Is the flexplate the same size as the flywheel?
From my research so far, it seems that manual transmission applications (flywheels) and automatic transmission applications (flexplates) generally used the same sized pieces, and they will both be the same size, at least as far as the ring gear goes.
When did Ford change the size of the flexplate?
As with the C4, the size of the flexplate generally seemed to follow the size of the car it was used in. Ford changed the imbalance on the 302 (otherwise known as the 5.0L) engines in 1981. Some sources list this change as 1980 in a confusing way, but all of the reliable data I found said 1981 was the first year of the new 50oz imbalance motors.
What to consider when buying a flexplate for a Chevy?
There are four main factors to consider when purchasing a flexplate. The crank style: One or two piece rear main seal. Older style blocks (’55-’85) used a two-piece seal, ’86 and up blocks used a one-piece seal The torque converter bolt pattern: large 11 1/2-inch or small 10 3/4-inch Almost all small-block Chevys are internally balanced.
What kind of models did Jeep have in the 1980s?
There were 14 trim models throughout the years: Base, SE, Wagoneer Limited, Briarwood, Pioneer, Pioneer Olympic Edition, Chief, Sport, Country, Classic, Limited, Laredo, Freedom and 60th Anniversary Edition. The Jeep® Comanche (also called the MJ) was a pickup version of the XJ Cherokee.
When did the Jeep flex plate 304 change?
This is a second style flex plate 304 which actually may be the first style. this is from a 1972 304. It has a curved weight rather than a rectangular one. In 1988 Jeep changed the starter to a high torque type and with that, they changed the flex plate.
What’s the difference between two engine flex plates?
This is especially important because not everyone refers to things the same way. Two engines might both be part of the “small block” family, but are completely different when it comes to which flex plate or flywheel they use.
As with the C4, the size of the flexplate generally seemed to follow the size of the car it was used in. Ford changed the imbalance on the 302 (otherwise known as the 5.0L) engines in 1981. Some sources list this change as 1980 in a confusing way, but all of the reliable data I found said 1981 was the first year of the new 50oz imbalance motors.
What are the flywheels and flex plates on a Chevy engine?
Gen I and Gen II Chevy engines featured two available diameters of flywheels / flex plates and two corresponding tooth counts of 153 and 168. Gen III, IV, V LS/LT series engines feature only the large diameter, 168 tooth flywheels and flex plates, but carry either a 6, 8, or 9 bolt crank flange. Early GM (Chevrolet) Small Block Engines