Torque Converter install..

[62savoyguy2]

Now that I feel like a total idiot I have a question. Just rebuilt my 318poly that I bought off Ebay....I had it checked out before assembly by a notable machine shop..took my time and double checked every move I made...installed it in car and engine will not turn....also cannot turn converter....me thinks there was a bushing in the end of crank I did not notice before install....I made a big mistake not doing that...my question is did I damage trans or converter?????? Am really down on myself for this......

 

[Photon440]

If you just slid the converter in but didn't rotate it enough to let the slot engage and slide all the way home, you could have binding problems like you're describing.

 

[diesel_lv]

Here's a helpful link once you have torque converter fully seated in transmission.
https://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/posts/911547421/

 

[Darter6]

Quick question. Was the Poly and tranny mated/dated before the engine rebuild ?

 

[snakeoil24]

Check to make sure you did not damage the thrust bearing.

 

[62savoyguy2]

Thanks guys. The 318 poly I rebuilt was out of a 65 truck....pulling engine back out tomorrow and checking converter....might not be in all the way in...hope I did not break anything......

 

[Darter6]

Check the pump closely for possible cracks.
Also check the size of the crank register and the size of the Torque Converter snout that fits into the crank.

 

[62savoyguy2]

Yep will check them all...thanks

 

[62savoyguy2]

Now have to pull trans, broke tabs on front pump....I know how to remove shift cable but how do I remove park cable??? Any help please....also will need to know how to install both when trans is fixed.....thanks in advance....