Automatic trasmition issue
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Drifting
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From: panama panama
Automatic trasmition issue
when I move my shift to drive. the trasmission. make clunking noice and the car jump. same when i move to reverse.
what make my automatic trasmission jump that way and make that bad off a clunk noise
what make my automatic trasmission jump that way and make that bad off a clunk noise
Last edited by hitmanpty; Mar 15, 2013 at 10:05 PM.
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That's the way the older 700r4s work. GM upgraded the transmission with an auxiliary valve body in late 1987 to prevent this.
The best way is to shift into N, wait a few seconds, then shift into D or R.
...Or do like I did and replace the old 700r4 with an '89 transmission.
The best way is to shift into N, wait a few seconds, then shift into D or R.
...Or do like I did and replace the old 700r4 with an '89 transmission.
Drifting
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I agree with Cliff,there is an excess of pressure build up,on the early 700r4, this cause that bang&jump.The new auxiliary valve body added a new set of accumulator piston to prevent and absorb this pressure,this from 87 with the new 4l60.it's a rough transmission,but i like it .
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Ok man, I was making a joke sorry. You have 6 U-joints (universal joints) located at each end of the drive shaft. Transmission to rear end gear. 2 on each axle. Rear end to hub. The gentlemen suggest you check the U-joints first then follow up with the transmission issue.
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From: New Hampshire There's nothing like a 'Vette
Check the motor mounts. A broken mount will let the engine and trans shift. Also, you might check and make sure the c-beam bolts are tight. Either of these conditions can cause what you are describing.
