Where is the inspection plate on a fluid drive transmission?
First, check the oil level in the fluid coupler. There is an inspection plate on the right side of the transmission hump of the floorboard. Remove this plate and you can turn the engine by hand or gently bumping the starter until the filler plug lines up in the inspection hole in the bellhousing.
Is there slippage in a fluid drive transmission?
The Fluid Drive is supposed to slip to a certain extent. The manual says slippage goes down as revs build up also it will slip more under load as when climbing a hill. So if it is going up hill and not revving very fast you may notice some slippage. At highway speed on level ground you still have 3% slippage. Check the Fluid Drive oil level.
What should I do if my transmission fails at 100 hours?
At the very least, drop the transmission, dump out the old oil, and put in fresh. You’re out a few hours and $20 of oil if you go synthetic. To have it fail at 100 hours is unacceptable, but you don’t have much recourse with the manufacturer at this point.
How does the ATI torsional input shaft work?
The Torsional Input Shaft works like a torsional spring bar, twisting and returning to totally eliminate breakage while reducing shock loads to the gear train.
Where does the oil in a transmission shaft come from?
Direct oil coming from the converter to the front ring on the shaft and out through the pump to the oil cooler. Direct oil from the cooler between the 2 rings and down through the center of the shaft to lube and cool the direct clutches, gear set, output shaft bushing and the entire transmission.
Can a pump shaft be used with an ATI pump?
ATI Ringless Input Shafts MUST be used with ATI Pumps. These ringless shafts are patented by ATI. Other manufacturers use bushings that will not work with ATI Input Shafts creating improper sealing which results in loss of converter charge, pressure and lubrication.
What kind of input shaft do I Need?
Heat-treat is critical. Input shafts are press fit and require special tooling to install in the forward drum. For 300 M input shafts installed in an OEM drum, use part #355260 for PG spline and #355259 for Turbo spline.