Date:         Sun, 12 Jul 1998 23:30:38 EDT
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From:         Todd Hill <Jwilli941@AOL.COM>
Subject:      Re: rebuilt tranny slipping out of 4th gear-revisited
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In a message dated 98-07-12 23:13:18 EDT, Dennis Haynes wrote:

<< ....  If the 3-4 slider hub was replaced, then the  gear should be
replaced also.  >>>

OK, I give, why replace the gear simply because the clutch hub assy.
was replaced?  Its not normal procedure to replace that gear if the
dog teeth do not show signs of excessive wear.  And would you also
recommend replacement of third gear as well because they share the
same slider hub assy.?

<<<   If the bearing is loose in the case, than the gear carrier needs
to be replaced. >>>

Sleeved gear carrier housings have been available for several years
now and do an excellent job without the high dealer price of a new
housing.  Also, the supply of good used carrier housings with tight
mainshaft bearing bores hasn't gotten so slim as to require a new
one for every rebuild.  At a fraction of the cost of a new part at the
dealer its a viable alternative.

<<< The rear housing also needs to be  checked as it holds the
main bearing in place when the Trans is assembled.  >>>

Very true.

<<<<  If that housing shows any signs of having the bearing pound
on it, it also  will need to be replaced. >>>

Have it surfaced 40 thou. and use a steel bearing retaining plate.
Another item that has been around awhile and does a better job
in holding the mainshaft bearing in under load than the old softer
Aluminum nosecone.

Dennis had some very valid points in his suggestions but there
are less expensive options than to replace these particular items
with \X/ dealer parts.

Todd Hill
VolksWerks Transaxles
Olympia, WA