Transmission Rebuild Costs?, Don't want to try this myself Options

[Michael J]

I have a side shifter in my '72 that works OK except for the typical 2nd gear grind. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/mad.gif) I am tired of having to s-l-o-w-l-y shift into 2nd to avoid the grind. Of course it is worse when it's cold out. So I want to at least fix 2nd. What should I expect to pay for this repair or a more complete rebuild? At a swap meet in Seattle last fall there was a "rebuilt" sideshifter for about $300 if I remember right and there is a "rebuilt" transaxle in our classified section for around $700 + core cost.

While I consider myself mechanical enough I don't want to learn for the first time on my gearbox. Way too many little bitty pieces. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif) So I am looking for someone in the Seattle/Olympia area that could help me out. Either do the work or look over my shoulder so it get's done right the first time.

I would also consider purchasing a good used stock gearbox.

Thanks .

[Brad Roberts]

It will run over $3k to rebuild a 914 box using new parts. These $700 specials are nothing more than good used parts slapped into a case with a million miles on it. Be careful. I do suggest you buy NEW parts for your tranny and fix it up to your liking. Replace what is needed and go on.

There should be several people in your area that can help you out with the teardown and reassembly. 90% of a tranny "freshen" can be done at home with only a few special tools.

I personally can only count 8-10 people around the USA that can setup a 901/914diff in the case. Dont remove it and measure the gaskets you remove during the disassembly (the intermediate plate gaskets, not the cover gasket)

B