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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 05:22 PM
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Got a 93 Z28. installed new trans Ran good for a week. then lost 3rd and 4th. the one i just took out had the same problem. No fluid leaks, tv cable is correct. could it be possible the computer isnt sending power to the lockup connector.
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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 07:00 PM
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isnt the 93 the 700r4 then 94+ are 4l60
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Got a 93 Z28. installed new trans Ran good for a week. then lost 3rd and 4th. the one i just took out had the same problem. No fluid leaks, tv cable is correct. could it be possible the computer isnt sending power to the lockup connector.
Hopefully you have a warranty.
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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 08:38 PM
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Ima go test the plug with a meter tomorrow. I was driving like 15 miles to work all week and it was fine. but went about 30 and then halfway back it gave out. if i turn the key on should the plug have power.
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Ima go test the plug with a meter tomorrow. I was driving like 15 miles to work all week and it was fine. but went about 30 and then halfway back it gave out. if i turn the key on should the plug have power.
The plug has nothing to do with the 3/4 clutch pack and you won't get a signal until the correct speed is reached that is programmed to lock the tcc.
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Old Apr 17, 2011 | 09:28 PM
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so ur tellin me that if i had a faulty tcc. plug. it wouldnt burn up the 3/4 pack. i think it could, wat else could it be.
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Ima go test the plug with a meter tomorrow. I was driving like 15 miles to work all week and it was fine. but went about 30 and then halfway back it gave out. if i turn the key on should the plug have power.
If the key is on you should have power. The brake switch should interrupt the power. I've heard of people running without the plug being connected, but will it harm the trans? I can't answer that.
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ok thanks.
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ok so i checked the fluid again today and its good but going down the street to see if its the same. i lost the top half of second gear only goes like 30 in second. and when i put it in D or OD from a stop it goes straight to second and skips 1st.
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