Toby,
Yes, the 5 speed kits for the Datsun trannies use a new back plate. Also,
it is possible to weld that broken piece back on. Removing the back plate
won't disturb the rear crank seal, but you will likely need a new gasket
for the back plate.
Gerard
At 12:39 AM -0800 11/25/00, Toby Atwater wrote:
>In my ever decreasing dexterity. I mannaged to snap off the starter mount
>entirely off the back plate.
>
>Photos can be found at http://www.intri-plex.com/temp/nov24/nov24.htm
>
>or just go to http://www.intri-plex.com/temp and follow the links.
>
>Since I haven't done any real 5 speed research yet (only what if research)
>do any of the 5 speed kits replace that back plate? I have heard that the
>rear engine seal can be a pain to deal with, and it is better to leave it
>alone.
>
>I have another back plate... I wonder if I should swap them out for the time
>being.
>
>Toby
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