Well all of my best laid plans all went to hell. I was hoping that I would be able to swing enough cash with my bonus and tax return that I could buy a built trans for my '05. That is not going to happen!

Now I need to know what to do. I use the truck as a daily driver (in-town traffic, unloaded) but when I tow it's between 8k - 10k. I also have the mods listed in my sig and would like to get a Smarty next year. I wanted a trans that I never had to worry about again but I'm only able to pull together $1500 - $2000. The trans shifts fine for now but I do have a bit of 2nd gear slip on light throttle. I am out of adjustment on my bands.

So would I be better off saving the cash until the trans gives out or should I do as much as I can now? Would I be able to have a fortified enough trans for how I use my truck with my budget? If so, what parts do I need?

I have never torn into an auto trans before, so I really have no idea what I'm doing. However, I am mechanically inclined (rebuild axles including ring and pinion setups, rebuilt transfer cases, rebuilt engines, etc). I just really need some suggestions. I'm beyond bummed about how little cash I have availible for this.

 

https://www.dieselbombers.com/5-9-li...bout-48re.html a good read about your tranny and you can check this out about a kit https://www.dieselbombers.com/price-...trans-kit.html

 

So I would need something like Suncoast's Extream Rebuild Kit, a TC and a VB or shift kit, correct? Anything else? Or can I get away with less?

 

your idea about saving money is good too unless it happens at a bad time like when your loaded and in bfe and have to have it towed and you ought to price some of that out with our sponsers you might get a swinging deal

 

i wish you were closer. brian could build you a good tranny.

 

I just found Dave at Ultimate Trans in (or around) Boise, ID. If you want, let me know you want his number and I will pass it along so you can give him a call. He will be the one doing my trans work from now on! I had already bought my shift kit from someone else and he has been walking me through it!! What a guy! And to boot: he has been building some awesome all out racing trans!! You can tell talking to him that he knows what he is doing!

 

Yeah, and I'm sure that's exactly what would happen! And don't worry, I'm planning on supporting our sponsers as much as possible.

Me too!

I would appreciate his number. At least just to pick his brain! Boise is not a bad drive for me, so that is another option.

 

I would highly recommend them! It seems like their pricing is pretty good to me. In fact, I just got off the phone with Matt as I needed a little help with this shift kit install. It is sure nice to be able to get a hold of someone when you have a question. Every other business I called today is closed Saturdays. . . . (I think they are closed, but they answer anyway! Crazy!!)
Dave's is: 208-631-2133
Matt's is: 208-830-6449

I know Dave is gone for the weekend but he will be back Tue I think. I hear he is usually in the shop late at night so it's good to hear he gets away a little hear and there.
Give them a call and let me know what you think. I learn a lot each time I talk to them! Good peeps for sure!

 

Thanks so much everybody. I wouldn't be so stressed about it as everything feels correct (soft shifts but correct) except for 2nd gear, light throttle like in traffic leaving a stoplight. Then every once in a while it doesn't feel like it stays locked in 2nd. This is daily driving with no load, Superchips on "tow".