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Installed new engine, Tranny Inoperable

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I just installed my new GT40 crate engine. After I fired the engine (runs okay) I realized the tranny was completely missing in action. My mechanic seems to think the torque converter was not seated properly. He also said that as a result the tranny was probably ruined.

Any thoughts on this. Its a 1990 GT with a stock AOD with a Lentech valve body.

If indeed the tranny is shot, can I expect to at least save the valve body?
Also if I need a rebuild, what sounds like a reasonable cost .

Thanks
Al
 
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Depends where you go. I was quoted between $1000 and $1300 to have my AOD rebuilt.
 

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It sounds like the converter was not seated properly. What happens is that is breaks the front pump. Man, that sucks, I would hold him accountable if he installed it. AOD are able to be rebulit for was has been stated above.
 
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