torque converter help

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  1. sportyfamilycar

    sportyfamilycar ElMaverick

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    about to order a replacement torque converter from autozone. they offer 3 types 11 1/2", 10 1/2", and 9 1/2" bolt distance.

    -what is this distance and which am I to go with?

    i just want a stock replacement
     
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    the 10 1/2 inch one.
     
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    PaulS Member extrordiare

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    Assuming you have a 250 or 302 in your car then the 10 1/2 " bolt patterb is the one you want.
     
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    yea its the 250, so the 10 1/2" ill go with.

    thanks
     
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    11 1/2" = 164T flexplate

    10 1/2" = 157T flexplate

    9 1/2" = 148t flexplate (mustang II v8 and ford 4 cyl apps)
     
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    thanks :Handshake
     
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