Bobby_Lee Posted March 19, 2006 Share #1 Posted March 19, 2006 :classic: :squareeye While I was getting ready to swap out my auto trans for a manual in my 260Z I did alot of reading first. Both here and in ZCAR.com If it were'nt for these two sites I am sure I would of wasted a lot of time and money. Anyway, while I was reading about this swapI ran across the "pesky spacer" on the rear of the crankshaft. Had I not known about that ahead of time I would of surely tried to install the manual and pulled out what little hair I have left. What I didn't find was any photos of this spacer. Sooooo here are some pics of it in place and off the crank. I hope this helps someone in the future. Again thanks to all who have posted and made my life easier :classic: Bobby_Lee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caen Fred Posted April 7, 2008 Share #2 Posted April 7, 2008 What if I use the auto bolts with the manual flywheel is it a no-no:finger: or could I get away with it????? If not what do I need? Cannot find the long post about the swap, sorry:knockedou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblake01 Posted April 7, 2008 Share #3 Posted April 7, 2008 The bolts are longer for the manual trans. I'm sure you could use the shorter bolts from the automatic but it wouldn't really be avisable. I'd want all the threads possible holding it in place. Get the correct bolts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS30-H Posted April 8, 2008 Share #4 Posted April 8, 2008 Cannot find the long post about the swap, sorry:knockedouFred,Arne wrote a very comprehensive and informative article on the subject here: http://www.classiczcars.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21274He mentions in the article that the auto trans type flywheel to crank bolts are shorter than the the manual type, and recommends that you use the proper manual-type bolts. I agree with Arne and sblake01. As I told you on the other forum that you asked this question on too - USE THE CORRECT BOLTS. That little bit of extra length on the bolts is necessary.Alan T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caen Fred Posted April 8, 2008 Share #5 Posted April 8, 2008 Don't worry, I will... Yet it would be usefull to have the lengh, grade etc. of thoses bolts to find them in an autoparts store. This is all I miss.Thanks for the link. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HS30-H Posted April 8, 2008 Share #6 Posted April 8, 2008 Yet it would be usefull to have the lengh, grade etc. of thoses bolts to find them in an autoparts store. Fred,The bolts are not generic items that you can find 'off the shelf' in any autoparts store. They are Nissan parts made specifically for the purpose. Nothing else will do. I suggest you ask your friendly local Nissan dealer to order these for you. My L28E microfiche says that the part number for the manual trans flywheel-to-crank bolt is 12315-U6000.Alan T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fun_in_my_z Posted June 12, 2008 Share #7 Posted June 12, 2008 I know this is an old thread, But where would one find said "pesky spacer" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted June 12, 2008 Share #8 Posted June 12, 2008 On an automatic, there are spacers (as pictured above) on both sides of the flex plate. Typically, the spacer between the flex plate and the crankshaft stays well stuck to the end of the crankshaft, and actually appears to be a part of the crank. It must be removed before bolting on the flywheel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblake01 Posted June 12, 2008 Share #9 Posted June 12, 2008 I'd probably look for them in the junkyard but they do have part numbers. Those numbers supercede to 12333-V0700 and 12330-V0700 respectively. Don't know if they're still available however....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arne Posted June 12, 2008 Share #10 Posted June 12, 2008 From things mentioned in other posts, I think Bill is converting from auto to manual. So I gathered that he wanted to know where he could expect this spacer to live on his current project, not where to buy one. Could be wrong, thou, so Stephen's post is good info too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblake01 Posted June 12, 2008 Share #11 Posted June 12, 2008 I didn't reacall his other threads and didn't try to read his mind because I'm not to good at reading mysteries:). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fun_in_my_z Posted June 13, 2008 Share #12 Posted June 13, 2008 Mysteries? Actually your both right. I misunderstood what I was Reading, I thought that I needed a spacer for the swap. But Now I see that I have to Remove it.:stupid:My mistake, thanks for clearing things up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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