[zerkss01]

I found out the idea behind mounting the torque converter plate to the transmission in the same exact holes is to maintain the harmonic balance or the two. I don’t know where exactly the plate was attached to the transmission with the old engine and I do not know what repercussions exist if I did not get the same mounting holes of the plate to the transmission.

I can imagine there is some balance between the two but I can only hope it is not detrimental to the operation if the same holes are not used. Any ideas anyone?

I also see that the timing is done by the PCM (POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE ) and the crankshaft indicator (Crank Shaft Position Sensor (CKP) ) as well. Does the engine have to be TDC before I try and start it for the first time? ( I did read when a new engine is installed leave out the spark plugs and disengage fuel system , crank it for a little bit so oil is distributed into engine. Put in spark plugs and engage fuel system then start the motor… just FYI)

I was also told a while back to adjust the timing after the initial start is to turn off motor, disconnect battery cables and wait a few minutes. This resets the PCM and the CPU. Then reconnect cables and restart the engine. After doing this a few times the timing is set. Anyone have any info on this as well?

Thanks,
Zerkss01