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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 10:44 PM
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My local tranny man said he would rebuild my tranny for between 1000 and 1300 bucks. I've got an 89 auto. Provided he does a good job, is this my best option both performance and money wise? He says the 3 and 4 gears are burnt. Do I have any better options? Thanks
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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 10:48 PM
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I also replied to your thread in c4 general. If that price includes a remanufactured torque converter, flushing the cooler and removal and replacement, it is very inexpensive.
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Old Mar 7, 2006 | 11:06 PM
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That's a good price if it includes a new converter ( ask for a 2500 stall) and maybe a shift kit and tranny cooler. In fact, if he does all that, it is a great price.
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 07:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Lichen
That's a good price if it includes a new converter ( ask for a 2500 stall) and maybe a shift kit and tranny cooler. In fact, if he does all that, it is a great price.
Great. Thanks for the info.. I'll ask about that. Great info..
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 08:02 AM
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if the above is included sounds like a GOOD price-at least on the west coast.
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Be sure he installs a new sprag(29 element) and a new lo-roller clutch. Trans guys never install them in a budget build. They are worth $100 for both. Pay it, and you will be better off.
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Old Mar 8, 2006 | 05:19 PM
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petes giving you very good advise spend the extra and be safe.
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Old Mar 14, 2006 | 11:39 AM
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I got a quote on a rebuild from a local reputable Transmission place of $1500. so yours is in line.
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I recommend Z-pac 3/4 clutches too the are the ones that wear the most.
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Old Mar 14, 2006 | 12:58 PM
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look up pro-built automatics ( http://www.700r4l60e.com ). they build good transmissions. i bought my kit to build my tranny from them. they have a pretty good following over on thirdgen.org.
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