AOD went boom

mc0311grunt

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Aug 15, 2009

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• Aug 15, 2009

• #1

My AOD in my 86 decided to lose a couple of gears today 42 miles from home. I limped it home in first and second(took the streets). When I got closer to home 1st and second started slipping real bad. Could it be the bands? I am not familiar with the AOD. Also if the AOD is to much work what is the cheapest junkyard upgrade for trannys besides the 5 speed conversion? Will a C4 bolt right up?

 

90 lx convert

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Falling Waters Wv.

Aug 16, 2009

#2

• Aug 16, 2009

• #2

Well, do your self a favor and check the linkage for the TV cable just in case it broke while you were driving. The plastic clip is known to break and cause trans problems. Sniff the fluid. If it smells like hot brakes then the trans is trash. A C4 will fit but you won't have OD. Not sure if you have to change flex plates or not for the C4. Mike

 

90mustangGT

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Aug 16, 2009

#3

• Aug 16, 2009

• #3

Too bad you don't live closer because my auto trany is in great shape but has recieved an eviction notie because my TKO500 wants in.

Yeah, chances are the tranny is shot, yes it's the bands I bet.

 

SilverFoxbody

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Aug 17, 2009

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• Aug 17, 2009

• #4

definitely check that TV cable. If you are still losing gears, that might be it.
Otherwise sounds like your direct clutch or input shaft broke...pretty common.

 

Vinnietbird

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Aug 18, 2009

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• Aug 18, 2009

• #5

That is the exact reason I went to a 5 speed.It took my TV cable clip to fail once.