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DakotaFlames
Dodge Dakota
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4/09/2005
16:01:54
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 Subject: Trans Help
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I just bought a new trans from APS Precision, has anyone used them before here? If so I would like to install myself, can anyone give me some tips on what to do. Its 46RE I think. 99 4x4 5.2
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Kaderdak
GenIII
4/11/2005
01:24:00
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I haven't installed such a transmission, but I have removed and reinstalled the original tranny on a '97 5.2 4x4.
Tips huh? I did the whole thing just a few months ago, was really the first time I'd ever done tranny work before. I basically just walked myself through it and learned a TON in the process. If I could offer a few tips it would be these.
1.) Get at least one friend to help
2.) Be 110% sure you get the torque converter completely seated into the new transmission. There should be approx. 1/8" gap between the bolt holes in the torque converter and the flexplate. Be sure you get the bolts torque correctly (very difficult in a tight area.)
3.) If you've never done anything like this before, don't even think about starting without some kind of manual.
4.) Be ready to have a lot of scraped up knuckles when you get done :)
** '97 Dakota 5.2L 4x4 w/3.55(my best ebay purchase yet) **
** Homebrew CIA, Dynomax Catback, March Underdrive Pulleys, Transgo Kit **
** Borg Warner Brass Cap/Rotor to Taylor 8mm wires to NGK plugs **
** Homebrew dual electric fan setup with 180* thermostat **
** Sitting on BFG 31 x 10.50's **
** Tons more once I'm not a poor college student :) **
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