Bad torque converter??
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Bad torque converter??
Well, looks like the end is near or already here. 93 AWD Aerostar, launched the boat, pulled out and felt a major "lurch". Bascially it drives okay for a short stretch (depending on the speed) and then gives a violent lurch or jolt. Doesn't do it will coasting and is worse at lower speeds or under load. Seems like there was a secondary vibration at higher speeds in OD. Is it possible that it's just the torque converter and is that difficult to replace? I can replace stuff like cylinder heads, transfer cases, axles, etc. but I've never done a torque converter. In any event, it's over for this one, with 182K it's time for a replacement. I'm just wondering if it's worth my while to try and make it a $1,000 used car instead of a $300 used car (if that).
It does have Captain Chairs, KYB shocks, factory ski rack and rear anti-sway bar is someones in the Portland, OR area!
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Biederboat
It does have Captain Chairs, KYB shocks, factory ski rack and rear anti-sway bar is someones in the Portland, OR area!
Thanks,
Biederboat
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I just spent over a grand on my 92, and consider it a much better situation than a $1,000 used car I have no idea about. This has been a great van and will continue to be for many years down the road. I'd much rather have my Aerostar than something else.
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Fluid level and quality looked okay. I forgot to mention, it doesn't go into park.
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Okay, that last one makes some sense. Hopefully the manual will tell me how to adjust it. I suppose it makes logical sense that it has stretched/loosened rather than tightened?
Thanks,
Biederboat
Thanks,
Biederboat