[Bullitt 289]

Well, #289 is now sitting without a transmisson at Tropical Ford. Had rough shifting between 1st and 2nd along with a crunching sound when stopped and shifting into 1st. Don't race or abuse the car and it only has 2600 miles on it. :???:

Being replaced are: bent fork shifter, 2nd and 3rd gears, 2nd and 3rd gear syncros, various seals and whatever.

Here it is Monday and the car has been in the shop since last Wednesday! Can't blame the dealership, took time to get the parts in.

 

[Joe Bullitt]

man that sucks !! well on the bright side at least they're (hopefully) not giving you a hard time about fixing it :smile: good luck and keep us posted :grin:

 

[nathankey]

I have had #508 back for about four weeks now.. Put her in the shop for the death rattle, then they replaced the entire engine. After I got it back, I realized they scratched the whole fender on the driver's side. Now, I am having the same type of transmission trouble that you all are having. After I run it for a while, It will make a very high pitched squeeking noise, but when I push the clutch in, it stops. First to Second shifting, when cold, has always been terrible.. I will be damned if I let Ford replaced my transmission too. If I was you guys I wouldn't let Ford replaced your tranny. I have already contacted the Better Business Bearu, and am thinking of contacting a lawyer. I have never had this much trouble out of a vehicle in my entire life. I am the laughing stock of all my friends bc I paid so much for this bad ass car, that doesn't even run right.. Good luck!!! Need anything just let me know.

 

[DrivingSimulators]

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On 2002-02-26 00:19, nathankey wrote:
I have had #508 back for about four weeks now.. Put her in the shop for the death rattle, then they replaced the entire engine. After I got it back, I realized they scratched the whole fender on the driver's side. Now, I am having the same type of transmission trouble that you all are having. After I run it for a while, It will make a very high pitched squeeking noise, but when I push the clutch in, it stops. First to Second shifting, when cold, has always been terrible.. I will be damned if I let Ford replaced my transmission too. If I was you guys I wouldn't let Ford replaced your tranny. I have already contacted the Better Business Bearu, and am thinking of contacting a lawyer. I have never had this much trouble out of a vehicle in my entire life. I am the laughing stock of all my friends bc I paid so much for this bad ass car, that doesn't even run right.. Good luck!!! Need anything just let me know.
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Sounds like the throwout bearing or pilot bearing. Pretty easy fix. It sucks that they scratched your car, but getting it fixed isn't too bad either. If you don't trust the dealer, take it to a bodyshop you do trust and bill the dealer (notify the dealer in advance).

Did your engine replacement fix the "death rattle"?

 

[nathankey]

As of right now, the rattle went away. I have put about 500 miles on it since having the engine replaced. Don't know if it will come back, hope not!!!! Usually, I let it warm up for about five to ten minutes before I drive it in the morning, but a couple of times I have taken it when it was cold. It sounded okay, but I am just worried about the tranny. I asked the dealer how I should drive it with the new engine, and he said just to drive normal. What's your recommendation???? After warmed up, I normally shift at about 4500 RPM's....

 

[nathankey]

One more thing, at what mileage did you get your transmission flushed, and what type of oil do you run in your car.. Normally I run 5W-30 from Valvoline..

 

[Havgunwiltrav]

I figure i will just drive mine until the damn transmission falls out at least that way i can see how many miles it took. i will say one thing Ford knows there are probelms with the tremec 3650 becasue if u notice the new cobra for 2003 sure isnt going to have one in it. I believe they are putting the T-56 in that one. But dont quote me. As for my engine i cant complain ( knock on wood ) almost 9000 miles and solid as a rock no noise no slap jsut plain haul; butt power!

Thanx Havgun #1676 I know that numbers right cause i finally got my new shock tower decal !

 

[DrivingSimulators]

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One more thing, at what mileage did you get your transmission flushed, and what type of oil do you run in your car.. Normally I run 5W-30 from Valvoline..
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I had the trans fluid changed to Redline D4 ATF at about 400 miles after the new transmission was installed. People here have reported best results with GM Synchromesh, and Tremec (maker of the 3650) stated in a private email to me that it will work fine (they have tested with it). They also stated that a Texaco Dexron III ATF (non synthetic) also works well. Addtionally, they stated that manufacturers pick their favorite fluid based on efficiency and mileage, whereas Tremec tests for durability and long term shiftability. I had asked about Redline, Synchromesh, Neo, Mobil 1, etc., and they only commented on GM Synchromesh and Texaco Dexron III...

Redline D4 ATF meets the Ford specs, but I'll check with the dealer to make sure it's OK for warranty purposes. I know Redline makes more power at the rear wheels (than so called "standard" fluids), but I have no info regarding GM Synchromesh. People who reported no improvement with Redline (100% synthetic) reported an improvement with GM Synchromesh (apparently a partial synthetic). Since Tremec also recommended a non-synthetic, I'd guess that the Texaco Dexron III ATF might shift even better. The semi- and non- synthetics probably are not as efficient and may result in reduced fuel mileage and HP to the rear wheels (guessing less than 5 HP). So far my transmission is shifting as well as GM Synchromesh users, so if it's OK warranty-wise, I may just leave the Redline in there (I had considered switching to Synchromesh).