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Posted By Discussion Topic: Trans Problem (now) - 48 coupe -- page: 1 2 3 4 5     swmddo 12-23-2011 @ 3:25 PM reply profile send p.m. New Member Posts: 111 Joined: Oct 2009 Ok, I got the electrical problem fixed (coil, etc.). All of a sudden the transmission is making a bunch of noise that it had not done before. (This is after I had a mechanic do some of the electrical work...hmmmm). He indicated that the tranny was making noise when he was test driving it. He checked the lube in the trans box, and said there were some "metal pieces". He replaced the lube. The noise is very noticeable. At times, when I get the car into 3rd gear, it will smooth out nicely. If I accelerate or decelerate or have to shift to 2nd, the noise comes back. I assume that the transmission needs to be removed to check for major problems. I would opt to remove the engine rather than the back end/torque tube. Would you agree? Is there something else I should check before pulling the engine? Thanks (again) Steve supereal 12-23-2011 @ 4:32 PM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 6819 Joined: Oct 2009 I prefer to roll the rear axle and torque tube back, unless there is a compelling reason to work on the engine. It is not unusual to find metal particles in the oil, particularly if the oil was allowed to get very low. If you decide to have someone rebuild the box, there are good guys, such as Charlie Schwendler in NY state who really know how to do it. Old Ford transmission always leak, and must be checked often to avoid damage. Stroker 12-23-2011 @ 4:40 PM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 1460 Joined: Oct 2009 Boy, given the hassle of draining coolant, removing the radiator and hood, disconnecting the exhaust, fuel, coolant and electrical connections, I'd sure vote for pulling the rear end. You will only have onefluid connection (brake line hose at the front of the torque tube), and a few bolts. Leave the rear spring attached to the axles, pull the wheels and roll her back on a floor jack once you have removed the u-bolts, e-brake cable and u-joint cover and speedo cable. The transmission is light, and once you disconnect the clutch linkage and shifter rods, you can simply lift it up through the floor once you remove the tin cover pan. To me this is a whole lot simpler than pulling the motor. swmddo 12-23-2011 @ 5:03 PM reply profile send p.m. New Member Posts: 111 Joined: Oct 2009 Thanks! I should also be able to check out the clutch, too, with this approach! Appreciate the insite...I had always removed the rear spring, which I hated to do. This should be easier, as I had dis-remembered the hassle with the radiator, hood, coolant, etc. Steve 40 Coupe 12-24-2011 @ 7:47 AM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 1676 Joined: Oct 2009 Drain the transmission and remove the transmission side plate. you will be able to see the gears and determine the most likely cause. If you continue to drive the car loose or damaged parts in the transmission can do further damage costing possibly much more money to repair. Unless you really know the transmissions, I suggest you get a copy of Mac VanPelts book and read it over several times so you know what your looking at and weather you want to rebuild the transmission yourself. It is not hard but you do need some special tools, the book points out what you need. VANPELT SALES LLC Cincinnati, Ohio 800-299-7496 (in USA) www.flatheadv8.com www.classictransmission.com www.replicamotors.com This message was edited by 40 Coupe on 12-24-11 @ 8:14 AM swmddo 12-24-2011 @ 8:43 AM reply profile send p.m. New Member Posts: 111 Joined: Oct 2009 Thanks! Steve trjford8 12-24-2011 @ 5:52 PM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 4215 Joined: Oct 2009 Steve, I have a standard warning when pulling out the transmission from inside the car. COVER ALL THE SEATS,ETC. You don't want to wind up with grease on your upholstery. No matter how hard you try, that darn grease will somehow attach to the upholstery. Old beach towels work the best and you can wash them later. ford38v8 12-24-2011 @ 9:38 PM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 2759 Joined: Oct 2009 And it is for that very reason that I'd not remove the side cover while the transmission is still in the car. Drain it, replace the plug, and and get it out on the bench before you get curious. Alan swmddo 12-25-2011 @ 5:35 AM reply profile send p.m. New Member Posts: 111 Joined: Oct 2009 All great recommendations! Thanks! I'll let you know what I find! Steve TomO 12-26-2011 @ 6:41 AM reply profile send p.m. Senior Posts: 7253 Joined: Oct 2009 Grease on the upholstery and the fact that it gives me a better working angle to lift out the trans is why I remove the front seat before removing the floor board and transmission. Tom

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