Howdy,
I have this same posting another thread with no response, thought I might try it here.
2008 F150 KR CC 2wd here. I'm waiting for my engine to come back from the engine shop. I want to check the basics on this transmission while everything is apart.
I have the pan òff, just some black dust on the magnet but not much. Fluid was darker than I would like but not burned. I have only driven this truck about 3 miles downhill to my place (bought it with oil pressure isthrsues), so I don't know for sure but I didn't notice any issues driving. All of the internals that I can see look clean.
I want to flush the coolers and lines, and would like to drain and refill the torque converter.
I also want to install a temp. gauge.
Questions---

Can I install my temp. sensor in the 1/8" Line port on the front driver's side of the transmission? If not is there a better place for 1/8" sending unit?

Is there a drain plug on the converter or can the old fluid be dumped out?

Is there anything inside that I should address or inspect while truck is apart?

Can I get more fluid out?

Should I go back with OEM fluid or is there something better out there? Approximately how much fluid I need to refill?

(Edit)- truck has 190k but transmission and t/c have orange spray paint and a boneyard stock number so actual transmission mileage is unknown.


Thanks!

 

Once your engine is re-installed and running to your satisfaction here's a procedure I've found quite useful extending the life of the transmission: Mark K Trans Flush

Once you've read that article feel free to ask any questions you might have.

HTH

 

Thanks for the reply. I'm familiar with Mark Kovalsky and I certainly trust his advice.
What's being described is a flush. A flush can only happen after everything is installed and running. My situation is that I have had an engine in the engine shop since before Christmas ( only shop around that does great work but can't find employees). What I'm trying to do is address everything that could be addressed now while I'm just waiting.
I don't want a to-do list once the motor is in, I need my truck back ASAP. I realize that a flush should only take a couple of hours. My health and age guarantees this will be a full day for me with another day to recover. The engine install will take me weeks, literally.
I know that on the crown vics there is a passage in the valve body that can be opened up to reduce the delay when shifting into reverse. Other transmissions benefit from upgraded Sonnax valves and tricumulator springs. Some are known for snap rings that break or solenoid pack issues.
if my transmission could benefit from inspecting or replacing any known and accessible issues/areas for improvement before I get it all put back together that's what I'm looking for. Thanks.