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  1. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Been no updates for a while, but we've been working on it. All done! Ended up with .012" in rear end play and .020" front. Had to have the Sonnax front hub machined down 0.040" to get the clearances right. All came out good. Made some clutch alignment tools since we had parts lying around...
  2. Tonimus

    Where do you get your wiring from?

    https://acdcwire.com/ or their evilBay store, https://www.ebay.com/str/acdcwireandsupply
  3. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Got the parts I ordered from BTE. I asked if the master rebuild kit came with all the bushings. I was told yes. That apparently means just input and output bushings. Oh well. Whatever It Takes Transmission Parts has recently expanded their warehouse here in the Phoenix Valley. Got the rest of...
  4. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Finished up the case mods. FTI case saver, drilled a passage in the case for the valve body on the way, plugged the kickdown solenoid plug hole, drilled and tapped the vent hole for an AN fitting, put a new gear on the governor, ordered some more parts from BTE. Trans should be going back...
  5. Tonimus

    Suburban original roof "rack" and roof tent

    Burb or otherwise, I have all my camping gear loaded on to a 4x8 utility trailer. I can load it at my leisure and hook up when ready to go. Also, I'm 6'5" and massive, and my wife is 6'2". The roof is not rated for us, even with additional bracing.
  6. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Oh yeah. Forgot that I did this too. Shop copies so I don't jack up the originals with greasy hands.
  7. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Drilled the pump cover to match the stator and case. Got an amazon holder and welded some scrap to one of the engine stands for an extra spot to mount it. Got the case final trim and fit done.
  8. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    No. I was going to, but I spoke to his daughter just after he passed. Sourcing stuff from others.
  9. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    No news. Ordered a few more parts, did some cleaning and inspection. No real surprises.
  10. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Agreed. But not needing a case with a separate bellhousing is different than needing one with a factory bellhousing.
  11. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    I'm really not trying to be difficult, just trying to understand. What people/situations need an unmodified Chevy TH400 case?
  12. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    I'm not discounting either of your professional opinions. I started off by replying to you saying your videos have been very helpful. This all started from "don't cut up a factory Chevy case", which then turned into BOP cases are stronger. Just trying to figure out how I'm wrong by doing so...
  13. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    So is there any evidence of Chevy TH400 cases breaking in any of the reinforced BOP areas when there wasn't something really wrong with the car? I actually spoke to Chris' daughter Monday. I called for a parts availability question and she told me. I felt absolutely terrible for her and the...
  14. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    The 727 and 518 snap rings are listed as the same. I got a kit to start that has 4 in it. .062", .074", .088", and .106".
  15. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Already got a roller Sonnax forward clutch hub, 4L80 intermediate clutch backing plate, thick snap ring from a 747, and now a 4L80 drum from Beast.
  16. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Primered with the '81 Camaro project in the back.
  17. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    Other than anecdotes, I've seen no actual evidence that BOP cases are actually any stronger than Chevy cases. At this point, I don't think anyone is going to take a bunch of cases and test them to destruction. Ultimately it doesn't matter about cutting off a bellhousing unless you're worried...
  18. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    It ran a low 12 with a bad ignition coil and weird trans issues. It should run 10s the way it's set up. Shafiroff 427 SBC. I ran 11.5 in my Camaro that weighs 600 pounds more and makes 150 less horsepower. Not trying to be contrary or anything; this is the second time I've heard this. Other...
  19. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    I have watched most of your TH400 videos. Definitely helped me out.
  20. Tonimus

    TH400 build

    My buddy and I have started the slow build for the TH400 going into his '63 Chevy II. The 4L80E in it was acting funny going down the drag strip, so we're going to yank it and rebuild it later. Right now it's a driver, so we're going to tackle the TH400 going in it first. Started with a gross...
  21. Tonimus

    Hello from Arizona

    Welcome from Phoenix.
  22. Tonimus

    What new tools have you got lately?

    Ordered this guy. Waiting for it to get delivered.
  23. Tonimus

    Need help timing ?

    A TDC whistle is like $15-20. There's no way it should idle anywhere near that high unless it has a massive vacuum leak. Did you make sure you capped/plugged all the unused ports?
  24. Tonimus

    TH400 Information Thread

    I have started down a dark path. Just bought this guy: https://www.ebay.com/itm/406278398815 EDIT: Bought this too. HAHAHA https://www.ebay.com/itm/306519248793
  25. Tonimus

    New to the group

    Welcome to the group!

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