1989 Buick Skylark Custom
2.5 (4cyl) Engine - No A/C
Automatic
Problem:
The reverse is gone and the forward gears are slipping and completely disengage on turns.
Q 1. Can I rebuild or overhaul the transmission?
Q 2. Could it be a linkage problem, and if so, can it be adjusted?
Q 3. If linkage can be adjusted ... then how do I do that?
Please ... no rude or sarcastic answers ... I do give low ratings!
2006-08-16 07:16:40 · 7 answers · asked by Regina R 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If you have metal particles/shavings in the trans fluid, most likely you'll need a complete overhaul. Gears are stripped. With transmissions, you gets what you paid for just like everything else. If you've never done ot before, take to the shop.
2006-08-16 07:21:53 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a bad fear that with the car being already 17 years old, having the transmission rebuilt will probably cost more than the car is worth. Its possible your linkage may be a little sloppy, and that can easily be tightened with some new cotter pins and tightening everything up. The best solution I could offer to you is find someone private who works on cars on the side (and make sure s/he is trusted by a personal source) to see if they could put a secondhand transmission into your car. You should be able to find one either at a junkyard, or possibly there may be a secondhand car parts dealer in your area. I've got a hunch that a lot of different cars had the same transmission (knowing how GM handles their parts), so finding one shouldn't be like finding a needle in a haystack.
Hopefully this helps you out--Lotsa luck :~)
2006-08-16 15:41:45 · answer #2 · answered by graffiti62 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Have you checked the fluid level? Smell the dipstick. Does it have a burned smell to it? Is it a dark color? If so it needs rebuilding. Usually, if the tranny is slipping that indicates that the clutches and bands are worn out. Low fluid levels will cause it to disengage on turns. However, being worn out can also cause this. Yes you can have it rebuilt.
2006-08-16 14:28:23 · answer #3 · answered by Cal 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
[1] yes you can rebuild the tranny--you have to be very mechanical minded--it a very technical operation also quiet expensive
[ 2]It is unlikely to be your linkage--I would advise getting a used transmission--should be a good selection just shop around for a good price
2006-08-16 14:35:45 · answer #4 · answered by walter a d 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get another tranny, it's your best bet. A remanufactured is better, a rebuild could be just a temporary fix as most shops just replace the obviously wore parts, not all of them.
2006-08-16 14:23:47 · answer #5 · answered by RUAQT? 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The gear bearings r bad so u need 2 have it rebuilt.
2006-08-16 14:24:45 · answer #6 · answered by Michael D 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its needs properly rebuilt and dont skimp, you can find one in a junk yard but if its junk then whats the chances of it lasting long
2006-08-16 14:21:16 · answer #7 · answered by Christian 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋