{"product_id":"fti-th400-ultrabell-bellhousing-fits-oem-sfi-case-gm-small-block-big-block-ls","title":"FTI TH400 Ultra-Bell Bellhousing for GM Small Block, Big Block and LS","description":"\u003ch4\u003eBuilt to Outlast the Stock Bellhousing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis FTI F1042 Ultra-Bell bellhousing bolts directly onto an OEM TH350 or TH400 case and replaces a stock bellhousing that has cracked, been damaged, or simply is not strong enough for a serious build. It is cast as one solid piece of aluminum, which makes it noticeably stronger than the factory bellhousing it replaces. The housing is SFI 30.1 certified, so it meets the safety requirement most sanctioning bodies require for high horsepower automatic transmission cars at the track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-piece cast aluminum construction for added strength over the factory bellhousing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSFI 30.1 certified with an included certification tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolts directly to an unmodified factory TH350 or TH400 case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatches the GM small block and big block V8 bell pattern, including LS and LT based engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural cast aluminum finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSized to clear most stock floorboards without modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports a torque converter up to 11 inches with an 11.5 inch or 10.75 inch bolt circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFitment\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransmission\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM TH350 (non lock-up) and TH400 automatic transmissions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCase requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnmodified factory OEM case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine bell pattern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGM small block V8, big block V8, and LS or LT based V8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCast aluminum, one piece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSFI rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum converter size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 in with 11.5 in or 10.75 in bolt circle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.2 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.6 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold individually\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF1042\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 FTI Ultra-Bell bellhousing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 flange head mounting bolts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 bell to pump gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 pipe plugs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 sealing rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 SFI certification tag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout FTI Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFTI Performance builds automatic transmissions, torque converters, and transmission components for drag racing and high performance street applications. The company focuses on SFI certified parts that hold up under repeated full throttle abuse, and its Ultra-Bell housings are a direct response to stock bellhousings that crack or flex under increased power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the F1042?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an SFI 30.1 certified aluminum bellhousing that bolts to an unmodified factory GM TH350 or TH400 case and matches the small block, big block, and LS or LT bell pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bellhousing require case modification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It bolts directly to a factory OEM case without cutting or machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit under stock floorboards?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is sized to clear most stock floorboards without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat transmissions does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGM TH350 transmissions without a lock-up torque converter and GM TH400 transmissions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat engines does it bolt to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGM small block V8, big block V8, and LS or LT based V8 engines that use the standard GM bell pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the largest torque converter it accepts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn 11 inch converter with an 11.5 inch or 10.75 inch bolt circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a block plate or clutch fork included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is an automatic transmission bellhousing and does not include a block plate or clutch fork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include the mounting hardware and gasket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it ships with the mounting bolts, sealing rings, bell to pump gasket, pipe plugs, and SFI certification tag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the transmission from the vehicle and support it securely on a stand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the factory bellhousing bolts and separate the stock bellhousing from the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest fit the new bellhousing against the front pump to confirm it sits flat with no interference.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCount the pump bolt holes to confirm a 6 bolt or 8 bolt configuration, and install the supplied pipe plugs in any unused holes on a 6 bolt pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition the bell to pump gasket between the bellhousing and the pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the supplied flange head bolts with sealing rings and hand tighten each one evenly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque each bellhousing bolt to 18 ft-lbs in a star pattern to seat the housing flat against the case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the SFI certification tag numbers match the stamped numbers on the housing before returning the transmission to service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n","brand":"FTI Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46488984125519,"sku":"FTIF1042","price":319.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1062\/7920\/files\/fti-f1042-th400-ultra-bell-bellhousing-1.jpg?v=1787695272","url":"https:\/\/www.blackopsautoworks.com\/products\/fti-th400-ultrabell-bellhousing-fits-oem-sfi-case-gm-small-block-big-block-ls","provider":"Black Ops Auto Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}