Category: Drivetrain, Transmission, & Axle

Changing ATF Fluid in a E4OD and 4R100 transmission

  By Mark Kovalsky I’ve done this alone. It’s easier with a second person, and sometimes helps prevent spills. Things you need to get started: The E4OD and 4R100 transmission system holds almost 18 quarts of ATF, and you must waste a couple of quarts to be sure you get it all purged and replaced, […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004


M5OD Mazda Design Manual Five Speed Transmission Preventative Measure

By Paul Grazier Ok guys and gals here is a NOTICE for my fellow Ford truck lovers. I have found a warning concerning the Mazda M5OD transmission. This warning reads as follows: M5OD Mazda Design Manual Five Speed Transmission Those of you who own Ford full size or small size trucks with the M5OD Mazda […] More »

By: | August 2, 2004


T-18 Transmission Rebuild (Part 3)

The input shaft bearing slides off with little problem. Note the oil baffle behind bearing.   Removing the output shaft bearing is not so easy, but a little effort will remove it. When removed the two shafts can be separated and removed from the case.   When the two upper shafts are separated, all the […] More »

By: | July 30, 2004



T-18 Transmission Rebuild (Part 4)

Here is what about $90 bucks will buy you. Main bearings, roller bearings, lock and snap rings, spacers, teflon guides, seals, etc.   Cut a 1" dowel to the length of the shaft and place the large spacer on it. Put one of the roller bearing spacers on next then pack with petroleum jelly and […] More »

By: | July 30, 2004


T-18 Transmission Rebuild (Part 5)

Next place the output shaft assembly into the case.   Place the two shafts together being careful not to lose any of the roller bearings.   Slide the input shaft bearing on. I found it easier to go on by moving the upper assembly around while pressing on the bearing with my other hand. Don’t […] More »

By: | July 30, 2004


T-18 Transmission Rebuild (Part 6)

Apply a thin coating of your favorite gasket sealer then the gasket and another layer of sealer.   Put the bearing cover on and tighten the bolts according to specs.   Do the same process for the pto cover plate.   Install the new teflon guides on the shifter forks, and clean the gasket sealing […] More »

By: | July 30, 2004


T-18 Transmission Rebuild (Part 1)

By Kevin Munson The rebuild process for the Borg-Warner T-18 is about the same as the New Process 435 so I decided to document the rebuild process for all of those 4 speed drivers out there. Click on the images for a larger version. Enjoy!   This is what I started with, the venerable T-18. […] More »

By: | July 30, 2004



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