Editing Transmission holding fixtures

=Fixtures to hold  automatic transmission for rebuild, inspection, storage.=

==GM transmissions==

===Plastic bucket method===


A very simple method of using a plastic 5 gallon bucket with a flexplate on top.

[[file:Trans_holding_bucket01.jpg]]

Set the transmission case on top of the flexplate.


[[file:Trans_holding_bucket02.jpg]]

===Purpose built stand===

Photo shows a Powerglide on a fixture that has pegs to slide into the hole for engine dowel pins.

[[file:GM_trans_holder.jpg]]


This fixture can be attached to a bench or engine stand device. This design allows the trans case to be rotated during the reassembly process. Take care to make sure the bench or engine stand is stable enough to hold the weight as the trans is rotated

[[file:GM_trans_holder02.jpg]]


==Ford automatics==

===Transmission case use===

C-4 trans sits on a broken Mopar case  for assembly

[[file:C4_trans_build.jpg]]


=Engine stand used to hold transmission=

In cases where work is being done on the valve body or tailshaft and access to the front pump inward isn't necessary, an ordinary engine stand works well. The transmission case is bolted to the engine stand as though it were an engine. The trans can then be rotated if needed and is at a comfortable level to work on standing up.

It's always a good idea to use large washers or plates having an equal thickness between the trans and the engine stand to distribute the weight of the trans from being concentrated at the bellhousing bolt holes.

===Purpose-built fixture for engine stand===

Universal fixture to use in existing engine stands; allows transmission to be rotated and pinned in position.  Made from readily available material, plate is match drilled and tapped for each transmission 'family', and transmission is secured using two bell housing bolts.  Allows full access to pump and valve body.

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[[File:Weldment, Transmission fixture.jpg]]

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