Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) transmission

[wrichards]

I posted a while back about transmission slipping in first gear. Did a lot of searching and emailing about different transmission options. Bottom line is I now need to have this done right away and local transmission shop is going to have to do it. I spoke to them today and they said they "rebuild these things all the time" and could upgrade it with a shift kit If I wanted to and a heavier duty Torque Converter. Can you give me some specifics of what I can tell him to do that will make this transmission long lasting and myabe some other info so I sound like I know what I am talking about. Also if he rebuilds it to stock is there anything I can do when I get it back?? Truckis used for landscaping and its a real busy time of year can't free it up for several weeks taking it out of state to have it fixed. I am in Long Island NY.

 

[jetenginedoctor]

Do yourself a favor and get the DTT. There's no point in having a local builder rebuild it with the same sloppy tolerances that makes the transmission the weak link in the first place. I promise you, if you spend the money once, and change your fluid regularly, you'll be a very happy man for many years and miles to come.



BK

 

[vssman]

Sent you a PM...

 

[DieselRam30]

A rebuild of a mediocre transmission in the first place is not going to produce a better transmission. The shift kit may boost line pressures, but it will not equal the performance of an engineered valve body upgrade when it comes to reliability and performance. A "heavier duty" torque converter is great, but what exactly does "heavy duty" mean? If it were me, I would bite the bullet (read: more expensive) and get it done right by a reputable company (I'm not going to tell you who to go to; there is plenty of opinion on that subject).

 

[rrausch]

I agree--don't let the local trans shop learn on your truck.



Call the major Trans. vendors and make your own decision based on who you like talking to. I went with ATS, with their Stage IV rebuild 3 years ago, and it is the best thing I ever did to my truck. ATS is a family operation, and Clint Cannon has affiliated dealers all over the country. Unlike other vendors ATS makes ALL their own product in their own in-house manufacturing plant. It's all U. S. A. made. If you wanna call Clint, the number is 800-949-6002 I'd go with them again in a heartbeat.

 

[wrichards]

I would love to do this however who will install it for me. Never done it and unfortuantely don't have the time. I am happy to pay for what ever it takes to get it done right PM me for anyone near long island ny.

 

[DieselRam30]

I would love to do this however who will install it for me. Never done it and unfortuantely don't have the time. I am happy to pay for what ever it takes to get it done right PM me for anyone near long island ny.

If you can't get to a certified installer of whoever you end up picking, the next best option is a diesel shop familiar with the Dodge Cummins, which is what I had to do. If you buy a complete transmission, the shop shouldn't have to touch the internals. As far as installation procedure, I can't comment on all of them, but DTT sends a very, very detailed installation procedure that a competent mechanic should be able to perform. This is not to say that any competent mechanic is suitable, but you get the idea.



Best bet is a certified installer though, hands downs... if you can get to one.

 

[6btsmoker]

not to put any of the "big"guys down,but all the "big" guys started out as just "local"transmission shops. you could check with other people in your area about the local shop in question. they should have access to all the hd parts and pieces. check to see if they are an ATRA ( automatic transmission rebuilders assn ) member. ATRA has training standards for member shops. not trying to tell anyone what to do,but local is not always bad or of lesser quality.

 

[ProMac1K]

I agree there, but they expanded, which is something that always seems to give the edge over a local shop. It doesn't hurt to check out a local shop, just know what you're dealing with when you go there.

 

[McLaughlin]

If you can't get to a certified installer of whoever you end up picking, the next best option is a diesel shop familiar with the Dodge Cummins, which is what I had to do. If you buy a complete transmission, the shop shouldn't have to touch the internals. As far as installation procedure, I can't comment on all of them, but DTT sends a very, very detailed installation procedure that a competent mechanic should be able to perform. This is not to say that any competent mechanic is suitable, but you get the idea.



Best bet is a certified installer though, hands downs... if you can get to one.

If you're considering DTT, I'd suggest you give them a call. They will be able to provide the name of the nearest factory trained/certified installer. I've been told, DTT requires their installers to get yearly training at the factory to remain DTT certified.

 

[wrichards]

Getting quality rebuild from Precision Diesel in Long island. He told me that a performance transmission was not neccessary for my everyday work and towing applications. He said he is going to put in heavy duty clutch pacs, upgraded valve body and heavy duty tourque converter. Shop is an authorized ATS installer and they see hundereds of our trucks so I think he is doing right by me. Also he is going to change the leaking oil pan gasket which involves engine removal and replacement. he is also going to check the angles of the drivline since I have had Launch shudder since I purchased the vehicle and no one seems to have any solutions. When i get the truck back it should be soild front to back.

 

[DHawk]

In my humble opinion, any CTD that tows anything more than a canoe

should have stronger planets installed.

Also stop talking to any transmission rebuilder that can't answer any questions about 2-3 shift timing in a 47or 48RE or a 727 torqueflite for

that matter.

If the transmission builder can fix these two major problems, he

probably knows his salt.

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