transmision
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Racer
Joined: Jul 2006
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From: milpitas ca
transmision
so it looks like im gonna need a new transmission......only question i have is it worth rebuliting the old one.....(AAMCO said they'll charge me 1400 to rebulit the transmission so it can handle 400hp) or shouldi buy a new one? its for a 74 stingray stock 350 (for now) and stock th350 trasmision..
Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: UK without vette :(
i opted for the rebuild on my 73, and if you take it out and put it back in yourself you will save even more. you know i also went with the standard rebuild kit for about $160....then just find someone who does good tranny rebuilds on the side and give him a few hundered and you in there for under $500.... good luck
Heel & Toe
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: Dallas Georgia
tranny
I have a 73, pops out of 4th gear. Anyone know if there is a adjustment that can reslove this or am I needing to rebuild. If rebuild anyone have any tips on tranny removal and install. Tips or tricks or things to be aware of.
Racer
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 365
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From: UK without vette :(
mine had an issue going into third if i shifted quickly and also popped out of gear every now and then....replaced the synchronizers on the rebuild and had no issues after that. Pulling that trans is no problem.....and like i mentioned above if you can find someone to rebuild it for you it is a relatively low cost job.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2002
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From: The only Corvettes in Highett Victoria
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74BATMOBILE,
If the transmission place told you your 1974 Corvette had a T350, then, unless you've had one fitted previously, they don't seem too competent. ALL automatic '74's were fitted with a Turbo 400 and from what I've picked up here (the Forum) I believe that a Turbo 200R4 will be virtually a changeover. Apart from a different tailshaft yoke, you can use your existing tailshaft and crossmember.
If though, your car has had a Turbo 350 fitted, then ignore the above.
Anyone who's done this swap like to chime in and help the guy?
Just my $0.02's worth.
Regards from Down Under
aussiejohn
If the transmission place told you your 1974 Corvette had a T350, then, unless you've had one fitted previously, they don't seem too competent. ALL automatic '74's were fitted with a Turbo 400 and from what I've picked up here (the Forum) I believe that a Turbo 200R4 will be virtually a changeover. Apart from a different tailshaft yoke, you can use your existing tailshaft and crossmember.
If though, your car has had a Turbo 350 fitted, then ignore the above.
Anyone who's done this swap like to chime in and help the guy?
Just my $0.02's worth.
Regards from Down Under
aussiejohn
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