[T3] Threaded Insert on Trans mounting bolt

[Jim Adney]

On 2 Aug 2018 at 7:53, Joe Plowick III wrote:

> Ok guys.  What is the recommended thing to do here.  I have a late model
> aftermarket case that has the threaded insert on the drivers side top trans
> bolt.  But i have an early trans ('69) that has the lip on the bolt to
> accept the original D-shaped bolt.  Do I remove the threaded insert, and if
> so, how?  Or do I ground down the transmission case enough to get a normal
> bolt on there.

The insert is easy to remove, just screw a long bolt into it from the tranny 
side and drive it out with a couple of hammer blows. Save the insert, it can 
be put back later if you want.

I've never ground away clearance in the tranny for a standard bolt, but that 
might be a good option. You should check first to make sure there's plenty of 
meat under there. You'd have to make enough clearance for both the hex 
head AND a socket.  

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Jim Adney, jadney at vwtype3.org
Madison, Wisconsin, USA
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