Question on auto transmission
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 114
Likes: 0
From: Peyton, CO
Question on auto transmission
My transmission is starting to slip, not all the time but more each day. I called a transmission mech ( a friend ). that works on these tranny's all the time. He said it was time for a tranny rebuild and the cost would be 1500.00 for a complete rebuild not including TC. His warranty is 3yr or 30,000 miles. I told him about the BTS tranny for 4000.00 and the life time warranty, and that it was supposed to be 1 of the best tranny out there for this truck.
He said for 4000.00 he would give me a warranty like that to.
I know this guy and he does have a good reputation where I live. But I also read alot on here and alot of you seem to know what you're saying.
I have the money to go ether way, I just want to make the right choice.
Should I take a chance on the 1500.00 tranny?
He said for 4000.00 he would give me a warranty like that to.
I know this guy and he does have a good reputation where I live. But I also read alot on here and alot of you seem to know what you're saying.
I have the money to go ether way, I just want to make the right choice.
Should I take a chance on the 1500.00 tranny?
Elder User
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 935
Likes: 1
From: Bowling Green, KY
depending on what mods you plan on doing to the truck, I would say go with BTS. I do npot have an automatic but i have read many posts on them and BTS trannies. I don't think that anyone can do to a tranny what they can do to it.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2006
Posts: 11,892
Likes: 2
From: Middle Tennessee
How many miles on your truck? I beat the crap out of mine and it is still the factory one with a Transgo I installed.
What is he quoting for the TC?
I would say it depends on what you do with your truck, how long you plan to keep it, and what you expect out of a rebuild.
What are the slipping symptoms?
What is he quoting for the TC?
I would say it depends on what you do with your truck, how long you plan to keep it, and what you expect out of a rebuild.
What are the slipping symptoms?
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 114
Likes: 0
From: Peyton, CO
I have 195000 for mileage. He quoted 850.00 for a new 3 stage TC. He recommended the 3 stage because I just bought a 32' fifth wheel.
I plan on keeping the truck for a long time. If the engine takes a dump I will buy a new engine. I can't see buying a new 45000.00 truck.
Slipping symptoms are: every now and then when I go somewhere, after I have been parked, I will get in, put it in gear and nothing (all 3 gears) after I sit for 5 minutes it will slowly start to go. It has'nt done that for the last 3 day's and I have put about 500 miles on it.
I plan on keeping the truck for a long time. If the engine takes a dump I will buy a new engine. I can't see buying a new 45000.00 truck.
Slipping symptoms are: every now and then when I go somewhere, after I have been parked, I will get in, put it in gear and nothing (all 3 gears) after I sit for 5 minutes it will slowly start to go. It has'nt done that for the last 3 day's and I have put about 500 miles on it.
Lead Driver
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 7,308
Likes: 250
From: Hartford, WI
The $4000 price for BTS includes the $1000 TC. So, if your friend is simply doing a stock rebuild, his price should be $2500.
Trending Topics
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 114
Likes: 0
From: Peyton, CO
NissanDoc: Good questions that I will ask him
Aklim: His price with 3 stage TC is 2350.00. Tranny=1500.00 TC=850.00
as far as stock rebuild, he said he would build it to pull my RV. So I'm not sure if it would be stock. As far as the TC goes, a 1 stage TC which is in it know from the factory would be stock.
His warranty for that price is 3 year or 30000 miles. I am leaning towards letting him do the job because of price, warranty, reputation, Local.
I know BTS is a great tranny, just by all the comments on here, but if I can save 1600.00 and a trip to Ar. from CO and back. I think I have made up my mind. I just hope I don't regret it. The last thing I want from you all, is I told u so..LOL
Thanks, Scott
Aklim: His price with 3 stage TC is 2350.00. Tranny=1500.00 TC=850.00
as far as stock rebuild, he said he would build it to pull my RV. So I'm not sure if it would be stock. As far as the TC goes, a 1 stage TC which is in it know from the factory would be stock.
His warranty for that price is 3 year or 30000 miles. I am leaning towards letting him do the job because of price, warranty, reputation, Local.
I know BTS is a great tranny, just by all the comments on here, but if I can save 1600.00 and a trip to Ar. from CO and back. I think I have made up my mind. I just hope I don't regret it. The last thing I want from you all, is I told u so..LOL
Thanks, Scott
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath
Verdad Gallardo
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer
Joe Kucinski
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)
Brett Foote
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies
Joe Kucinski
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
Lead Driver
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 7,308
Likes: 250
From: Hartford, WI
as far as stock rebuild, he said he would build it to pull my RV. So I'm not sure if it would be stock. As far as the TC goes, a 1 stage TC which is in it know from the factory would be stock.
I know BTS is a great tranny, just by all the comments on here, but if I can save 1600.00 and a trip to Ar. from CO and back.
I think I have made up my mind. I just hope I don't regret it. The last thing I want from you all, is I told u so..LOL
I know BTS is a great tranny, just by all the comments on here, but if I can save 1600.00 and a trip to Ar. from CO and back.
I think I have made up my mind. I just hope I don't regret it. The last thing I want from you all, is I told u so..LOL
You can save $1600 but you don't have to make a road trip. He can ship or if you call him, he may have a dealer nearby.
I hope so too, for your sake. Even if you make a mistake, I doubt we would laugh in your face and tell you "I told you so". From what I have seen, people would try to help you.
Thread Starter
|
Senior User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 114
Likes: 0
From: Peyton, CO
Oh I know you all would still help, I was just kidding. This is the best site ever and I really enjoy it. I just have to go on my gut fealing, but I do thank you for the input
Scott
Scott
Lead Driver
Joined: Jan 2007
Posts: 6,708
Likes: 5
From: Kiowa CO
http://rockin-s-performance.com/
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Davgt500
6.7L Power Stroke Diesel
5
May 16, 2013 09:54 PM
bocephus_3349
Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case
3
Jun 30, 2007 06:26 PM
JTATMAN
General NON-Automotive Conversation
15
Jan 27, 2007 02:15 AM
psimpson
Clutch, Transmission, Differential, Axle & Transfer Case
4
May 16, 2006 11:09 PM