Pulling engine and trans
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Pulling engine and trans
Ok gurus, my car has 184000 miles on it and the tranny went out the other day. Am currently in the process of pulling both eng and trans out. What I would like to know is, what are some things I need to replace while it is out. I already have plans to replace the following....
1. Eng oil pan gasket.
2. Trans oil pan gasket.
3. Valve cover gaskets.
and some other minor details that I cannot think of at this time.
I do believe Billboost is wanting me to take pics of the transmission while it is out. (hoping to do a complete teardown) If anyone is interested in specific pics, let me know.
1. Eng oil pan gasket.
2. Trans oil pan gasket.
3. Valve cover gaskets.
and some other minor details that I cannot think of at this time.
I do believe Billboost is wanting me to take pics of the transmission while it is out. (hoping to do a complete teardown) If anyone is interested in specific pics, let me know.
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I'd do the waterpump at the same time...its tricky to replace when the engine is in.....re gasketing is always a good plan
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Originally Posted by SSEimatt93
I'd do the waterpump at the same time...its tricky to replace when the engine is in.....re gasketing is always a good plan
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Originally Posted by GAMEOVER
coolant by-pass tube
Mine has been replaced 4 times though :?
Kept either coming out, or cracking. I finally HELPED my mechanic do it
hasn't leaked yet.
it'* a $7 part but well worth it.
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The coolant tube at that mileage should already have been changed... check to ensure it'* metal.
On the oil pan... this might be worth a trip to your local dealer'* parts counter. I found that GM expects you to use an engine sealant in addition to the gasket....
On the oil pan... this might be worth a trip to your local dealer'* parts counter. I found that GM expects you to use an engine sealant in addition to the gasket....
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Originally Posted by BillBoost37
On the oil pan... this might be worth a trip to your local dealer'* parts counter. I found that GM expects you to use an engine sealant in addition to the gasket....
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Originally Posted by SSEimatt93
I'd do the waterpump at the same time...its tricky to replace when the engine is in.....re gasketing is always a good plan
As for other things to change. I highly suggest you replace the rear main seal when the tranny is out. The only way to replace that seal is to remove the transmission. Even if it'* not leaking now, it'* great prevenative maintenance to get it replaced.
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Originally Posted by bill buttermore
Originally Posted by BillBoost37
The coolant tube at that mileage should already have been changed... check to ensure it'* metal.