Re: [Amc-list] Info on a Rambler/interchange

[Frank Swygert <farna@xxxxxxx>]

Justin, nothing else will bolt to that transmission. Only a 1971 or 
earlier AMC six. In 72 AMC changed the bell housing bolt pattern. The 
six cylinder transmission isn't strong enough for a V-8 even if it would 
bolt on.  You should be able to find a 65-71 232 without to much 
trouble, but it will probably need rebuilding. Hard to find one that old 
in good running condition.

The 63-66 Classic isn't real easy to swap engines from a different make 
(or a modern AMC V-8) into because of the torque-tube drive. I assume 
that's why you asked what other engines would bolt to the transmission. 
It's not terribly difficult, but does require a little fabrication work. 
The engine, trans, driveshaft, and rear axle have to all be changed out, 
and a locating system for the replacement rear axle made. Ladder bars 
are easy and okay for most highway driving, would be a bit rough riding 
on rough roads.

The transmission has a cable from the throttle to the trans. That cable 
must be working easily and adjusted right. Disconnect the cable and make 
sure it goes in and out easily first. If it does, pull it all the way 
out then adjust the clevis on the end so the pin is a loose, easy fit 
(carb linkage must be in idle position, choke off). Then adjust it two 
turns long and put the pin back in. You can go 1/2-1 full turn more than 
2, but no more than 3 full turns long. Less than 2 turns and the trans 
won't build enough pressure inside -- it will slip a lot. More than 3 
and it will downshift to early. You may have bad seals or o-rings inside 
the trans. It IS rather old, so that can only be expected.

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