Re: Henry's 55 Constellation

Posted by Ross On 2009/10/22 21:11:04

Hi Henry: Just ran across your blog and want to encourage you/beg you to abort this tranny. I notice in the picture of the torque convertor that the inner shaft does not protrude beyond the outer shaft. This normally sticks out 5/8 inch or so; there has to be a major disaster inside for that to be true.

The black coating inside your case is not paint, it is varnish caused by major overheating. Warning, warning Will Robinson. Abort Mission.

I have built dozens of these things and would not attempt yours, tho I applaud you for the noble effort. If you don't find a unit you like, I have several 55s to choose from which I'd let you have cheap 'cause I like how you are doing your project.