used rebuilt trans price, does this sound good to you guys |
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used rebuilt trans price, does this sound good to you guys |
ws91420 |
Mar 10 2006, 09:06 PM
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Yes I have one a Lensley 914 Group: Members Posts: 2,063 Joined: 10-September 03 From: Ruther Glen,VA (halfway between sticks and civilization) Member No.: 1,137 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I am looking at a used transmission that has a fairly fresh rebuild (less than 300 miles) according to the shop. The shop said that synchros have been refreshed(need to get a definition on that one) and first gear replaced (need to check if they mean dogteeth). The deal is $750 and my disassembled trans that I havedone some work to but don't have the time to get it reassembled.
So opinions are welcomed is this a good deal or not? Also this shop does have experience w/ Porsches and other euro cars This post has been edited by ws91420: Mar 10 2006, 09:07 PM |
Dr Evil |
Mar 11 2006, 01:20 AM
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Send me your transmission! Group: Members Posts: 23,031 Joined: 21-November 03 From: Loveland, OH 45140 Member No.: 1,372 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
Hey man,
Red-beard (James Tomlinson) and I used to do "refreshing" of trannies for $750 with exchange. This included: Using used, but still servicable parts like sliders, flipped synchro bands, dog teeth, bearings, etc. If a customer wanted new parts then they would by them and we would replace them. James did this for longer then I and taught me everything that I know. I have done over 20 now and find the description of the one you are looking at to be kinda wishy-washy. I would expect for that price they would leave any parts that were passable alone, and would have flipped the synchro bands. If you want a tranny like that then fine, but there is a good chance that it will be needing some attention in a few thousand miles. I do not now for sure, but I would be leary. If you want your tranny rebuilt and to be able to dictate what gets done and what is ok PM me and I can hook you up. I still rebuild trannies on the side and have many sources for less expensive new parts. |
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