Midplate alignment

[bil1024]

So stock ford 302, went to put in starter and noticed the mid plate not aligned with bolt holes ? Its already fitted between tran and engine, so what do you think ? Covering 3/4 of the hole. I do not think it will move enough being its already mounted

[Norm B]

If the alignment dowels and bell housing bolts all fit properly through the plate but the bolt holes don't line up for the starter, then the mid plate is for a different bell housing or automatic transmission.

[oldguy668]

You didn't mention your transmission, but I think the Tremec applications require the mid plate and starter for an automatic trans.

[bil1024]

You didn't mention your transmission, but I think the Tremec applications require the mid plate and starter for an automatic trans.


Its a T-5, guess I need a mid plate, darn!

[CraigS]

A carbide bit on a drill will fix that misalignment. Be sure to get a good bit.
https://www.grainger.com/product/SGS-PRO-Double-Cut-Carbide-Bur-WP5794205/_/N-1z0dqq8?s_pp=false&picUrl=//static.grainger.com/rp/s/is/image/Grainger/38TA37_AS01?$smthumb$

[Norm B]

What bell housing are you using? As already stated some bells use a different plate and starter. If your midplate and starter are from the same source you might need both.

[bil1024]

Found one, using 302 / T-5 bellhousing