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Technical => Drivetrain Tech => Topic started by: Ford Fan on June 14, 2007, 12:50:03 AM

Title: Trans Question
Post by: Ford Fan on June 14, 2007, 12:50:03 AM
[COLOR="Blue"]When a transmission "burns up" because the T.V. cable was not attached, what would need to be replaced? Will a Master Overhaul kit be required? Don't know much about transmissions...[/COLOR]
Title: Trans Question
Post by: 87crzypssy on July 05, 2007, 03:37:57 PM
I also would like to know the answer to that question, if the parts are reasonable i may reconsider building an AOD
Title: Trans Question
Post by: Thunder Chicken on July 05, 2007, 04:31:53 PM
I'm not an AOD expert, but I believe the TV cable regulates fluid pressure, and when it is disconnected the pressure goes way down. With the low pressure the clutches and bands don't "clamp" tight enough and they slip, causing them to wear out, or "burn up". So, while I'm pulling this out of my ass, at least it's a somewhat educated ass-pulling: The clutches and bands burn up.
Title: Trans Question
Post by: Kitz Kat on July 05, 2007, 06:07:44 PM
If your puttin HP into it theres a lot more than a big kit.
My torqe converter alone cost me 800.
Title: Trans Question
Post by: TurboCoupe50 on July 05, 2007, 06:14:28 PM
Carmen is correct with his ass pullin' :hick: (Just don't sniff the answer)...:rollin: :rollin: :rollin:

Mainly it's the direct clutch(for 3rd gear) and the O/D band that gets toasted...
Title: Trans Question
Post by: ajsbird on July 05, 2007, 10:37:48 PM
Usualy it get the o.d. band. Sometimes the reverse drum (very rarely). But a master kit as long as it comes with bands should do it.
Title: Trans Question
Post by: JAMEZILLA on July 09, 2007, 01:51:24 PM
Master overhaul will do it, & ALWAYS put in a new or refurbished torque converter at over haul-too many good reasons why to list. And yes it's the internal friction materials that "burn up". Are you considering doing the rebuild yourself?