96RedRunner
Senior Member
Got my info from Steve Schaefer SS thread on putting dual's in 01, motor on back of t-case adds the length the others don't have is my understanding. dual's on drawing board will take any info I get.
Slipping and Stuttering Transmission Turned Into Complete Success.
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Got my info from Steve Schaefer SS thread on putting dual's in 01, motor on back of t-case adds the length the others don't have is my understanding. dual's on drawing board will take any info I get.
phattyduck
Elite Member
Yes - but the motor on the back of the transfer case is there and the same dimensions on a 99 or 00 Limited. All others are shorter. And the transmission case is the same size for all the autos - it is only differences in the transfer case on the back (and the bellhousing on the front for the 4-cylinders).
Putting dual cases on and keeping the multi-mode transfer case is a big challenge, but there is documentation on what needs to happen.
-Charlie
96RedRunner
Senior Member
This is the wrench I spoke of earlier, not really a big wrench either.
I see the bbiigg wrench being using Dakota Digital linear actuators instead of twin sticks. Both have been done before.
VernySanders
New member
Update: So far I've driven about 5 or 600 miles on the refill and new filter with zero issues or any shuddering or hesitation. I've also swapped out injectors with some I pulled from a junk yard that I put new parts on and got cleaned and flow tested. This truck is running better than it ever has.
Hope no one considers this a hi-jack...Maybe some suggestions for 01-02 owners to minimize this failure?
As an 02 owner, I’m currently using Dino fluid and have been wanting to switch to synth, just haven’t yet because it runs so smoothly...at 160k. PS: External cooler installed.
T4R2014
Elite Member
Redline D4 or Amsoil ATF. Is the cooler installed as bypass or in series? Depending on your climate bypassing can make the trans take longer to warm up.
VernySanders
New member
[MENTION=211764]Rancho5[/MENTION] if you want a cheaper alternative than redline or amsoil I'd suggest Valvline Maxlife. A lot of guys use it and it works for me. Also use that oil ever since I've owned the truck and my oil is very yellow still at 3k vs when I first got the truck it was very black. Just throwing that out there.
gamefreakgc
Elite Member
Looks like he's in New Mexico, so bypassing altogether should be fine. Most cooler manufacturers will include a note about those living in climates that see temps below freezing on a regular basis to not bypass the stock cooler, so I think he's good. I also have it bypassed but we only see below freezing at night, about 10 nights a year so it heats up pretty quick.
T4R2014
Elite Member
That's the engine oil. The ATF was good but they reformulated it to meet Toyota WS. As a result it is thinner. I had hard shifts using it after. Not my first recommendation anymore. Combining it with a bottle of Lucas stop slip would help thicken it for an already dying transmission, but should only be used for that purpose anyway.
I'd recommend spending more up front for the best ATF. Had many transmission builders and re-builders agree with this as well.
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T4R2014
Elite Member
Generally it is a gallon when you drain it. Last time I got 4.5 quart though. Still haven't added that half quart... :lookout:
VernySanders
New member
UPDATE: Shes still running. I did need to replace the trans filter again, trans pump was starved on cold starts with colder temps leading into the winter, magnets had more debris on them however no large metal shavings still. Still running Valvoline maxlife, upgraded to 33 inch tires with stock 4.10 gearing, submitting my trans to more abuse than ever and I have no issues to report. Except that this spring im doing a manual swap HAHA
jgue467
Senior Member
Here's an 01 that hasn't exploded, yet....321k all original miles so far....yet it is time for the next trans flush.....the last 2 yrs have all the cool features the first 4 didn't....
VernySanders
New member
Honestly theyre "lifetime filters" but I wouldnt hesitate to just go ahead and change out the trans filter ever 40k miles and keep your fluid good and youll be fine. Its easy to prevent tragedies, hard to remedy them. I am still using this trans though. Ran it harder than ever this past summer at the dunes.
