79 transmission removal

[JohnnyJ]

I'm going to remove the tranny on my 79, and change the pump seals...leaks pretty good right now.
Does anyone have an easy step by step procedure, as I have never done this before.
Also, how long should this take....not knowing what I'm doing?? I plan on putting the front wheels up on ramps and the rear on jack stands...will that be high enough to get the trany out??
Cheers,
Johnny

 

[BeaterShark]

What tranny, auto or manual?

 

[1978L48jafo]

Johnny

I did this on my 78 automatic last year. I was uncomfortable with replacing the front pump bushing myself since if you opps or do it wrong your trans turns into a TH350 puzzle. The seals (rear/ shifter)are easy and cheap but if you need the front pump bushing replaced I would go to someone qualified to do it.

I did mine using stands and a jack but I would recommend a trans holder or jack setup that allows you to change the angle for installation. I would allow a day in and out unless you have access to a lift and air tools.
Luck
John

I'm going to remove the tranny on my 79, and change the pump seals...leaks pretty good right now.
Does anyone have an easy step by step procedure, as I have never done this before.
Also, how long should this take....not knowing what I'm doing?? I plan on putting the front wheels up on ramps and the rear on jack stands...will that be high enough to get the trany out??
Cheers,
Johnny