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How hard is it to replace a transmission? A4

Old Sep 10, 2007 | 08:56 PM
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Well, the trans in my 94 is slipping worse each day, so found a rebuilt trans that can handle 550 rwhp, can i swap transmissions without any special tools or any tips for a trans swap?
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Old Sep 10, 2007 | 09:21 PM
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Well, the trans in my 94 is slipping worse each day, so found a rebuilt trans that can handle 550 rwhp, can i swap transmissions without any special tools or any tips for a trans swap?
best tip is bring it to my house. alot less work for you
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Its not hard just time consuming, you'll need some long extensions for the bellhousing bolts.
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Old Sep 10, 2007 | 09:34 PM
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yeah I did a trans swap this past spring. It was very time consuming, but really isnt too difficult. Long extensions and an impact wrench are your friend.
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Originally Posted by Z28_DAD
best tip is bring it to my house. alot less work for you

I would but if i'm buying a door, spoiler, and a trans, i'm out of money, and i dont think you do freebies lol So, i'm forced to tackle this one, i've done them before in the GTO and my 89 RS, but they were a hassle
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All you really need is someone to help you. I removed mine without an impact or any other special tools. Took about 3 hours, but wasn't really that bad.
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Old Sep 11, 2007 | 12:37 PM
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Its not to hard at all. I've gotten so good that I can get mine in and out in 30 minutes
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