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Looking for an AA bellhousing to adapt my FJ40 4 speed to a Chevy V8. I’m in the upstate of SC but can drive to get one. Thanks!
Wanted AA Bellhousing for FJ40 4 Speed to Chevy V8
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The Downey should be very similar I used both for V-8. Dave
The Downey bellhousing is a full circle housing. You won’t have to hunt down an inspection cover, but you can’t inspect your clutch either.
Downey BH also requires an oddball starter from a ‘50’s vehicle that bolts to the bellhousing rather than the underside of the block.
Downey BH also requires an oddball starter from a ‘50’s vehicle that bolts to the bellhousing rather than the underside of the block.
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Possibly. I’ve only seen the AA one and had been accumulating parts for that. Is the Downey a lot different?
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Other than the starter, is it a lot different than the AA setup? Do I need a different clutch kit with the Downey? I currently have an 11” clutch on a 168 tooth GM flywheel with the flat lower profile pressure plate. Do you need a different throwout bearing too? Sorry for all of the questions. I’ll look up the Downey option on here too. Thanks.
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Any big differences between them? Which one would you recommend more? Thanks
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DM me. Thanks
Best bet would be to do some homework on these forums. I don't know alot about it. it came with a parts truck I bought. It does have a clutch disc/pressure plate and fork so we can possibly match it up with a new one.
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I want it. I’ll reply back to the DM. Thanks.
We opted for the full 360 degree full circle bellhousing design since it is so much stronger, snatch it up as fast as you can, or else I'll buy it.
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Already on it! I can’t wait to put it on the transmission.
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Did you get my DM?
I've got an AA bellhousing if anyone is interested..(Chevy V8/h42 trans)
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I just bought the Downey. Thanks for the reply!
How much $$$ Bro ???
I have an inspection cover for the AA housing if anyone following and converting from a 3 speed needs one.
Sold - I have an AA bell housing for sale.
The transmission bolt holes were stripped out when I bought it so I had Keenserts installed to repair it.
Keenserts which are alloy steel are stronger than the original threaded alumnum.
I decided against going with a SBC so I am selling it.
PM me if you are interested.
Keenserts which are alloy steel are stronger than the original threaded alumnum.
I decided against going with a SBC so I am selling it.
PM me if you are interested.
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