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    Offline tactransman

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    Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « on: April 21, 2006 - 07:37:19 PM »
    Just wondering if you fellow e-body folks would be interested in some Torqueflite info on shift kits and other things. I have been working on Torqueflites for over 20 Years and would share what I have learned if you'all are interested.  It will be posted in the Transmission Section. :feedback:
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    Offline ShelbyDogg

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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #1 on: April 21, 2006 - 09:59:21 PM »
    Of course! I would love to share knowledge. It also helps others that want to crack open the case to fix their trannies.  I also started rebuilding my own 904s and 727s 20 years ago when a tranny (aamco) tried to Charge me $1200, in 1984 to put a seal in. (high clutch piston seal).   The problem: I didn't have 3rd gear, or reverse. I got a trans kit, pulled it apart, changed all of the burnt clutches, put it back in,  SAME PROBLEM.  Looked in a service manual and noticed that the piston seals needed a special tool.  Took it up to AAMCO, asked for a price to just change the piston seal. Same price as a rebuild, $1200.  I took it home and made my own tool to compress those springs, then fixed it myself.  Since then, I've always rebuilt all of my trannies for my race cars.
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #2 on: April 21, 2006 - 10:18:14 PM »
    Ok, to be honest, rebuilding transmissions have always seemed like brain surgery to me.  We have a 904 that came out of the duster that we want to have rebuilt (currently no reverse).  If you could teach us how to do it ourselves, that would be awesome! :thumbsup:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #3 on: April 21, 2006 - 11:02:01 PM »
    Although I don't need it now (knock on wood), I'll always take the opportunity to learn.
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #4 on: April 22, 2006 - 03:34:15 AM »
    I would love to learn that as well  :popcorn:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #5 on: April 22, 2006 - 05:19:17 AM »
    Iwould always love more info on the 904/727 its been about 15 years since i rebuilt one. I definatley could use a refresher  :droolingbounce:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #6 on: April 22, 2006 - 05:21:07 AM »
    Keep an eye out in the Transmission Section and I will post it within the next week. Thanks for all the replies. :cheers:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #7 on: April 22, 2006 - 06:40:10 AM »


    Me too!  :bananasmi Guru Trans guys are awesome....especially with the best trans ever made in their hands. :ylsuper:


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    Offline whitesatinmopar

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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #8 on: April 22, 2006 - 06:47:22 AM »
    You bet ! ! Thanks a lot, I have a BB and a SB 727 that I can "experment" on.  :cheers:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #9 on: April 22, 2006 - 07:04:30 AM »
    That is a great topic. I have picked up a book on how to rebuild 727s and was also looking at some of those complete over haul kits from B&M. I may have the need to rebuild my auto, since it has been sitting around for 13 years, I can't imagine it would be in top condition.

    Much like many the thought of breaking into one and actually fixing it doesn't sound like fun but would be kewl to learn. But if you are going to have the motor out you might as well.

    Thoughts? TIPS :clueless:? Anyone have a good lead on a great rebuild kit :thumbsup:?

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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #10 on: April 22, 2006 - 08:59:57 AM »
    Watch the " Racing " rebuild kits, they are usually way over priced. I can suggest anything you need, just post it here at CC.com or contact me at www.tactrans.com   :cheers:  Terry
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #11 on: April 22, 2006 - 09:10:09 AM »


    I do know one thing that I have heard through many serious Auto buffs, TransGo make the best shift kits.

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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #12 on: April 22, 2006 - 09:19:09 AM »
    Yes , and I will show why in the tech article.You combine B&M stuff with TransGo stuff and you get the best of both!!!!!!!!!! :thumbsup:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #13 on: April 22, 2006 - 09:39:29 AM »


    I heard B&M wasn't the best stuff around? TCI if anything, TransGo shift kits and Cheetah shifters.
    I prefer rod shifters like the Slap-stik, no cables.  :biggrin: Mopars with B&M hammer type shifters look like the common 1980s Camaros 350/350 poo combos.... :eek4:



    Being a trans guy, have you got behind or checked out the Gear Vendors Overdrive units?  :swaying:
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    Re: Do it yourself B&M Shift Kit ( replica )
    « Reply #14 on: April 22, 2006 - 09:43:45 AM »
    No, any info on them that you have I will be interested in. When it comes to Overdrives I am pretty happy with the 518.   :D
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