[DeTomaso] Anyone used ARP bell housing studs?

[Ken Green]

I know I can make studs that way, and can also buy less expensive studs.  I just love the way these look.  All the external fasteners on the ZF are  ARP stainless studs and 12 point stainless nuts.  Seems worth matching them if length is not an issue.   It looks like the top two may have to be about 1/2 inch shorter than the rest, but I'm not sure how far the studs can screw into the block.  I guess I and measure that tomorrow.

Ken






On Friday, July 26, 2024 at 07:04:53 PM PDT, Mike Drew via DeTomaso <detomaso at server.detomasolist.com> wrote: 





Ken,

I got long bolts (8 inches) of the appropriate size, cut the heads off and ground them to a point. Thread them in and they become locating pins. It’s super easy to slide the gearbox into place. Then bolt the remaining holes, remove the pins and fit the final two bolts. 

Did I remember to bring this with me when I helped install a ZF a few weeks ago?  No, I did not. Would it have made life MUCH easier?  Yes it would!

Mike


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> On Jul 26, 2024, at 18:54, Ken Green via DeTomaso <detomaso at server.detomasolist.com> wrote:
> 
> I'm not sure about the length for all 6 positions but they may work.  Have a rounded end which may make aligning the trans axle with the engine easier.  Would need two of these kits:
> 
> https://www.summitracing.com/parts/arp-400-0904
> 
> I have ARP stainless studs with 12 point stainless flange nuts on the ZF, so these would match.
> 
> thanks,
> 
> Ken

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