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  1. J

    Possible 4.6L Engine rebuild?

    I just recently replaced my 4.6l engine with another about 2 months ago. The problem with the old one is just the Tensioner arms/timing chain which caused a knocking sound. The engine had 123k so i decided to replace with another (new engine has 80k for $800) instead of keep fixing problems as...
  2. A

    86 A4LD swap to 93 A4LD or Fix the 86??

    I have a 1986 Bronco II with an A4LD Transmission. It has a smooth 1-2 shift and the shift from 2-3 is a very high rpm (4500 roughly). After the 2-3 shift, it will not shift to 4th at all. I did not have my 2-3 shift and then I replaced the shift modulator and got that back. I have two routes I...
  3. L

    just got a 95 explorer

    well i was just given this 95 explorer and i am going to only use it as an ofroading and fishing/ camping car. The things i know about the car are that it has had 2 owners. The first a young girl in Colorado and my brother. The other thing i know is that it has never been beaten on but never...
  4. F

    2 rebuild a4lds no reverse HELP!

    hey i recently rebuilt 2 a4ld in two different 94 explorers, and they both work fine but lack reverse... i didnt clean the valve body on either... could that be the problem? Both the trans's were repaired due to burning up clutches because fluid leaked out... what do you guys think? there is...
  5. J

    5R55W transmission rebuild issue. I can't shift out of park.

    I just finished rebuilding my 5r55w tranny out of my 2002 explorer. Everything went together so beautifully that i couldnt believe it. After I got everything assembled, I cannot move the manual shift lever into reverse or park. Anyone have any ideas before I tear back into It? Thanks
  6. D

    2002 Sport Trac Transmission Problems

    Hi , I just bought a 2002 Sport Trac I now find I have transmission problems, however I am probably in a worse jam than most of you , my Explorer is in the Philippines so finding a recon or S/H transmission isnt really a feasable option. I either have to fly in a new or recon box from the USA or...
  7. C

    Transmission rebuild what tranny do I have?

    I have a 96 4wd Explorer XLT. I dropped pan to repair P0756 Solenoid error and found pieces of the intermediate band in pan. Ido need to completely rebuild tranny? What transmission model do I have? My local NAPA gave me a list of 4 possibles. I need to know which one to order rebuild kit...
  8. D

    Trial By Fire: 5R55E, Shade Tree Style

    The vehicle: 1997 Explorer XLT 4WD 4.0 SOHC w/ towing package, 174,000 miles. What happened: O/D OFF light was flashing intermittently, and before I could get it in to have the codes read, the transmission overheated due to a problem with the Torque Converter Clutch System. As I later...
  9. J

    gear selector wont engage after transmission rebuild

    What's up Everybody. I have a 1999 Ford Explorer 4x4. I just rebuild my trans and when I got it back in the gear selector on trans only has 3 clicks when I know there should be 6. why is it doing this?
  10. T

    5r55e valve body forward control plug, please help!!

    I installed the TransGo kit, and while I have the valve body out of the x I decided to give it a thorough "rebuild". Except from the parts included in the kit, everything is going back where it belongs. I am finding several of the "plungers" (for lack of the proper term) behind the solenoids to...
  11. Y

    Yet Another 1994 A4LD Rebuild

    Morning folks! Well, after sitting for about 8 months I'm finally getting around to rebuilding the transmission in my '94 XLT now that the weather is finally warmer. I was experiencing the common "no forward drive" situation where the car would only go into reverse. Checking the vacuum modulator...
  12. T

    4R44E Need some advice on a VB rebuild!

    Hey guys, I am re-posting in the CORRECT ;) area of the forum with some updated news on my 4R44E. I've got a '95 Ranger with the 2.3l and 165k on it. Ok so, while driving home form my ladies house a couple of weeks ago, I lost overdrive while going 55 MPH. Pulled over and checked the fluid, good...
  13. F

    a4ld upgrades?

    I have finally gotten the cash to rebuild my a4ld myself. I am going to be replacing the clutches bands rebuilding the valve body etc and anything else thats worn out or needs replaced. my question is what kind of upgrades can i do to my transmission I have a 94 a4ld 4x4. I have been searching...
  14. D

    Need Help w/98 Ranger Rear Diff Rebuild

    Hi Folks, I'm new to the forum, but have been hanging out here since I got my truck last September. So far, I've always been able to get he answers I needed just by looking at existing threads; but now I'm stumped. I have a '98 Ranger XLT 4x4 Super Cab with a 3.0/AT w/150K miles. It runs...
  15. F

    A4ld rebuild questions

    Hi all, Im thinking about rebuilding my a4ld trannie in my 94 ex and i was wondering a few things,. what kind of rebuild kit do i need? What special tools do i need? Does anyone have a manual of the a4ld? I cant find it anywhere on the internets,. If anyone has the manual Could they send it to...
  16. F

    [photo diary] My 1994 explorer

    Well two months ago I purchased a 1994 ford explorer for 500$ cuz the guy thought the tranny was blown when it was just sticking in 1st gear Right when i got it This was after i painted the front grill bezels and re coated the signals too. Anyone have any suggestions on fixing...
  17. F

    Stock 4.0 ohv rebuild Parts list anyone?

    Hi, I've scoured the forum for a parts list for a stock rebuild for my 4.0 ohv. The engine runs decent with some hesitation and rough idle. I know some would say to just replace the intake gaskets, hoses,etc and be done with it. However, I acquired the car third hand, I don't know how good...
  18. Y

    1994 A4LD Fast/Slow Spiral of Death

    Morning all! Sorry, but I accidentally posted this in the new members forum, don't know how to delete that thread... It is Memorial Day Weekend and I am about to undertake my first A4LD service with the inspiration of so many of you. First off, thank you ALL for so many postings that detail...
  19. M

    4R55E tranny rebuild problem

    I am rebuilding a 4R55E transmission from my 1998 Explorer 4WD 4.0L. I bought a rebuild kit for it that only requires 4 steel & 4 friction clutches (for a 3.0L engine). My original assembly had 5 of each. Will it be a problem if I continue with this kit?
  20. M

    4R55E tranny rebuild problem

    I am rebuilding a 4R55E transmission from my 1998 Explorer 4WD 4.0L. I bought a rebuild kit for it that only requires 4 steel & 4 friction clutches (for a 3.0L engine). My original assembly had 5 of each. Will it be a problem if I continue with this kit?
  21. M

    4R55E tranny rebuild problem

    I am rebuilding a 4R55E transmission from my 1998 Explorer 4WD 4.0L. I bought a rebuild kit for it that only requires 4 steel & 4 friction clutches (for a 3.0L engine). My original assembly had 5 of each. Will it be a problem if I continue with this kit?
  22. Z

    I bought a 97 X Sport, and I have possible transmission/transfer case issues.

    I would like to say hello to every one on this forum. I was so happy to find out that there was a place for X's alike. I was recently a proud owner of an 86 ranger that my GF wanted gone so we could get something newer. So..... I found a 97 X Sport trac that a Buddie of mine had. It has zero...
  23. M

    need 4R55E rebuild: instructions, torque specs, component locations, and diagrams

    Where can I find rebuild instructions, torque specifications, details of component locations, and diagrams for 1998 Explorer 4X4 automatic transmission 4R55E?
  24. BrooklynBay

    Aerostar 3.0L engine removal & rebuilding.

    This website has a lot of pictures on removing the 3.0L engine from an Aerostar, and rebuilding it: http://www.webng.com/jthill/
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