clutch

Hi everyone,

I have a '53 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe that I am rebuilding the torque converter on. I pulled the tranny and clutch housing, but I can't get the clutch off. When I try to unscrew the bolts (tourque converter to driving plate), the clutch just rotates. I tried sticking a screwdriver in there, but it didn't work. I know it sounds stupid, but how do you guys do it?

Thanks,

-Tom

P.S. When I replace the O-rings in the oil channels (it's an engine fed converter), do I need to use a special type of O-ring, or can I just buy regular ones down at the hardware store? Thanks again

Assuming you want to lock up the engine, an old trick is to feed a length of clothes line into one cylinder, through the spark plug hole.

Even if I lock up the engine, it won't to any good. The torque converter just spins.

Thanks,

-Tom

NEW STORY!!!

I got the bolts connecting the driving plate to the turbine shaft of the torque converter off, but the clutch still won't come completely off. I can move it about 3/4" toward the back of the car, but then it just stops. I don't think it's binding or anything, because it feels springy. Any suggestions?

Thanks,

-Tom

Never mind, I got it figured out. I was loosening the wrong bolts!

-Tom