Re: [FWDLK] 727 Adapter: was[FWDLK] Tranny update conversions

[David Homstad <Dhomstad@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

John,

You are right. The block bolt pattern is the same. You need to use a 727
from an A block for these adapters. The main purpose of the adapter is to
allow the use of 62 and later torque converters and flex plates. The method
the later flex plate is centered on the crank is different.

Dave Homstad
56 Dodge D500

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Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 8:46 AM
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Subject: [FWDLK] 727 Adapter: was[FWDLK] Tranny update conversions

Speaking of tranny adapters;  What does the tranny adapter do?  The Wilcap
adapter is 1" thick (according to their website).  In addition, there is a
crankshaft spacer (unknown thickness).

The original spacer between my hemi and powerflite bell housing is 3/4".
Based on the pictures, it looks like the flex plate and the hemi 8 bolt
crank have the same bolt pattern.  It also looks like the 727 uses the same
bolt holes in the hemi block as the old bell housing.

There must be a reason why you couldn't just bolt everything up without the
adapter, assuming a cut was made to allow the reduction gear starter
clearance to bolt to the tranny.

Has anyone on the list used an adapter like the Wilcap unit?

John Compton



----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Sealey" <mopar2ya@xxxxxxxxx>
To: <L-FORWARDLOOK@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Tuesday, June 19, 2001 3:40 AM
Subject: Re: [FWDLK] Tranny update conversions


> Some months ago someone mentioned procedures for
> converting the MoPar A500/A518 or post-'66 A904/A727
> to shift via cable, which would allow retention of the
> pushbuttons. Anybody know more about this? If I ever
> build the '57 D100 pickup of my dreams I'll want to do
> this.
>
> Mike Sealey, San Francisco CA
> '57 Plymouth Sport Suburban
>
> --- David Homstad <Dhomstad@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
>
> (snip)
>
> > You have lots of tranny choices:
> >
> > 1. Cast iron TorqueFlight, 56 - 61. Comes with brake
> > drum on the tail. No adapter required. Could use a
> > 57 TF drive shaft with out change.
> > 2. Aluminum 727A TorqueFlight. Needs an adapter,
> > which is readily available from multiple sources.
> > Must be from an "A" series engine.
> > Sub choices:
> > a. 1962 Chrysler tail extension has the emergency
> > brake drum.
> > b. 62 - 64 can be cable shifted to use original push
> > buttons.
> > c. Latter 3 speed TorqueFlights.
> > 3. Chrysler 518 overdrive. Uses same adapter as 727A
> > 4. GM PowerGlide, TH350, TH400, and overdrives
> > 700R4, 4L60-E, 4L80-E. Needs an adapter that is
> > available.
>
>
>
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