Changing entire transmission!
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Heel & Toe
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Changing entire transmission!
I'm having problems with my transmission and I'm not finding where is it. I've tried almost everything and now I'm thinking about buying a new one from GM and replacing it.
Is there another possibility beside this or some opinion against
Thanks,
Is there another possibility beside this or some opinion against
Thanks,
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
Alex,
What year is your car, how many miles on it, auto or manual and what seems to be the problem?
I agree with Dope, rebuilding in place of new might be the better choice.
What year is your car, how many miles on it, auto or manual and what seems to be the problem?
I agree with Dope, rebuilding in place of new might be the better choice.
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Heel & Toe
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Eric and Dope,
I live in Brazil and I have a Corvette C5 1998 automatic (convertible) with 14.000 miles.
Every time I accelerate a little bit more the transmission starts to fail. What I mean by "fail" is that the car only works in first and second gear. If you put in third gear it's just like when the transmission is on neutral. At first I was having a temperature problem with my transmission (by that time, the "check gauges" light jumped on my panel and also a warning - "high transmission temperature" - but now nothing happens, the transmission just stopped working well) but, ever since I've installed the Hipertech software the temperature it's OK. I've no idea what it's happening and once the gearbox stops working like it should the only way to get the car back to normal it's by taking it to the mechanical but he's not having luck with the car.
Thanks,
I live in Brazil and I have a Corvette C5 1998 automatic (convertible) with 14.000 miles.
Every time I accelerate a little bit more the transmission starts to fail. What I mean by "fail" is that the car only works in first and second gear. If you put in third gear it's just like when the transmission is on neutral. At first I was having a temperature problem with my transmission (by that time, the "check gauges" light jumped on my panel and also a warning - "high transmission temperature" - but now nothing happens, the transmission just stopped working well) but, ever since I've installed the Hipertech software the temperature it's OK. I've no idea what it's happening and once the gearbox stops working like it should the only way to get the car back to normal it's by taking it to the mechanical but he's not having luck with the car.
Thanks,
Drifting
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I think it would be worthwhile to change fluid and filter, make sure the new filter is a good one, OEM AC Delco AND is vacuum tight before it is put on.
There have been some posts on transmission problems caused by defective filters.
Make sure your "mechanical" knows that the transmission has to be full, fluid running out the fill/ level hole with the fluid at 122 degrees F AND the engine idling after going through the various gear selections at idle.
There have been some posts on transmission problems caused by defective filters.
Make sure your "mechanical" knows that the transmission has to be full, fluid running out the fill/ level hole with the fluid at 122 degrees F AND the engine idling after going through the various gear selections at idle.
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Eric and Dope,
I live in Brazil and I have a Corvette C5 1998 automatic (convertible) with 14.000 miles.
Every time I accelerate a little bit more the transmission starts to fail. What I mean by "fail" is that the car only works in first and second gear. If you put in third gear it's just like when the transmission is on neutral. At first I was having a temperature problem with my transmission (by that time, the "check gauges" light jumped on my panel and also a warning - "high transmission temperature" - but now nothing happens, the transmission just stopped working well) but, ever since I've installed the Hipertech software the temperature it's OK. I've no idea what it's happening and once the gearbox stops working like it should the only way to get the car back to normal it's by taking it to the mechanical but he's not having luck with the car.
Thanks,
I live in Brazil and I have a Corvette C5 1998 automatic (convertible) with 14.000 miles.
Every time I accelerate a little bit more the transmission starts to fail. What I mean by "fail" is that the car only works in first and second gear. If you put in third gear it's just like when the transmission is on neutral. At first I was having a temperature problem with my transmission (by that time, the "check gauges" light jumped on my panel and also a warning - "high transmission temperature" - but now nothing happens, the transmission just stopped working well) but, ever since I've installed the Hipertech software the temperature it's OK. I've no idea what it's happening and once the gearbox stops working like it should the only way to get the car back to normal it's by taking it to the mechanical but he's not having luck with the car.
Thanks,
Any power adders on the car like Heads & Cam or supercharger?
When exactly did you install the Hipertech program? Before or after the trans problem?
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Heel & Toe
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My Corvette has 14 thousand miles.
No, I've never changed anything mechanical like a supercharger. The only think I did to increase power was the Hipertech software.
I was already having problems when I installed the Hipertech... I think it only helped me on the transmission temperature problem.
Don't you guys think that it's better if I buy a original one (transmission) right from GM besides buying one from other company?
Thanks,
No, I've never changed anything mechanical like a supercharger. The only think I did to increase power was the Hipertech software.
I was already having problems when I installed the Hipertech... I think it only helped me on the transmission temperature problem.
Don't you guys think that it's better if I buy a original one (transmission) right from GM besides buying one from other company?
Thanks,
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
My Corvette has 14 thousand miles.
No, I've never changed anything mechanical like a supercharger. The only think I did to increase power was the Hipertech software.
I was already having problems when I installed the Hipertech... I think it only helped me on the transmission temperature problem.
Don't you guys think that it's better if I buy a original one (transmission) right from GM besides buying one from other company?
Thanks,
No, I've never changed anything mechanical like a supercharger. The only think I did to increase power was the Hipertech software.
I was already having problems when I installed the Hipertech... I think it only helped me on the transmission temperature problem.
Don't you guys think that it's better if I buy a original one (transmission) right from GM besides buying one from other company?
Thanks,
Are there any signs of the trans leaking oil?
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Heel & Toe
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Corvette 1998
No, nothing! Once there was a fuel leak but it was fixed right at the time!
That's why I'm considering buying a new one, because I really don't know what it's wrong. Just like you said, it's a "new" car...
Thank's,
Drifting
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I'm sorry, I forgot! I've changed the fluid, it's brand new! And my filter (if that it's the kind of filter that you are saying is the air filter...) it's the K&N (not the cold air intake, just the basic filter). If it's the oil filter I'm not sure but I'll check!
No, nothing! Once there was a fuel leak but it was fixed right at the time!
That's why I'm considering buying a new one, because I really don't know what it's wrong. Just like you said, it's a "new" car...
Thank's,
No, nothing! Once there was a fuel leak but it was fixed right at the time!
That's why I'm considering buying a new one, because I really don't know what it's wrong. Just like you said, it's a "new" car...
Thank's,
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BigGun,
Yes, it was... When the problems started to happen the car was 100% original.
Actually I don't know if my mechanic knows that but I'll tell him!
That's gonna be the third time he will try to fix my transmission...that's why we are considering buying a new one. I want to enjoy my car! I can't wait anymore!!! =)
Thanks,
Yes, it was... When the problems started to happen the car was 100% original.
Actually I don't know if my mechanic knows that but I'll tell him!
That's gonna be the third time he will try to fix my transmission...that's why we are considering buying a new one. I want to enjoy my car! I can't wait anymore!!! =)
Thanks,
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St. Jude Donor '09-'10-'11
Alex,
Are there any other mechanics that might be more familiar with General Motors auto transmissions? If not, I understand you wanting to put in a new transmission. If you do buy a new one, make sure your mechanic has a manual to explain how to replace the transmission. It is not the same as other cars. There is an adjustment that has to be made to the propshaft where it attaches to the flex plate at the back of the engine.
I hope you find the problem and can start to enjoy your Corvette..
Cheers!
Are there any other mechanics that might be more familiar with General Motors auto transmissions? If not, I understand you wanting to put in a new transmission. If you do buy a new one, make sure your mechanic has a manual to explain how to replace the transmission. It is not the same as other cars. There is an adjustment that has to be made to the propshaft where it attaches to the flex plate at the back of the engine.
I hope you find the problem and can start to enjoy your Corvette..
Cheers!
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Heel & Toe
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Alex,
Are there any other mechanics that might be more familiar with General Motors auto transmissions? If not, I understand you wanting to put in a new transmission. If you do buy a new one, make sure your mechanic has a manual to explain how to replace the transmission. It is not the same as other cars. There is an adjustment that has to be made to the propshaft where it attaches to the flex plate at the back of the engine.
I hope you find the problem and can start to enjoy your Corvette..
Cheers!
Are there any other mechanics that might be more familiar with General Motors auto transmissions? If not, I understand you wanting to put in a new transmission. If you do buy a new one, make sure your mechanic has a manual to explain how to replace the transmission. It is not the same as other cars. There is an adjustment that has to be made to the propshaft where it attaches to the flex plate at the back of the engine.
I hope you find the problem and can start to enjoy your Corvette..
Cheers!
Thank you for the valuable information about the adjustments!
Thanks,
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Since you're living somewhare other than the US, and GM trained techs aren't plentiful, if you plan on keeping the car for a while, you may want to consider purchasing a set for your own use.
As a side note, there is a fluid filter located inside the automatic transmission, which filters the fluid while the car is running. Some "secondary brand" filters may have a fluid intake opening that isn't as big as the OE filter. This can starve the transmission for fliud, and cause operational problems.
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No, he (EricD) is referring to the factory shop manual set, which consists of two books that cover the various repair procedures for the car. There are factory manuals available for all cars, but they have to be purchased seperately.
Since you're living somewhare other than the US, and GM trained techs aren't plentiful, if you plan on keeping the car for a while, you may want to consider purchasing a set for your own use.
As a side note, there is a fluid filter located inside the automatic transmission, which filters the fluid while the car is running. Some "secondary brand" filters may have a fluid intake opening that isn't as big as the OE filter. This can starve the transmission for fliud, and cause operational problems.
Since you're living somewhare other than the US, and GM trained techs aren't plentiful, if you plan on keeping the car for a while, you may want to consider purchasing a set for your own use.
As a side note, there is a fluid filter located inside the automatic transmission, which filters the fluid while the car is running. Some "secondary brand" filters may have a fluid intake opening that isn't as big as the OE filter. This can starve the transmission for fliud, and cause operational problems.
About the car...I'm planning to keep this car for my hole life! =)
I love my Corvette. I never thought about selling it.
Thanks,
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Thank you very much! I'm gonna search where to buy this manual and pay more attention to this filter details! (because I don't know much about this OE filter that you are talking...)
About the car...I'm planning to keep this car for my hole life! =)
I love my Corvette. I never thought about selling it.
Thanks,
About the car...I'm planning to keep this car for my hole life! =)
I love my Corvette. I never thought about selling it.
Thanks,
I was reading an article recently about a shop that did auto tranny upgrades, and they were showing the diference in the size of this opening in a cheap, generic, replacement filter, vs. the opening in a "name brand" filter, such as AC Delco, Wix, or Baldwin. Too small an opening, such as the "cheap" filter had, can starve the transmission during spirited driving. Also, because the filter needs be be submerged at all times, this is why its important to have the fluid at the correct level.
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Alex, in an automatic transmission, the filter sits near the bottom of the transmission pan, completely submerged in transmission fluid. The tranny's internal pump draws this fluid upward through an opening in the bottom of the filter, through the filter, then routes it through the transmission's internal passages.
I was reading an article recently about a shop that did auto tranny upgrades, and they were showing the diference in the size of this opening in a cheap, generic, replacement filter, vs. the opening in a "name brand" filter, such as AC Delco, Wix, or Baldwin. Too small an opening, such as the "cheap" filter had, can starve the transmission during spirited driving. Also, because the filter needs be be submerged at all times, this is why its important to have the fluid at the correct level.
I was reading an article recently about a shop that did auto tranny upgrades, and they were showing the diference in the size of this opening in a cheap, generic, replacement filter, vs. the opening in a "name brand" filter, such as AC Delco, Wix, or Baldwin. Too small an opening, such as the "cheap" filter had, can starve the transmission during spirited driving. Also, because the filter needs be be submerged at all times, this is why its important to have the fluid at the correct level.
I've already bought the new transmission and now I'm just waiting to get here in Brazil.
When the transmission arrives I'm gonna tell my mechanic about all this. I'm trying to find this manual on Google but I'm not having luck... I think I'm gonna have to buy a new one from the US.
Thank you for all this information... it has been very helpful!
Now I need to be patience and wait for it!
Thanks,