Anyone here intimate with these tranny's? - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

Champagne96Carmy5sfe · 12-12-2010, 12:31 PM

My 96 Sedan had been taking extra time getting into second gear for a while, I did a trans filter change, noting the extremely grey fluid. Coming home from church today second gear was slipping, and climbing my driveway it shuddered horendously. So at 235,000 miles she's finally gone through all the friction material in the second gear clutch pack?

I was hoping someone would tell my how easy it was to rebuild these transmissions. I just put the third timing belt on her and the rejuvinated torque seems to have contributed to the problem. My preference would be to swap over to a manual trans, but it seems easier to find a rebuild kit than to find a donor camry with a 5 speed and all the goodies.

Anyone out there done a rebuild? I'm pretty experienced mechanically, done a few motor rebuilds, and ground ups. T've never taken a trans apart, but i'm willing to dive headlong into this one. I just want to hear a few opinions before I commit myself.

icrman · 12-12-2010, 12:46 PM

I'm not familiar with these transmissions, but have done many other automatic's. Your biggest problem will be such things as seal protectors for putting pistons in place. Everything else isn't too bad, but you really have to pay attention to the way the parts fit, as some can be installed backwards. It is reall easy to goof up. Some of it can be a bit time consuming if your not that experianced with that sort of thing.

***Mister_Perkins*** · 12-12-2010, 12:52 PM

When you remove the clutch packs, make sure that you keep everything in order so you know how everything came out. Easiest way there.

Also make sure the transmission is sitting vertical so everything doesnt flop to one side. This is extremely important to do this!

RichieRichJP · 12-12-2010, 12:52 PM

Getting intimate with tranny's?? No thanks.

SexieWASD · 12-12-2010, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by RichieRichJP

Getting intimate with tranny's?? No thanks.

This is not the thread I was expecting.

2000-Avalon · 12-12-2010, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by SexieWASD

This is not the thread I was expecting.

What did you have in mind?

97ToyCar · 12-13-2010, 02:04 PM

I assume that you have the A140E slush box. To be honest, auto boxes are fairly complex. You'll have to have some special tools, and lots of patience. Sounds like the trans was never properly maintained, either by you or the PO. I would suggest looking around in your area for a good trans shop, one that is accredited by the ATRA, so you know that they can be trusted, and let them do the work for you. Less aggravation on your part in the end. You do the R&R on your own, if you are inclined to do so. You could also buy one that is already rebuilt, and use yours for a good core. Make sure you replace the rear main engine seal, torque converter and trans mount while you are in there, regardless if is is leaking or not. Also, make sure to inspect the CV axle as well. You won't have to go back in there to replace something you missed later. That is what I would do. Plus, you will have some sort of warranty on the trans, at least for a while. This should give you peace of mind. Good luck, and happy driving!

reluctantmechanic · 12-13-2010, 02:14 PM

In looking for an engine for my mom car, I noted a great many transmissions on Car-parts.com right around the $350-450 range, and you'll find a lot in your area. This would be the way I would go - rebuilding a trans is a fair amount of work...just my .02

please keep us posted on which way you go!

***Mister_Perkins*** · 12-13-2010, 02:16 PM

Seriously automatic transmissions are not that complicated.

Like I said lay everything out in the exact order and put one piece back at a time. Easy as counting to 100

jtex2717 · 12-13-2010, 05:45 PM

I pulled my slushbox apart when I destroyed it to figure out what went wrong...come to find out I shredded the differential gear....

I found it quite easy to work on...and it was fun too....just lay out all your tools/parts....and carefully do things bit by bit....you will be ok...

reluctantmechanic · 12-13-2010, 05:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister_Perkins

Seriously automatic transmissions are not that complicated.

Like I said lay everything out in the exact order and put one piece back at a time. Easy as counting to 100

here's the problem...there are maybe 5 or 7 guys on this forum who really know what they're talking about, and you being one of them means you have a level of experience that the average joe doesn't have.

I have no doubt that you're right...but before I'd want to do this job, I'd have to have someone with experience (ie YOU) standing next to me walking me thru it!

***Mister_Perkins*** · 12-13-2010, 05:49 PM

hehe , well the only way to learn how to fix something is to learn how its put together

jtex2717 · 12-13-2010, 05:58 PM

^Amen bruther!!!!

reluctantmechanic · 12-13-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by Mister_Perkins

hehe , well the only way to learn how to fix something is to learn how its put together

True, but I'm hoping for the "Mr. Perkins DIY Trans Rebuild Video"....I would like to learn to fix something by watching an expert put it back together! Just don't go all coked-up-crazy like the guy in the DIY timing belt video....

***Mister_Perkins*** · 12-13-2010, 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by reluctantmechanic

True, but I'm hoping for the "Mr. Perkins DIY Trans Rebuild Video"....I would like to learn to fix something by watching an expert put it back together! Just don't go all coked-up-crazy like the guy in the DIY timing belt video....

lmao.. well I do have that A140E down at the shop for a 95 that was in the 92 I swapped out for the correct one. Maybe i'll go down there and tear it apart and take some pictures