T176 trans in a 1978 motor

[TnCJ]

I may have screwed up big time.
Recently got a rebuilt engine with a 1978 block. But now i'm not sure my T-176 will bolt up to it. Seems CJ's didn't use the 176 until 1980. Pre 1980 used the T-150 .
I have the T-150 as well but it won't bolt up to my Dana 300 Transfer Case .
I thought I had done all my homework, but evidently not.
After more research looks like the 1980 clutch uses a 1.125" shaft the pre 1980 is 1 1/16. I don't know what the other differences are, but the pre 1980's clutches are different than the 1980 clutch.
Anyone know if the T-176 will bolt up to my engine. What modifications will it need? different bushing? or is it even possible?

 

[Posi]

The T-150 and T-176 use the same b-housing, you're good!

 

[TnCJ]

The T-150 and T-176 use the same b-housing, you're good!

Lordy I hope so!!
What has me concerned is the output shaft size?? I can't find a definitive answer to that or if I should use a clutch for a 1978 or 1980.
The guy I purchased the whole shebang from just put a new clutch in the T-150 and I was hoping I could use that clutch in my T-176 , but evidently not.
I'm sofa king confused???????????????

 

[Posi]

You have to use the 80 clutch with the 176.
The 176 has a 1 1/8" diameter input shaft
The AMC 150 has a 1 1/16" diameter input shaft.
78 block AMC 150 /176 bell, 176, Transmission , and 80 clutch

 

[TnCJ]

Thanks much Posi I appreciate the info. I may be able to sleep tonight lol.

 

[RiverandSand]

Don't forget the pilot bearing.
You may be able to use the pressure plate as long as the clutch discs same diameter.