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1959 Jetaway Rebuilder in Phoenix, AZ?

Started by Cadillac Jack 82, November 02, 2023, 11:55:38 AM

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Cadillac Jack 82

November 02, 2023, 11:55:38 AM

Good morning,

While my transmission is doing alright for now I've noticed its leaking semi-steadily and it tends to not want to shift easily from 3rd into 4th gear.  While its okay now I think after 65 years and nearly 95k miles it might be time to have her rebuilt.  Does anyone here have a shop they'd recommend for a rebuild here in the east valley of Phoenix?  Also with regards to rebuild kits does anyone here recommend a vendor?  Thank you.
Tim

CLC Member #30850

1934 Harley VD 74ci "Rosie"
1948 Buick 76S "Lillian"
1950 Cadillac CDV "Doris"
1959 Cadillac CDV "Shelley"

Past Cars

1937 LaSalle Coupe
1955 Cadillac CDV
1957 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
1964 Cadillac SDV

and a bunch of others...

V63

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November 02, 2023, 02:05:38 PM
Verify your fluid is still red? I have had great sucess with Lucas transmission elixir. Also your transmission might need a linkage adjustment?

Past all that, I have used DENNYS transmission for decades, they reduced to one valley location but it's near suncity on grand Ave. Ask for Sean

 I might coordinate a schedule on such a project as those old transmission jobs are not 'typically' prioritized.

Cadillac Jack 82

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November 02, 2023, 03:04:06 PM
Transmission fluid is still bright red and I top it off with Dextron/Mercon fluid from NAPA.  The transmission not grabbing is more prevalent during a hard acceleration moreso than cruising so I stick to that.  Although Sun City is all the way on the other side of town I'll look into Dennys and also your Lucas recommendation.  Thanks!
Tim

CLC Member #30850

1934 Harley VD 74ci "Rosie"
1948 Buick 76S "Lillian"
1950 Cadillac CDV "Doris"
1959 Cadillac CDV "Shelley"

Past Cars

1937 LaSalle Coupe
1955 Cadillac CDV
1957 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
1964 Cadillac SDV

and a bunch of others...

Chris McBride

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November 02, 2023, 05:54:16 PM
You may wish to check with Mr. Dave Riccio at Tri-City Transmission in Tempe.

https://tricitytransmission.com/

2005 E Rio Salado Pkwy, Tempe, AZ 85281

480-968-5062

Hope this helps.  Good luck!

Chris

V63

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November 02, 2023, 06:39:02 PM Last Edit: November 02, 2023, 06:55:29 PM by V63
Quote from: Cadillac Jack 82 on November 02, 2023, 03:04:06 PMTransmission fluid is still bright red and I top it off with Dextron/Mercon fluid from NAPA.  The transmission not grabbing is more prevalent during a hard acceleration moreso than cruising so I stick to that.  Although Sun City is all the way on the other side of town I'll look into Dennys and also your Lucas recommendation.  Thanks!


Just a suggestion,

The red fluid is a very good indicator.

Under heavy acceleration there is accelerator linkage to facilitate a down shift (TV ROD) and if that's not adjusted correct the transmission will hunt (slip) between #3 and #4 speeds.

As a quick guide to adjust,
car off!
floor the accelerator and set the downshift lever/ linkage on the transmission to a fully pulled situation. Fix it there.

Sometimes with replacement carpets and padding the accelerator travel can be restricted.

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