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Dec 30, 2008 | 09:38 AM

zoomn8r

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86 Tranny Problem

I have a friend with an 86 auto and he says his tranny doesn't engage once it's in 3rd or OD - like it's in neutral. He says 1st and 2nd work fine. Any ideas what the problem might be?

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:03 AM

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Never mind! I found the answer in a previous post. The 3-4 clutch pack or shift selenoid are out. Think its time for a rebuild.

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:05 AM

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If it shifts and acts as it went into neutral it would no doubt be the clutches. If it fails to shift at all the solenoid would be suspect.

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:21 AM

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Never mind! I found the answer in a previous post. The 3-4 clutch pack or shift selenoid are out. Think its time for a rebuild.

A 700r4 or 4l60 does not contain any shift solenoids, so the diagnosis looks terminal. Likely rebuild time.

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:22 AM

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oh yeah, check the year moron! sorry bout that.....

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:24 AM

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oh yeah, check the year moron! sorry bout that.....

A little tough on yourself today

Dec 30, 2008 | 10:27 AM

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Eh, seems like I have been trying to help folks out here and seeing one thing, thinking another, and typing something yet different. Brains a little foggy but it's not an excuse for not reading.

Dec 30, 2008 | 11:12 AM

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Thanks guys - I've passed the info on. This guy is a Harley-Davidson technician so I'm sure he'd recipricate the replies if you've got bike problems - just email me.