which torque converter do i need for my car?

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    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    because i rebuilt my motor and neglected to put the motor plate in(i forgot :hide:) and there was clearance issues with the starter and it chewed up the ring gear on my torque converter
     
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    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    i have an old flexplate from the car...i can measure the bolt patter on that right?
     
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    any transmission parts supply house can get you the right converter. just tell them the year, make, model, transmission and engine size.

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    i have a Daaco parts house here in town. give me the bolt pattern and i will get you a #.
     
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    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    i actually found my old broken flexplate and measure from where the bolts go through on it and obviously if the one your showing me is 10" in diameter my bolt pattern should be 9 1/2...so all measures up and i ordered one yesterday...thanks for help u guys...best forum i am a member of hands down:yahoo:
     

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