| Re: Transmission questions, PETE!!!! YOU AROUND? |
Subject: Re: Transmission questions, PETE!!!! YOU AROUND? by PeteK on 2008/10/23 1:37:26 Quote:
John, Glad to hear from you today, but wish it was under better circumstances. I will try to post everything here, so others can benefit from it as well. I wish my new job did not destroy my free time, or I would build your trans for parts price only. It would make a great R&D trans. I do have a few transmissions running around that are working well behind similar combo's. I humbly say that I have built a few that have been very good. The key is blueprinting, moreso than parts selection. Although both are important. Until I can offer up a complete parts list, I wanted to offer the following: 1)Never under estimate the benefit of dealing with someone local, that is qualified. If they have pride, and attention to detail, they can do it. Something to be said about doing handshake deals. 2)Mailorder is fine, but if you have a problem, it is difficult to resolve in a cost effective manner. I personally have never been a fan of mailorder. I have reaped the benefits of it, that is true, but never really understood the nature of such a purchase. 3) Forget warrantees. Realisticly, no one will offer one, and those that do will often find a reason to deny a claim. It is human nature, and fair under the circumstances (big powered auto. 4) The best builder is one that is enthusiastic about the build. I have had too many mixed drinks to offer much else this evening, but shall follow through as promised. Find a good builder and roll the dice. Should be a fun project that hopefully does not break the bank. |
