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Got it situated. Thanks. What are these two brackets? This one attached to the front of the driver side engine mount. I don't know what attaches to it: And I don't know where this one bolts up and what lines go into it:

I took the engine out, took out the converter, reinstalled it (all 3 ledges), and measured 1.02+" clearance from bell housing mating surface to bolt holes face. Reinstalled the engine and still have 1/4" gap between bell housing and block. Noting's binding: I can easily spin the converter with...

Thanks, everyone. You saved me from disaster for sure.

Thanks, Will. Great info. Is it common for the converter to slink forward when the engine is pulled and jostled back in?

On another note, I'm getting a 403 when I try to visit thedieselpageforums.com - been happening for awhile. Anyone else?

I got the engine in last night, but it's sitting about 1/4"-3/8" off the trans. It's resting on the new mounts fine, just not flush with the trans. The block alignment dowels are started in the holes on the bell housing, and the torque converter round center is started in the recess in the...

Perfect. Thanks!

Another mystery part: what's this little bracket?

Thanks!

Does anyone know where this ring terminal ground on the passenger side attaches? Of course I didn't take enough photos when I took the engine out.

Good, thanks. That's where I have it set.

Good morning. I'm about to get my injectors back from the shop (new nozzles). The tech said they had a lot of water in them. I know my tank was leaking and am replacing it now - I'll flush the whole system. What's a good way to clean out the pump? I read somewhere that a gallon of ATF would do...

Thanks, Will. The big question for me is whether it is necessary to place the engine before going for the final torque. It'll be a bear to try to get at the bolts and nuts in order to do that once the engine's in the bay.

I'm now replacing the engine mounts and am wondering if it's necessary to torque them down to final spec after the engine is resting on them. The manual says to torque to 36 ft lb with the engine off and then tighten to final after it's lowered. Because of the bolt and nut placement, that would...

Hi, all. I hit a snag getting the pistons and rods back together. One of the wrist pin bushings was cracked. I can't find a GM part number for it and am having trouble finding an out-of-the-box replacement. Enginetech sells sets, but they need to be honed to fit, and I'd like to find them sold...

Thanks, Will. I'm itching to go with main and head studs, but maybe I'm just going overboard. FelPro bolts are about as inexpensive as it's going to get, so that's tempting. I'm also considering replacing the nylon rocker arm retainers with another setup. I know there have been discussions of...

I'll look into King bearings. No crack in the block, so I ordered a set of Clearwater heads. I might go with Flepro for the gaskets and bolts, but does anyone have any strong opinions? What about Mahle gaskets? The block has most likely not been resurfaced. In the absence of absolute certainty...

I rolled out the mains and am wondering if anyone has recommendations for rod and main bearings. I'm not looking for the cheapest option. Also, since I don't know the 6.5 production history, I'll ask about my heads. I have the International Optimizer block dated 2003. Was International making...

That's good news - I had no idea. The date stamp is 07 30 K

Thanks for the info, MrMarty!