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Remanufactured Transmissions

"Would someone with no mechanic experience be able to do that ATX rebuild from the pictures and such? I know a mechanic, but he wouldnt be able to do the rebuild, but could help me on specific problems I'm sure.. "

Can't say. But having someone nearby who knows what he is doing helps.


"How much would all the parts cost if I was doing the labor for that rebuild?"

From the posted link.

brtrautman,
"Well thank you for the great comments....I was getting a little worried during this rebuild when I kept having to get this part, this shim, this gear, etc. etc. eventually I got through it! Here is my cost breakdown on the trans rebuild. The only thing that is not here is that I decided tonight to replace my manual shift sensor - heck it is the only sensor I haven't replaced and it does look in bad shape. That will set me back about 40 bucks.

When I rebuilt this atx I wanted it to last another 8 years at least. That is why I replaced all sensor's, soloid pack,etc. I figure with the external oil cooler and external filter I should be able to achieve this. Even with my total cost, I still saved a bundle over taking it to a tranny shop --- besides they would not have probably come close to what I have replaced.

Before I start on the engine, I have been instructed to clean up the garage....I'll probably start on the engine disassembly next weekend.

Here are the costs:



Valve Body Gaskets 16.64
Oil Cooler 37.22
Master Kit 135
Solenoid Assembly 128.8
Band 14.5
Bushing Kit 35.51
NEW Oil Pump Assembly 190
ATX Oil Filter 30
Bearing Kit 37.51
Driven Needle bearing assembly 16.92
Misc Shims 19.3
Speed Sensor 40.73
Speed Sensor Gear 6.01
Speed Gear Planet 5.15
2 Oil line fittings on atx 24.44
Misc 37
Clutch Piston Seal Sizer 124.91
TSS 30.29
New Direct Drum Housing 90.09
Snap Ring - Expensive 14.59
Forward Return Spring 12.89
Direct Steel Thick 3.09
Lubes, etc. 15
Rebuilt Reverse Drum 38
Axle Seal 2.89
Axle Seal Installer 33.48
TransGo Shift Kit 38
Torque Seal Installer 57
Dextron III Case 18.59
Freight Return Tool Kit 15
CD4E Tool Loan 100
Sub Total $1368.55
Sell Clutch Seal Sizer -80
Deposit Return Tool Kit -80
Sell Axle Seal Installer -20
Sell TC Seal Installer -37
Total $1151.55"
 
Ok, then what would you guys think it would cost to just have a mechanic take old out and put a supplied transmission in?(without cost of the transmission itself)
 
About two years ago, the then resident expert, Unisys 12 (or something like that) posted extensive details about this trans, including how to deal with it's weaknesses. I think he also included part numbers. That would be a great resource for anyone working on that transmission.
 
I'd replace it, or the car. Think about how much your car is worth... then think if a tranny is worth it.

If you pull a tranny out of a junkyard, you may or may not be in the same situation a little down the road.

If you put a new tranny in, it's not going to increase the value of the car (well, that's compared to if you never had to replace it in the first place).

I definitely would not reccommend someone with no mechanical experience to pull apart an automatic... there's so much junk in there!
 
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