torque converter problems
Launching!
Joined: Jan 2002
Posts: 224
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From: Monticello, MN
Originally Posted by chevygirl
The mechanic told me the trans. has to be removed and that is what the book shows they charge.
Ed
They are actually the 4th place I have taken it to. These guys say they want to make sure I am completely happy with their work. We do not have alot to choose from here in memphis. We do not have high performance shops. Everything is stock so I would think a certifed GM tech would be able to figure it out. I appreciate all of your help. I will let you know what I find out.
Staging Lane
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 56
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From: okc
hes not too far off mitchell on deman shows 4.8 hours
so hes not too far off
most people charge around 250 -300 to swap a converter
but here in oklahoma city you can get the trans overhauled
for around 500-700 in labor depending where yah go
so hes not too far off
most people charge around 250 -300 to swap a converter
but here in oklahoma city you can get the trans overhauled
for around 500-700 in labor depending where yah go
If it's running rough at idle, what's the A/F look like? Maybe you have a bad 02 sensor. Try the simple things first. Pulling the converter should be the last thing you do.
Tech Resident
Joined: Jan 2006
Posts: 5,117
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From: Philly
i'm with roarin_8. ever try cleaning off your MAF and IAC sensor? they may simply be dirty. maybe you need new plugs and wires. or, you could try seafoaming your car 
i didn't know you were nearly bone stock. now i bet you're in need of simple maintenance.
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Verdad Gallardo All of the items named have been replaced. Every ignition part and all sensors. We swapped things out trying to fix it but never got fixed. I know it should be the last option. No one seems to know what is wrong with it.
It is not the motor. Last 2 new engines do the same thing. What do you mean by tune? I am wanting to keep everything stock because I didn't want any excuses on why it would not run right. The car may be missing is all but why is it missing and why is it not doing it all the time. It feels like no power and the car won't go when cruising along and giving it gas gradually-just shakes and vibrates.
Okay I have a question. I drove it in drive instead of overdrive and got it up to 60. It did not seem to vibrate as bad or not at all. It starts shaking between 45 and up close to 50 in overdrive. Do you think my tcc solenoid might not be working?
