I use to own a 1998 Isuzu trooper and loved it. I now drive a 98 Jeep Grand Cherokee limited and it has been a great car but I recently decided to buy another Trooper. About 2 months ago I found a 94 trooper that was having some mechanical issues. So I figured could rebuild the motor and have a pretty decent vehicle for my son and at the same time my son could learn a little about cars. I picked it up for $500.
Within a few days I found a 2000 Trooper that was in great shape but the transmission had failed. It also had a new motor in it so I bought it too. I moved the 94 to the back and decided to focus on the 2000.
After buying it I found this web site and have read a number of good posts about people that have rebuilt transmissions themselves. I figured Why Not!
I did call around to get prices on what a rebuild transmission would cost. The prices ranged between 975 (On Ebay) and about 1600 from my local shop. I also found someone on Craigslist that does bench rebuilds for $300. That sounded pretty good but I have to admit I am a bit skeptical of using someone off of craigslist to rebuild my transmission as I have been burned by someone on craigslist. I am usually very cautious about these things but a year later and I am still posting on craigslist to let everyone know how that guy does business. Anyway, I went back and forth between doing the rebuild myself and having this guy do it. In the long run I decided to try this guy and write about my experience.
So last weekend I pulled the trooper into the garage and put it up on jack stands. I spent about 6 hours dropping the transmission. Putting all the bolts in separate zip lock bags and taking a few photos along the way to make sure I know how to put it back together.
Last night I pulled the transfer case off of the transmission and loaded it in the back of my Jeep. I made arraignments to drop the transmission off today at his shop. Going to ask for all the replaced parts back and have written the ID number off of the transmission down to make sure I get the same one back. Again, probably over the top but I am still a bit nervous about it. The guy comes across like he knows what he is doing and has had most of the right answers to my questions. He said to expect it to take 3 business days for the rebuild but if I get it back in a week I will be happy. I ordered the Transmission Super Master Rebuild Kit from Murphy Automotive. I also purchased the Superior Shift Correction Kit. The rebuilder said it will cost another $50 for him to do the shift kit but I think that is reasonable.
I have already purchased a remanufactured torque converter and it is at home waiting to be installed in the rebuilt transmission. I also plan on purchasing a transmission fluid cooler and filter to add to it. Any suggestions?
I know that I need to replace the torque converter bolts. Anything else I missed?
I will let everyone know how it goes. If it works out this could be a good source for other folks with the 4l30E transmission. If not I will let you know that too!
Thanks
Within a few days I found a 2000 Trooper that was in great shape but the transmission had failed. It also had a new motor in it so I bought it too. I moved the 94 to the back and decided to focus on the 2000.
After buying it I found this web site and have read a number of good posts about people that have rebuilt transmissions themselves. I figured Why Not!
I did call around to get prices on what a rebuild transmission would cost. The prices ranged between 975 (On Ebay) and about 1600 from my local shop. I also found someone on Craigslist that does bench rebuilds for $300. That sounded pretty good but I have to admit I am a bit skeptical of using someone off of craigslist to rebuild my transmission as I have been burned by someone on craigslist. I am usually very cautious about these things but a year later and I am still posting on craigslist to let everyone know how that guy does business. Anyway, I went back and forth between doing the rebuild myself and having this guy do it. In the long run I decided to try this guy and write about my experience.
So last weekend I pulled the trooper into the garage and put it up on jack stands. I spent about 6 hours dropping the transmission. Putting all the bolts in separate zip lock bags and taking a few photos along the way to make sure I know how to put it back together.
Last night I pulled the transfer case off of the transmission and loaded it in the back of my Jeep. I made arraignments to drop the transmission off today at his shop. Going to ask for all the replaced parts back and have written the ID number off of the transmission down to make sure I get the same one back. Again, probably over the top but I am still a bit nervous about it. The guy comes across like he knows what he is doing and has had most of the right answers to my questions. He said to expect it to take 3 business days for the rebuild but if I get it back in a week I will be happy. I ordered the Transmission Super Master Rebuild Kit from Murphy Automotive. I also purchased the Superior Shift Correction Kit. The rebuilder said it will cost another $50 for him to do the shift kit but I think that is reasonable.
I have already purchased a remanufactured torque converter and it is at home waiting to be installed in the rebuilt transmission. I also plan on purchasing a transmission fluid cooler and filter to add to it. Any suggestions?
I know that I need to replace the torque converter bolts. Anything else I missed?
I will let everyone know how it goes. If it works out this could be a good source for other folks with the 4l30E transmission. If not I will let you know that too!
Thanks