[Shotimes] Easiest/Best way to yank a transmission-Part 2

[clubairth@bellsouth.net]

Part 2

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> You will never have more access to some things that are almost impossible 
> to get at with the tranny in. Consider changing subframe mounts,P/S hoses 
> or pump if leaking. P/S rack or mounts. Engine /Tranny mounts,Front sway 
> bar bushings. Any or all suspension parts,springs,struts. I know you 
> already spent a bunch on the tranny rebuild but it's the time to do it!
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> Be sure and flush the cooling lines and coolers. They collect crap! I use 
> lacquer thinner and compressed air. Works well and is cheap. I use a flush 
> gun like what you use flushing A/C condensers and evaporators. It's part 
> of AutoZone's free tool loaner program. Only $40 new but free is free!
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> If you have not had the Y-pipe off get ready to break the studs and 
> replace them. Some people replace with them with Stainless steel. With the 
> tranny out you can now remove the exhaust manifold if needed so don't 
> worry too much if they break.
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> The rear O2 sensor is tough to change while in the car. If needed, change 
> it now. The front one is no problem to change later.
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> I REALLY recommend using a full synthetic tranny oil. I use Redline in one 
> car and Mobil 1 in the other. Use Mobil 1, you can get it almost anywhere 
> compared to Redline.
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> I have several sets of instructions from people who have rebuilt them at 
> home. I can scan and send them to you if needed. Be aware that Ford has 
> released a large number of upgrades and changes in the transmission. 
> That's why I push to use the 1995 version.
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> Even with an experienced transmission man, BRING your Helms! Just too many 
> details that can be over looked without consulting the manual. Even if he 
> knows the Taurus trannys well the SHO has significant differences.
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> Report back to the list with how it goes and problems you find out!
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>> Hi all-
>>
>> I have a 94 SHO ATX that is about due for a trans rebuild.  I have 
>> decided
>> (foolishly?) to do the job myself with the help of a friend who has
>> experience with trans rebuilds.  The problem is, my friend is 400 miles 
>> away
>> and I need to get the thing out of the car myself and take it up there 
>> for
>> the rebuild.  So, what I need to know is the easiest/best/safest way to 
>> pull
>> the trans out of the car -- and I would be extra interested in the 
>> methods
>> that do not involve totally pulling the engine out too.  I have a garage 
>> and
>> air tools/hand tools, however, no auto-lift other than floor jacks, and
>> currently no cherry-picker but I can get one if needed.  I also have a 
>> helms
>> manual but their procedure seems a tad overkill to me for some reason. 
>> So I
>> guess I am looking for some input from those of you out there who have 
>> "been
>> there - done that".
>>
>> Thanks in advance,
>> Dave Hammond
>> 94 ATX