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06-22-2020, 11:51 AM
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Re: Trans Problems!
I always thought that was funny, engine builders say don't leave it in gear at the end of a run and trans builders say don't shift to neutral
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06-22-2020, 12:09 PM
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Re: Trans Problems!
From what I have been told if you shift to neutral after the run the trans wont oil good enough coasting so fast. I dont know for sure but understand that it is hard on the motor slowing down in gear too...
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06-22-2020, 01:51 PM
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06-22-2020, 03:05 PM
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Re: Trans Problems!
Some of the aftermarket high gear drums have sprags that do not have end bearings . These are no good , the end bearings keep the inner and outer races concentric . Without the end bearings the sprag dog bones will not engage evenly and will roll over in short order .
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06-22-2020, 03:21 PM
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Re: Trans Problems!
one reason I stick with a powerglide. They are virtually indestructible. Not as fast as a good 3 speed. But very consistent and reliable. I know I could pick up a couple of tenths with a good 3 speed like a Coan XLT or a Pro trans.
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06-22-2020, 07:53 PM
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Re: Trans Problems!
Another thing. Be sure the trans builder did not remove the accumulator spring. Some do. It will make the shift into second very harsh, which is hard on the intermediate sprag.
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06-23-2020, 07:35 AM
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Re: Trans Problems!
Do the water box stuff in second, it keeps wheel speed down and doesn't abrad away the center of the tread. Transmissions and tires will last longer.
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06-23-2020, 09:31 AM
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Re: Trans Problems!
Do NOT end your burnout in second gear, if it hooks at the end of the burnout in second gear, it's almost guaranteed to roll the sprague. Always finish your burnout in high gear.
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06-27-2020, 04:05 PM
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Re: Trans Problems!
And, my Pro Trans (T350) has the “Clean Neutral” option. Shift to Neutral at the finish line, with no issues.
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