crossy

Is there a magic number of a measurement from face of bellhousing to lug on the torque converter. It has been way too long since I have done any Mopars. When I put this converter in the 727 and I turn and turn it, but it won’t go back any further than barely flush when installing. I can see by the difference between the flexplate and the back of the engine that it needs to be below flush at least a little.
I had a measurement of 1-> 1-1/8” on GM, and that always meant is was all the way engaged in the pump, THEN I could pull it forward to bolt up to flexplate and wound up with ¾”.
Does putting the 727 trans into a certain position help- like Nuetral vs. Park?? Thanx, Crossy

Angry Johnny

My method is to use the heel of your hand to lightly push and spin the converter in a clockwise direction at the same time in one motion. You should get two audible clunks when fully seated. The standard measurement for a gas engine was 1/2". Not sure that's the same on a diesel and I know for dang sure it's not on a diesel with a lockup converter as they still protrude from the bell housing face when fully installed.

Putting the trans in different gears won't help one bit.

BHD

You should be able to see the notches behind the front seal that the converter drive fits in. Gear selection doesn't matter.