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trans shudder choices

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 12tinker, Aug 17, 2022.

  1. Aug 17, 2022 at 11:09 AM
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    12tinker

    12tinker [OP] Well-Known Member

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    engine swap (stuck valve @260K)
    A shout out to any trans specialists!

    I now have 310K on my A750F trans and a shudder is back every once in a while after some "Shudder fix" 50K ago.

    I did partial fluid changes at 100K intervals BTW.

    should I .....

    A. add another tube of Shudder Fix?
    B. rebuild valve body with a Zip Kit from Sonnax https://www.sonnax.com/parts/3477-zip-kit
    C. replace torque converter
    D. replace trans from low mileage scrap yard unit
    bring it to a transmission shop, scary...
     
  2. Nov 23, 2024 at 2:18 PM
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    engine swap (stuck valve @260K)
    Had to get a Toyota genuine reman from dealership
    Be aware, always confirm good clean pin fit on all electrical connections to trans
    Replacement pins are available
    Scan tool will confirm
     
  3. Nov 23, 2024 at 8:43 PM
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    How much did that run you?
     
  4. Nov 24, 2024 at 6:06 AM
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    $3140 + 6 hours labor
    Some exhaust work too
     
  5. Nov 24, 2024 at 6:08 AM
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    The biggest headache was techs were scratching heads not seeing why codes popped up. Loose or corroded connector pins.
    My local mechanic fixed. Dealer wanted 4600 to replace harness
    The pins are a Toyota part, odd
     
  6. Nov 24, 2024 at 8:22 AM
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    sounds like the best option , never again will I get screwed by "Transmission Shops", fail rate has been 100% over my lifetime (at 70 YO)
    Only way is a done unit on a crate with a WARRANTY or out of a wreck
    Seems this ham handed mashing of connector pins is very common, and the "mechanics" have trouble diagnosing and fixing their goofs, ( happened to me recently on an F150 dash removal)
    it is scary enough having avg joes with no talent or skills working as mechanics to install it, imagine having them rebuild it LOL
     

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