natallica Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 (edited) PART 1 Hey guys, I took some pics during my rebuild and just like Shelby and Alan have told me "This isn't near as bad as you may think". Well, they're correct. I've put this project off for quite a while but once I ordered the parts and got into it... it really wasn't that bad at all (a tranny stand would have been nice though . Now, I may not have done things the way a tranny expert may have done (this was my first). But I got everything back together, with no extra parts left over and I'm 99% sure I replaced everything serviceable, and the only parts that were worn out we're my drums, other than that, most other items showed no wear. There hasn't really been a great deal of info about this so I thought I'd take some time to post my experience and hopefully it may assist someone else who's wanting to tackle this. First I carefully started to disassemble the tranny on a clean work table, giving myself plenty of space to sort each section out. http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03960_zps6292c6f5.jpg After taking out a few snap rings and keeping the frictions and steels together "in their original order" I found my drums were both shot...also meaning the bands were shot. http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03959_zps939cf17e.jpg After thoroughly cleaning all of the outer casing, I replaced the accumulator seal (using air to help release it) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03968_zps2ab418c3.jpg New seals installed, old ones on the left. http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03969_zps0950a709.jpg re-installed snap ring http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03970_zps684b6075.jpg replaced seals in the band adjust diaphragm http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03971_zps9221b6de.jpghttp://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03972_zps65948383.jpg being mindful of the fluid passages, this can only be "properly" installed one way. http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03973_zpsef264e1f.jpg Installing new Kevlar bands (courtesy of MikeMeyerhoff) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03974_zps6b60a245.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03975_zpsc5faaa57.jpg replacing 4 more seals (they're split so they're a piece of cake, just don't break them) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03977_zps9bb3ef91.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03978_zps9ab15d0e.jpg checking specs in the pump section, all good there! http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03979_zps29a51e67.jpg Check to be sure you don't forget the check-balls are in the right spots in the correct orientation (as per manual) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03981_zpsb192451a.jpg apply gasket (Vaseline helps hold them in position) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03982_zps50cf633b.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/continued_zps45b606fc.jpg IN PART 2 Here's a list of a few Parts locations that I used (feel free to add more to this post) Mike Meyerhoff (SQC member) - Kevlar Bands (requires core charge, reimbursed) approx $50.00Master rebuild Kit (various suppliers available) for the L4N71B approx $200JP Transmissions (TX) Direct Drum and OD Drum $20 Each plus shippingTransmission Parts USA - Vacuum Modulator approx $30 Hope this helps a few fellas out there. And I'll post some more info when I get this installed and let you know if there are any new developments Thanks-N8 Edited November 19, 2013 by natallica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted November 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 (edited) PART 2 comparing new against old http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03985_zps6f29e5fa.jpg Stacking the correct order (as per manual) into the rear section and securing with the snap ring http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03990_zps7d13fa16.jpg replacing seals on Governor section http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC03991_zps84823900.jpg Installing frictions and steels into drum http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04030_zpsb1c87e1e.jpg B fits into C (wiggling back and forth till it hits home) tends to be a PITA sometimes, but it's gotta get there http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04032_zpsfdb652f8.jpg A Fits into B same technique as mentioned above http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04033_zps4906641a.jpg Installation of Planetary assembly http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04034_zps5c9fc518.jpg Sun gear installation (tall side up) http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04035_zps013fe800.jpg Inserting whole assembly onto intermediate shaft http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04038_zpscea4aeca.jpg thoroughly cleaning yucky parts http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04039_zps290b5b4b.jpg more seals http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04040_zps15e46d7f.jpghttp://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04041_zps4b582dc0.jpg no pics but when installing the rear tailpiece, be sure to install Parking pawl/spring and washer, and properly align the shift rod. I'm sure there is somethings missing from this, but when I remembered to take pics, I took them. And I may have missed a few steps, but like I said. If you have the manual and all of your parts on hand... most of this stuff only goes together one way, all down one axis. Take pictures during dissassembly and follow the manuals and it's not bad at all. Finished product after paint, clear and powder coating the pan. http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04053_zps2eaef799.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04055_zps21266ad2.jpg http://i1234.photobucket.com/albums/ff408/n8tallica1/1989%20Fiji%20Blue%20Conquest%20TSi/89%20Auto%20Tranny%20rebuild/DSC04058_zpsf010aa88.jpg Here's a list of a few Parts locations that I used (feel free to add more to this post) Mike Meyerhoff (SQC member) - Kevlar Bands (requires core charge, reimbursed) approx $50.00Master rebuild Kit (various suppliers available) for the L4N71B approx $200JP Transmissions (TX) Direct Drum and OD Drum $20 Each plus shippingTransmission Parts USA - Vacuum Modulator approx $30 Hope this helps a few fellas out there. And I'll post some more info when I get this installed and let you know if there are any new developments Thanks-N8 Edited November 19, 2013 by natallica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OPTIMUSPRIME Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 There you go!Nice to have all info with pictures in one post.EXCELLENT FOR AUTOMATICS ...and yes , if there's anyone else want to add please post direc links as well. Thanks Natallica I'm getting ready to rebuilt a spare tranny so this is good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 This is great! Needs to go in to the FAQ~!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
creakyjoints Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Looks like it's mostly replacing orings. Good clear pics too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidjc Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Great job Nate, nice clear pics, a well documented build! It's great to know that I have such a short distance to travel to drop off the 88' trans & voila; a beautifully done "spanky new trans!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tsi_tom Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Nice job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Posted November 19, 2013 Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 Great job! I knew you could do it. Looks great also, I now have a parts washer for a better cleaning job. Wish I had thought to build a box cradle like you did, I just flipped it over. Congrats!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted November 19, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 19, 2013 (edited) Great job! I knew you could do it. Looks great also, I now have a parts washer for a better cleaning job. Wish I had thought to build a box cradle like you did, I just flipped it over. Congrats!!Thanks for the Kudos fellas! As for the box... Heatmiser had parts in it when I bought his car. I looked around the garage for some way to support this so I hacked some half moons out and...viola! It flipped forward a few times but all in all, it worked pretty good. -N8 Edited November 19, 2013 by natallica Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeMeyerhoff Posted November 20, 2013 Report Share Posted November 20, 2013 You bought a new modulator? Did you have to change pins or was the original one still the correct length? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natallica Posted November 20, 2013 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2013 You bought a new modulator? Did you have to change pins or was the original one still the correct length?Haven't gotten quite that far just yet. 89PalermoSHP recommended that site for one so that's where I'm ordering it from (just wanted to post links for members contemplating buying the parts). I was looking for my ziplock baggie of accessories and I can't find it. But it was getting late. -N8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kev Posted November 25, 2013 Report Share Posted November 25, 2013 awesome work! Pinned this thread to the top of the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
89PalermoSHP Posted April 20, 2014 Report Share Posted April 20, 2014 You bought a new modulator? Did you have to change pins or was the original one still the correct length? Same pin. I never experienced a stock auto in good condition before the rebuild but that modulator functioned better than what the trans shop supplied and one from napa. It shifted perfectly in both normal and performance type driving. The link shows they are out of stock. Hopefully thats temporary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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