1/2" extention

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I lowered the trans and used a really long 1/2" extention with a universal socket.

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Replace angle of attack

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Try using the combination of extensions and maybe throw a universal joint in there to change the angle of attack..

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Use 1/2" drive otherwise they flex too much

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Use all 1/2" drive otherwise they flex too much.

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Try using the combination of extensions and maybe throw a universal joint in there to change the angle of attack..

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Use 1/2" drive otherwise they flex too much

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Use all 1/2" drive otherwise they flex too much.

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Use 1/2" extensions

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I used all my 1/2" extensions for about 3 ft worth.

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Use really long 1/2" extention

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I lowered the trans and used a really long 1/2" extention with a universal socket.

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POST 1 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I started my IMS/RMS/ clutch replacement. I would like as many tips for getting the top tranny bolt out. I can get a socket on it but can't get a ratchet anywhere that allows me to get enough force to loosen it. I'm frustated and giving up for the night and maybe will have a epiphany.

POST 2Original post

Look for a thread by Cefalu a couple weeks back. If I'm understood him correctly, he got that bolt with like 3' of extensions. (I haven't done this job myself yet, but I'm rigorously collecting data in preparation for it.)

POST 3Original post

Did it three times. It is a PITA but you can do it. You will require a long extension and lower the rear of the transmission which will tilt the engine down more giving you more working room. Good luck..

POST 4Original post

Got my tranny out right now. I lowered the trans and used a really long 1/2" extention with a universal socket.

POST 5Original post

I used all my 1/2" extensions for about 3 ft worth. Rick 99 996C4 87 944S

POST 6Original post

Try using the combination of extensions and maybe throw a universal joint in there to change the angle of attack.. I recall at one point especially the top bolt, I had to turn it about 1/8 in at a time.

POST 7 / ORIGINAL POSTEROriginal post

I got it out. The trick is to lower the transmission first to get the top bolt.

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POST 10Original post

It sure helps when you can look at the schematic to know exactly how to proceed.Thanks.

POST 11Original post

Haha I lowered the trans nose down a lot more than 25mm! But yes, you need a swivel and 3' of extensions. Use all 1/2" drive otherwise they flex too much. Once the tranny is down, that's a good time to unbolt the slave cylinder. The bolts are alot easier to get to.

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