A4LD going south

[Ranger4WD]

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I have an 86 Ranger 4wd with A4LD going south. It leaks bad and slips in reverse and drive or OD when it shifts into third. Using shift position 2 I can drive it around town. I just acquired this truck and want to rebuild this tranny. I believe the leak is from the front seal since the case is mostly dry.

My experience: installing a shift kit in a GM automatic a long time ago.

I want some advice on getting started and what tools I will need. I will dedicate alot of time in the process to get a strong trans. Please help.

Thanks
Aaron

 

[Glacier991]

I'd start by reading the A4LD Rebuild Diary in the stickies section at the top. You are near enough to borrow whatever tools you might need from me.

 

[Ranger4WD]

Awesome Glacier,

So glad for the reply and your location. I will read up on the diary. I have to get the truck here from LAX (bought down there) and I think I will probably have to trailer it. I have some pictures of the underside that I took at a transmission shop in El Segundo. It looks fairly dry, but after shutdown and letting it sit for a short while it leave a good little pool of fluid. Maybe I will have them drop the pan and see if there is any metal.
I appreciate the forum and all you have to offer. Thanks

Will be talking to you with more questions. I like a challenge.
AA

 

[Glacier991]

You may want to do a frankentranny. Read that thread too.