LBZ: Trans build prep
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I will keep everyone updated. Getting close, so I'm super excited now lol
If any of the tolerances are out, what do I do to get them within tolerances?
If any of the tolerances are out, what do I do to get them within tolerances?
Guess I better order some. Do they come in a multi sized package? Or is it a single size per unit type thing? Think I saw them, but they were a single unit type thing. Wonder if there is ANY local alli dealers who would carry them.
Ordered my kit up. Should see it in a couple weeks. Might have some dumb questions and brain farts once I tear into it. :woott:
Is the new wiring harness something that is required to replace? I see that some do it and some don't. Ordering parts to do mine just trying to get my ducks in a row.
Thanks Mike. Unfortunately mine is leaking and has been for a while. Is there a vendor on here that sells them? Or should I just get one from the dealer?
I got mine either from merchant auto or dirty hooker diesel. Only replacing mine since I have 300k on the trans. Might as well replace it while I'm in there.
I had a talk with the truck tonight. Crawled underneath and looked at what I'm getting myself into. Tried to talk it into being nice and it decided to drop dry mud in my eye...
Cursed it and went inside.
Lotsa time to get psyched again. Looking forward to opening it up, just not removal and re installation.
I had a talk with the truck tonight. Crawled underneath and looked at what I'm getting myself into. Tried to talk it into being nice and it decided to drop dry mud in my eye...
Cursed it and went inside.
Lotsa time to get psyched again. Looking forward to opening it up, just not removal and re installation.
Mike, do you carry the goer end pto covers that require the drilling of the case to redirect the fluid from the c2's to the c3's? I had been thinking that with the pinwheels it probably wouldn't be an issue, but since you have to do it with the trans gutted, figured this is the best time if the covers are a good idea.
Also, is there a particular trans fluid to use with the suncoast kits (I believe we decided on Dex 3, just looking for a specific brand)? It's the last thing on my list and I'm not exactly sure how much to get. I'm assuming it would be a good idea to get all the fluid out of the cooler and lines to/from the trans at the same time to make sure there is nothing to contaminate the trans.
Lastly, there are drags this weekend. If I push the tranny in its current state with the failing converter, am I likely to destroy the trans in a way that my build will not be able to repair it? (I hope that makes sense).
Also, is there a particular trans fluid to use with the suncoast kits (I believe we decided on Dex 3, just looking for a specific brand)? It's the last thing on my list and I'm not exactly sure how much to get. I'm assuming it would be a good idea to get all the fluid out of the cooler and lines to/from the trans at the same time to make sure there is nothing to contaminate the trans.
Lastly, there are drags this weekend. If I push the tranny in its current state with the failing converter, am I likely to destroy the trans in a way that my build will not be able to repair it? (I hope that makes sense).
Its not worth taking out your trans and contaminating your system with crap. I put Valvoline dex 3 in mine. It took 20 quarts.
My kits at the border waiting on customs. Got word today. Mike, I'm off Monday so I'll try to give you a dingle when I get a chance between chores and errands.
quote" I use a regular floor jack to lower my trans from under the truck and it works well, just make sure it's balanced or else you will be juggling 350 pounds...trust me, it sucks.
Here is how I get it back up under the truck
Ratcheting tie downs around the torsion bars and under the trans. Ratchet it and it lifts it right up so you can slide your jack under it. Works like a champ." end quote
i made up a simple trans pan cradle that slips into the head of the floor jack. works a treat!!
one spigot of just trans the other is trans with transfer case attached.
Here is how I get it back up under the truck
Ratcheting tie downs around the torsion bars and under the trans. Ratchet it and it lifts it right up so you can slide your jack under it. Works like a champ." end quote
i made up a simple trans pan cradle that slips into the head of the floor jack. works a treat!!
one spigot of just trans the other is trans with transfer case attached.
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If I had access to a welder and steel I'm sure it would be super handy. Gotta realize I'm doing this in a carport with heaved/rutted asphalt and no pneumatic tools. Think caveman meets Industrial Age.
Parts were attempted to be dropped off. If I can get the rest of my stuff together I'll be doing it this coming week. Sounds like I may have a week off, lotsa time!
Jack stands, jack, catch containers, and trans fluid and I'm set I think. No bench grinder. 4" grinder though.
Jack stands, jack, catch containers, and trans fluid and I'm set I think. No bench grinder. 4" grinder though.
What's the grinder for? I'm jealous you got your kit!! I ordered mine but they were out of stock on some parts been playing the waiting game, poking around trying to take it easy on 3rd gear.
I haven't taken it easy on her since my wife told me to order my stuff. Hasn't left the 150 tune. Tires are looking a little worn out now...
Lol
Lol