A fix for the tremec 3650

[GinoGT]

I wouldn't think an aftermarket shifter SHOULD let the dealer say no to fix something under a TSB. In my opinion, a TSB like that is Ford admitting, "Okay, this is definately wrong, we'll fix it."

Or the dealer could be an ass and still say no.

The only things I would be worried about are: 1. How long it would take to fix. 2. Some idiot techs playing with my car while I'm not there.

 

[tait_gt2002]

You don't have to cut or alter anything permanently in order to install an aftermarket shifter. Put the stock one back on and do a nice job with the silicone bead at the shifter base and they'll NEVER know the difference.

 

[lopey4.6]

Sounds awesome!!

 

[2013 Geee T]

You don't have to cut or alter anything permanently in order to install an aftermarket shifter. Put the stock one back on and do a nice job with the silicone bead at the shifter base and they'll NEVER know the difference.

What about the rubber boot that goes around the base of the shifter? I had to cut that. I guess they will know it has been messed with.

 

[Spazilton]

Great Info Thanks a lot

 

[sixstringthing]

Bumping this thread back up..... its been a few months so whats the deal with this now?

 

[crew_dawg16]

What about the rubber boot that goes around the base of the shifter? I had to cut that. I guess they will know it has been messed with.

There should have been no reason to cut anything, the stock shifter comes completely off the transmission will 4 bolts holding down the cover plate (which is what I think you cut) and then another 4 bolts holding the shifter down. You then re-install in the reverse with your aftermarket shifter.

 

[Ilsimen]

I just installed a UPR shifter on my car a couple days ago. I didn't have to cut anything, not sure why you would have to.

 

[horseplay01]

What is the latest concerning the TSB?

 

[Modular2v]

subscribing!

 

[Tomtom9401]

Bringing post up from the grave haha, so i bought my mustang last week and i noticed that there is a difference in how it shifts from 1-2 but this is my first manual car i have ever driven. So 1. Was this fix actually released? 2. How do i know if my car has had this "fix" performed (as i have no idea how shifting is suppose to be, i thought the rough engagement was normal i have to shift really slow). Any up to date knowledge on the issue, i think the last reply said it was from 2004? haha i have a 2004 mustang GT thanks guys!

 

[2013 Geee T]

I don't think it was ever released as a recall but just a TSB (technical service bulletin).. I would assume the dealer would know if it was done and have a dealer wide record but I'm not positive.

Even after mine was done its still notchy, especially when cold but much better than the grind I used to get beforehand. The T3650 is not a real smooth shifting transmission, especially with an aftermarket shifter.

You can always bring it in and have them check to see if it was done. I don't remember the TSB number but it may be somewhere in this thread.

 

[merc123]

Ask the dealer to run your VIN through OASIS and see if it comes up as done.

 

[Tomtom9401]

Hey guys thanks for the reply, but i am wondering. I have a 2004 mustang gt, the TSB only lists up to 2003, do i have a different transmission?

 

[2013 Geee T]

Its the same transmission but maybe they fixed the issue in 2004? I doubt it though. I think they still use the 3650 in the newest Mustangs as well.