Replace solenoids while doing valve body?

[GRoutzahn]

I'm going to be swapping out the valve body w/ a performance one in my stupid 47RE and was wondering whether or not it is recommended to install new solenoids while I'm at it. Any other stuff that I should replace while doing the v/b? Thanks.

 

[Moose Truck]

Yes, May as well, All the pros just do it.

 

[cerberusiam]

I'm going to be swapping out the valve body w/ a performance one in my stupid 47RE and was wondering whether or not it is recommended to install new solenoids while I'm at it. Any other stuff that I should replace while doing the v/b? Thanks.

The VB should come with a new solenoids and transducers. If not complain loudly.

 

[GRoutzahn]

The VB should come with a new solenoids and transducers. If not complain loudly.

Normally it would (so far as I know) but I'm getting it out of a 48RE.

 

[cerberusiam]

Normally it would (so far as I know) but I'm getting it out of a 48RE.

Ahh, then definitely replace them. They are definitely a pain if they don't work. #@$%!

 

[GRoutzahn]

Are any in particular recommended or should I just get Mopar?

 

[cerberusiam]

Are any in particular recommended or should I just get Mopar?

I got mine from the local Trans supply and they claimed they are all pretty much the same and from the same source. Don't know how true it is.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Sounds good. Thanks for the help.

 

[TWilkening]

Dunno what the trans shop will charge for the parts, but From dodge both will set you back around $200. I just had to replace mine and the Solenoid was around $120, and transducer was another $60.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Dunno what the trans shop will charge for the parts, but From dodge both will set you back around $200. I just had to replace mine and the Solenoid was around $120, and transducer was another $60.

Yikes. I think I'll call around and see how cheap I can get them.

 

[cerberusiam]

Dunno what the trans shop will charge for the parts, but From dodge both will set you back around $200. I just had to replace mine and the Solenoid was around $120, and transducer was another $60.

Solenoid $59, transducer $37 at the local supplier.



While your at it, get a Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve to upgrade the factory parts. Fluid flow in park, better pressure control also.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Solenoid $59, transducer $37 at the local supplier.



While your at it, get a Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve to upgrade the factory parts. Fluid flow in park, better pressure control also.

Would the local transmission shop have a Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve you think? Anything else to do while I'm in there?



Thanks again.

 

[cerberusiam]

Would the local transmission shop have a Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve you think? Anything else to do while I'm in there?



Thanks again.

If they are a parts supplier then yes they should have them. A Transgo shift kit while it is out would be a BIG plus.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Holy cow.

OK, so you're suggesting that when I install the new performance v/b to also install/replace:

Solenoids

Transducer

Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve

Transgo **** kit



Any of this stuff real hard to do? I've worked on cars/trucks at my old man's shop for years but autos have always befuddled me so have been something I send to a transmission shop.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Oops. I meant shift kit not **** kit.



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[cerberusiam]

Holy cow.

OK, so you're suggesting that when I install the new performance v/b to also install/replace:

Solenoids

Transducer

Sonnax manual valve and pressure relief valve

Transgo **** kit



Any of this stuff real hard to do? I've worked on cars/trucks at my old man's shop for years but autos have always befuddled me so have been something I send to a transmission shop.

You said you were getting one from a 48RE, I assumed used one. Since you were asking about replacing parts I once again assumed used. Right? or ?? Who/where are you getting the VB from?



If it is a performance VB it SHOULD have all the previously referenced pieces, but, I would specifically ask just to make sure they are doing the things that need to be done.

 

[Vaughn MacKenzie]

Oops. I meant shift kit not **** kit.



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Whoa now GRoutzahn let's keep it clean :-laf

 

[GRoutzahn]

You said you were getting one from a 48RE, I assumed used one. Since you were asking about replacing parts I once again assumed used. Right? or ?? Who/where are you getting the VB from?



If it is a performance VB it SHOULD have all the previously referenced pieces, but, I would specifically ask just to make sure they are doing the things that need to be done.

Yes, it is a used one w/ low miles. I'm getting it from another TDR member. I assumed that it had a shift kit and other stuff, just not sure what. The person that I am purchasing it from is out of town right now and I'm waiting on a reply to list everything that has been done. Just getting a little antsy. I want to make sure that by the time I get it I also have the rest of the parts that I need to put in there. Should hear back today.

 

[GRoutzahn]

Whoa now GRoutzahn let's keep it clean :-laf

I know, I know. I'm a real #@$%!.