Subject: Re: Transmission question by PeteK on 2008/12/31 17:48:32
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PeteK wrote:
The big thing for me to figure out is the logistics. It is a shame, because I enjoy building these things, but travel, and living in New Hampshire is a pain in my ass. I will try to figure it out though.
There is no available aftermaket input or output shafts for a 700r4. Input shafts can be hardened, but then they become brittle. In my opinion, hardened input shafts is a gimick. Money is a non issue now, so now worries. I have an idea, and want to look into it before I commit.
Sounds great. You look into whatever you need to. I know you are a busy man and travel and I wouldn't mind a bit if you decide you can't do it. If it does work out just let me know what you want for everything. I'd like to pay you up front, or at least pay for the parts up front so you aren't money out of pocket at all. I'll gladly pay whatever your going rate is for labor, not looking for a break there. Just looking for a good durable trans!
I have a 1989 trans here that has a bad case, and I robbed the valve body from it. My thought is that on a return trip back in january, I could completely re-manufacture all the internals. On a latter day, you could bring your trans down, we can disassemble and clean the case, install the new internals, and get you a great build, and be convenient for the both of us. Your valve body, servo, and governor can be swapped over. It may sound a bit "Mickey Mouse", but not at all. Let me see if I cannot make it possible.