would i be able to put in a transmission?

Question

i have a 1994 chevy s10 blazer 4x4... i was wondering how hard it is to put in a automatic transmission, and do i need a lift to put it in? and if its possible, what are the steps... i have the new trans. i just wanna save some $$$... i know a little about transmissions, but not bout taking one out, and replacing it..... any help would be appreciated.. thanks...

Answer 1

You say you have a new transmission . Just asking but do you have a new torque converter. The spline where the transmission shaft goes in can get really worn . I knew one guy that put in a new transmission and it still did not work and that was the problem. Securely and I cannot stress this enough block up the blazer . Enough to slide under comfortably. You can get the transmission down and up with blocks easy enough if you have a good helper. If you don't have enough blocks I would rent a transmission jack. It is always a good idea to have a friend to wiggle or turn the converter to get the bolts lined up . I am confident anyone with decent mechanical abilities can do this but be sure to be properly prepared before you start because there is no use getting hurt or killed.

Answer 2

being the trans tech at a gm dealership I've done my share of those,and it's a pretty big job (book time is around 6-7 hours and that's with all the nec. tools & equiptment) i would not advise trying this "under the shade tree" but what ever you decide to do BE SURE to flush the trans cooler & verify the flow rate (should be at least 2 qts in 30 sec) after flushing the cooler & replacement trans installed,remove the return line from the cooler,(top line at rad) install another line to a container & start engine. if flow rate is low trans will run hot

Answer 3

It's not a complicated procedure. If you purchase a Chilton's manual for the vehicle from your local parts store it should have step by step directions. The most important thing is to make sure you have the same kind of transmission that came out of the truck so it will bolt up the engine and driveline without any modifications.

Answer 4

You will need to find a experienced helper with this one ,it can be done by jacking it up on the ground ,but it is a labor intensive job.Start with removing cross-member frt drive shaft exhaust Y-pipe.remove transfer case .remove flywheel cover take 3 converter bolts out ,lower trans use long ext with 9/16 flex socket to remove bell-hsg bolts.after you lower trans down a few inches undo the cooler lines,elec conn,vent hoses.be sure to clean cooler out by flushing both directions before installing new trans.

Answer 5

Use a good size floorjack,but would be better with 2 people.Make sure to put fliud in the converter before install.Make sure converter is fully into place.Realy there is nothing to it Good luck happy lifting

Answer 6

Better to leave it to some professionals because you dont have the tools to lift up your car to take down the tranny.

Answer 7

It would be better if you had someone who had some experience to assist you. They are heavy and a lift would be a good idea. I don't think you should try this by yourself.

Answer 8

Why would you bother doing this? It's not like it's going to save you gas. The only reason people do this (i.e. me) with manuals is because they f- up the parking job and don't want to restart the car.

Answer 9

You need a lift or motor lift and there are many steps

Answer 10

If you're asking this question I would say the answer is definitely no.