Recent content by capt.marvel49

All the more reason to rebuild my original transmission, right?

If my reading of the Fermanator’s posts are correct, modifying a post ‘93 tranny to make it work would require, among other things, installation of a 40 tooth reluctor wheel as well as modifications to address the lack of an output speed sensor, a different wire harness, a change of valve...

Thanks for the advice. So far we are on transmission number four after the local shop, in desperation, had the local Chevy dealer check their third installation only to be told that the transmission was defective. It appears that the transmission shop in California (TRC) keeps sending the local...

Pic's of my '93 pickup.

Both in Flagstaff, AZ. Trying to avoid the legal route, for the time being. Will call a Chevy dealer and check on availability of a tranny, but not sure they appreciate the subtle differences. between the years.

Thanks again for the input. I ordered my '93 truck new from the factory and instructed the dealer to leave the factory plastic on the carpet, where it remains. It has always been garaged, has it's original paint in excellent condition (except for the driver's door, which was replaced when a doe...

Thanks a lot for the responses. I had reviewed a number of THEFERMANATOR's threads before joining and they were most insightful. I have an inquiry into the shop regarding the replacement tranny's (three so far) year of manufacture and will report back as soon as I receive that info. After...

Need help with local shop's disastrous attempts to replace 4L80E tranny.. After three months and three failed replacement tranny's (all of which either shifted hard or failed to stay in fourth gear, or some combination thereof) they don't seem to know what to do. Help!