Try this link. I had the exact same problem...
http://www.ProjectVixen.com/week25.htm
-Dave
larry gardinier wrote:
> Guys,
> I'm at wit's end. I've been trying for two full days to install the
> torqueflight in my 58 Savoy. The engine is in the car, I'm using a
> rented transmission jack (35.00 per day). The problem is aligning the
> pump with the torque converter. I've been lining them up visually and
> then it takes about an hour or two of choice words and crud falling into
> my eyes to get the trans to the last 1/4 inch. I'm able to thread the
> 4 bolts on with my fingertips, but the factory service manual says not
> to force the trans on by tightening the bolts. According to the fsm if
> it doesn't just slide right in, then the pump is not aligned. So far no
> amount of jiggling or pushing has worked.
> Can I turn the torque converter and align it by feel?
> I'm desperate, have any of you got any suggestions?
> Thanks in advance,
> Larry Gardinier
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