dentexpowerstroke
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We should use this thread as a knowledge base. A lot of good info out there its just scattered. Me and cledusp will post up info when we do ours too.
DIY transmission rebuild kit...
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brian89
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I have a few pics i can post when i get close to a computer, very simple for people who are decent mechanics, 3 necessities are a good jack, good friend, good bit of beer and your all set
dentexpowerstroke
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Did you have to buy anything extra for the internals on top of the rebuild kit? I'll be putting billet shafts in while im in there.
brian89
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If i wouldn't have had a second one to rob parts out of i would have had to, like my direct drum splines were completely stripped and a few other parts were bad, i couldn't afford billet shafts right now
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How much did it cost you to rebuild yourself?
brian89
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Just under $900 with 5 gallons of oil
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That's not bad at all. Update us when you drive it. I want to know how it works.
Looks like from Racer X the Clutch kit $500, Converter $800, Valve body $225.
After looking at Racer X site they don't have the hard part kits on there anymore. I guess he had too many problems with people buying them without a clue on what to do.
After looking at Racer X site they don't have the hard part kits on there anymore. I guess he had too many problems with people buying them without a clue on what to do.
dentexpowerstroke
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Yeah I'm building mine before it breaks so hopefully its just clutchs and upgraded parts
That is the way I am looking at going also, since with the miles I know its got to be getting close. I think I am going to do it in November.
There is this place called PATC and u can get the level 4 enforcer for 1400 with a triple disk billet tq. 300m billet input shaft and red alto clutches . Looks like a kit able to handle 500 ish.
My plan is to do this if my trams lets go b4 I can buy a bts
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My plan is to do this if my trams lets go b4 I can buy a bts
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brian89
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Just check over all the hard parts good before assembly, i almost got burned for not loking everything over thoroughly
dentexpowerstroke
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I just looked at the patc website. The level 4 is $3800 that's why me and cledusp will build a tranny similar to that but it will be around $1000. Anyone else have any input as to what should be replaced or upgraded ehile in the tranny. Will be replacing the pump too.
That's not the one I was looking at the DIY one for 1481
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#K100. Build your own Level 4 Enforcer transmission. Fits all 4R100 transmissions, 1998 on. You get all Red Eagle clutches and Kolene steels plus all 4 Alto Power Packs. Red Eagle Power Packs and Kolene steels for 1st, 2nd and 3rd, Kryptonite Power Pack and Kolene steels for overdrive. You also get a Transgo Shift Kit, power valve, overdrive spiral snap ring, 45 element sprag, triple clutch torque converter (#3D6 or #3G6) and our 300M input shaft. The 2001 4R100 with the diode one-way clutch will have to be retro fitted with the 50-tooth outer race type sprag, see below (not included). This price includes the overhaul kit, carbon fiber band and filter. Add molded pistons, bearings, thrust washers, solenoid pack, pump and pressure valve if needed. You save $161.00 or 10%. All of this for $1448.00.
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Awesome info in here guys, thanks for the replies. What I have is a 96 2wd that has no gears at all. Tranny is totally shot. This is the truck I need to get going again. I have another E4OD that is shot, but it is 4wd, so if someone has the parts to convert it over to 2wd, I would prefer to rebuild it and leave the other intact in the truck, then swap them out after the rebuild is complete, and find out if I'm a transmission specialist or not. 
As far as parts and prices that I have already got. Talked to a local shop and was quoted 1700-2500 depending on damage, that comes with a 1 year, unlimited miles, warranty. Also includes R&R. I would say this rebuild is just a tad over stock.
Next was a guy recomended by a tuner, right at 3k for a "built" trans. Would include a good converter, and BTS vb. I do R&R myself. Still trying to get more info on this build as well. Problem is that we all have probably had not so good experiences with so-called "built" transmissions.
And the kicker is I'm right in the middle of buying a house as well, so that has a big chunk of my finances in holding right now, to help with any unforeseen issues.
As human nature is, I want the best for the cheapest. I would like to have BTS quality parts, but keep the cost around 3k. And as I have stated before, I have been able to tackle any other mods to my truck, by taking my time with good instructions. And I'm not trying to cheap out either. I I had the disposable funds I would just buy a BTS and be done with it, but that's just not feasable at the moment with the time frame I have, as with my current rig I consider it a miracle if it starts, and another miracle if I get to where I'm going alive. Haha.
As far as parts and prices that I have already got. Talked to a local shop and was quoted 1700-2500 depending on damage, that comes with a 1 year, unlimited miles, warranty. Also includes R&R. I would say this rebuild is just a tad over stock.
Next was a guy recomended by a tuner, right at 3k for a "built" trans. Would include a good converter, and BTS vb. I do R&R myself. Still trying to get more info on this build as well. Problem is that we all have probably had not so good experiences with so-called "built" transmissions.
And the kicker is I'm right in the middle of buying a house as well, so that has a big chunk of my finances in holding right now, to help with any unforeseen issues.
As human nature is, I want the best for the cheapest. I would like to have BTS quality parts, but keep the cost around 3k. And as I have stated before, I have been able to tackle any other mods to my truck, by taking my time with good instructions. And I'm not trying to cheap out either. I I had the disposable funds I would just buy a BTS and be done with it, but that's just not feasable at the moment with the time frame I have, as with my current rig I consider it a miracle if it starts, and another miracle if I get to where I'm going alive. Haha.
caladash
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Calo.....I was doing the same with a spare 2wd 4R100. All I needed was the 4x4 adapter. "what it takes transmission" sent me an adapter for less than 75 shipped. Arrived in 2 days. Check them out.
Plans have changed since I found out a few of the sponsors here sell Warren diesel trannies for a great price. I think a stage 1 was 2600.
Plans have changed since I found out a few of the sponsors here sell Warren diesel trannies for a great price. I think a stage 1 was 2600.
Caladash-thanks I'll take a look. Since the whole tranny has to be tore down to convert from one to the other, and I would be right there anyway I could rebuild the other and go 2 or 4wd depending on what I needed.
And that's not a bad price, with shipping? But again you are looking at a stage 1, and as much as I change plans with my trucks I'd hate to burn it up. I'm kinda figuring if I can get the best quality parts available I could put it together and it should be good for a while. BTS part but assembled by me type deal.
And that's not a bad price, with shipping? But again you are looking at a stage 1, and as much as I change plans with my trucks I'd hate to burn it up. I'm kinda figuring if I can get the best quality parts available I could put it together and it should be good for a while. BTS part but assembled by me type deal.
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