[Chevelle-list] Flywheels 101

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Ryan,              I think what the man meant was that while this place is great for getting a lot of advice and information, there's only so much that can be taught by a text message. You will be asking thousands of questions and text sometimes doesn't provide the right medium to teach a young one the ropes.   Since you are just starting and need a helping hand, I suggest you look into getting some local help. Either a course at the local schools, a car club, or maybe a part time job at a mechanic's shop?   Other than that, I'll try to answer any questions I know the answer to, but you won't always get a clear picture through an e-mail.   Here's an example of a flywheel - a large heavy solid steel (or aluminum for racing) device for a manual transmission:   http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=4534750933&category=34208   Here's an example of a "flexplate" which is the name for the same device used for an automatic transmission:   http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1&item=7961642263&category=33616   Notice they both bolt to the back of an engine, and have teeth for the starter to engage to start the engine. In the case of the flex plate, a torque converter bolts to it to give it more regidity and weight, which also has a purpose.   Notice they specify the amount of teeth are on each device. This is important, depending on what starter you will use.                                                                               Steve   ----- Original Message ----- From: Ryan Langstraat To: The Chevelle Mailing List Sent: 3/14/2005 10:54:38 PM Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Flyweheels Just for your info...this is my first restore.  Always was told the only stupid questions where the unasked ones.  We will leave it at that.  Now regarding the Saginaw being able to handle a big block.  Do the casings just crack or would beefing up the guts do the trick?   Ryan