Thinking of a new trans, called some ppl (Long)

[Trav]

Originally Posted By: 901Memphis
Still undecided lol, now im my mind i am debating between a triple edge reman and a power source reman.

IMHO there isn't even a question. I know how the triple edge units hold up to an engine that wants to tear it apart every time it gets into boost.
Not happening, it stays together and runs perfectly.

They will do a custom for you if you tell them what you want but even the stock unit from them is very durable with a lot of refinements.
I will be using another one of theirs this year in another GTP i came across.

 

[901Memphis]

My engine is stock so I don't know if I need the triple edge standard unit or the back basix unit but I'm discussing it with Dave from triple edge via email and I really like thus optional more and more.

I don't plan on adding any power adders but I do like to go WOT frequently. So maybe his units are better than power source? I just think it's funny one side of my brain says that the cost is about the same but powersource has a 3 year 100k mile warranty while triple edge is only 1.5 years and 24k miles map I shouldbbuy the better warranty but I get the feeling the warranty is not going to be needed anyways.

 

[meep]

I would choose Trav's reference above the attraction of the warranty. Maybe you could offer $350 and ask for a warranty extension?

I definitely agree with The_Eric. Avoid another car and the payment; fix this one. And like I said above, start putting away something every month. do it. even if it's just $50. do $200 on the months you can. just make sure every month you save 'something'. $10 if that's it... it will grow, and it will begin to develop different habits that help in the long run.

M

 

[The_Eric]

Food for thought: Often times on transmissions where two warranties are offered, they're the same unit- you just pay an additional fee for the extended warranty. Nothing additional is done to the one with the longer warranty and nothing less is done to the one with the shorter warranty.

In the case of the Tripple Edge unit, it's probably every bit as good as the one with the longer warranty. This could be done for cost savings...

 

[The_Eric]

Originally Posted By: meep
I would choose Trav's reference above the attraction of the warranty.


I agree.



Originally Posted By: meep

And like I said above, start putting away something every month. do it. even if it's just $50. do $200 on the months you can. just make sure every month you save 'something'. $10 if that's it... it will grow, and it will begin to develop different habits that help in the long run.

M


I agree wholeheartedly! Well stated.

 

[901Memphis]

Okay maybe I'm convinced now to get the triple edge unit.

 

[sciphi]

Back when I was into the 3800 world Triple Edge Performance was very well-regarded for their 4T65 rebuilds. I'd not hesitate on a rebuild from them.

 

[901Memphis]

Now it may be harder to find the right mechanic to install the transmission...

I am going to call these guys based on all 5 star reviews on Google reviews about 10 of them I think.

http://hammondservicecenter.com/

 

[threeputtpar]

It sounds like you're set on replacing the trans now, but after the latest D&F and filter replacement did you try any additives that you saved room for?

I'd say at this point, a bottle of Lucas Transfix might not be a bad investment. You really only have the $8 to lose at this point.

 

[901Memphis]

Originally Posted By: threeputtpar
It sounds like you're set on replacing the trans now, but after the latest D&F and filter replacement did you try any additives that you saved room for?

I'd say at this point, a bottle of Lucas Transfix might not be a bad investment. You really only have the $8 to lose at this point.



Nah i dont think I'm going to try any more additives. I'm planning on ordering the triple edge standard rebuild as soon as I get my tax return, I don't think I'll have any need to prolong anything that since it should only be another month or so.

It's already been doing what it's been doing for two years.

 

[901Memphis]

I filed my taxes and should be getting enough on the return to cover the total cost of the triple edge unit with all fluid and labor $2600-2800 depending on who installs it. $1675 transmission, $175 shipping, $250 core fee plus about $600 for installation give or take. Website says refund should be
here by February 20th so I have too much time to think about this.


I am still searching for a mechanic to install this but have been toying with the idea of using about $3000 cash plus the buick trade in as a down payment on something used like a 2009 ish Cobalt or something similar. I have seen some good ones around the 10-11k mark on cars.com and car max.

I think I will wait until I have money in hand and check out a few card lots close by and if I don't find what I'm looking for then the new transmission is my fall back plan.

 

[turtlevette]

If a newer car will make you happy. Maybe this is the time.

The dealer will put the Lucas in the Buick.

 

[901Memphis]

Maybe I will try the Lucas... But only for an experiment, not because I actually believe in it.

 

[cronk]

It would be interesting to see what the Lucas does.
My uncle had a dodge 2500 pickup that was starting to slip, A bottle of Lucas, and he got about another year out of it, including a trip from Florida to Northern NY.
While I certainly would not run it in a properly functioning unit, I might give it a try as a "Hail Mary" to get a little extra life out of a unit on its last legs.

 

[901Memphis]

I stumbled upon something i am interested in, the 20012-2013 Imapla with a 3.6L DOHC v6 and 6T70 transmission, these things are about 300 hp!

http://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/612552629/overview/#19

 

[901Memphis]

I'd like to get an LTZ with the alloy wheels, ground effects and spoiler.

 

[901Memphis]

I'll try the Lucas transmission additive on Thursday and report back.

 

[901Memphis]

Called the best reviewed local mechanic for a price quote on the installation of the triple edge transmission as I'm still weighing options and they want $900 just for the labor! Would that seems steep. If I need anything else like axles or other installation parts it's already looking like $3,000 total for the replacement.

 

[Kira]

Hello, I read this entire thread and think you're torn between several STRONG gravitational fields.

Nursing the Buick with the bad transmission was bad enough a drag to get you to do transmission replacement homework. That's good.

I don't classify a rebuilt transmission as such a huge replacement part.
You obviously crank around at speed sometimes. Driveline work is necessary sometimes.
For all the "work talk" here you might try your hand at the body work your Buick needs.

Where that Taurus plays into your life would be meat for another thread.

After all that you pull a 300hp Chevy (someone's old, traded-in muscle car?) out of your hat.
"Ground effects and spoiler.." What are you, 19 years old again?
AND you mentioned that 300hp car after you mentioned a Cobalt.
I conclude you're dazed. You've hit a wall of sorts. You DO NOT need a darn car payment.
Try the darn LUCAS (I too distrust mechanics in a can, but....)

I think you're a little up in the air as all good BITOGers can be.
But I think you've done enough transmission homework.

If you repair the Buick consider selling the Taurus. Bank that dough and make seeking a replacement car (over a 2-3 year time frame) your next hobby.
$3,000 divided by 30 (as in months)=$100 per month. Factor that into your budget.
Fix your running car

Really too bad you can't come to my guy in Fair Lawn, New Jersey. I've seen his business grow from a single bay. He's a great guy and honest.

Both transmissions he's rebuilt for me were money EXTREMELY WELL SPENT and I'm as thrifty as any of you.
He always has that yard full of customers.

Best of luck pal. You've gotten enough grey hairs over this one. Time to trust yourself and pull the trigger. Kira

 

[Trav]

Originally Posted By: 901Memphis
I stumbled upon something i am interested in, the 20012-2013 Imapla with a 3.6L DOHC v6 and 6T70 transmission, these things are about 300 hp!

http://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/612552629/overview/#19

Personally i will take the 3800 Gen II with a properly built 4T65E. Bullet proof engine and transmission (when upgraded), port injection with no VVT, long cam chains or DI.
Sure it has less HP but less possible very expensive problems down the road when its out of warranty.