[Guest]

My C-4 loves second gear so much it doesn't want to shift out of it unless you really wind it, and then it will dump into third.
1.) Should I attempt a rebuild myself, never having done it before...
2.) Cost to have someone do it for me (the right way).
3.) what should I expect to replace?
4.) Any other suggestions (keeping car original a must)

Thanks to all GURUs for any lent Grey matter on this issue...
Tom


1966 C-Code Convertible
Charlotte, NC
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[nosaj122081]

It may be something simple, check your kickdown first... It could also be a dirty filter or lack of fluid, but I've had my kickdown stuck before and thats happened, if not, time for a rebuild!

-Jason

'72 Mach 1 || '90 Talon TSi AWD
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"Thats not a leak, my car's marking its territory!"
"If you've done it, it ain't braggin'." -Roy Rogers

 

[johnpro]

make sure you have good vacuum to the modulator, and that the hose is not kinked or leaking. It makes a very gnarly bend just before the modulator, and if it kinks (or leaks) will act pretty much like you describe.

If you always do what you've always done,
You'll always get what you've always got

 

[Cruzer]

I agree with John, replace the modulator valve & hose. Those things will make a transmission act like it's time for a rebuild. Might as well change the fluid & screen while you're under there.

66 Coupe, 302, Auto, 3.25 gears. Candyapple Red with White Pearl Stripes. Cragars.

 

[Cruzer]

I just noticed that you're from Charlotte. I live in Lancaster,SC. About an hour away.

66 Coupe, 302, Auto, 3.25 gears. Candyapple Red with White Pearl Stripes. Cragars.