Hiram is the "BOSS" when it comes to TH-cam transmission videos - NO ONE DOES THEM BETTER. Most people who are employed as professional ASC certification instructors could learn a lot from this man when it comes to teaching and transmission service techniques. Compare this video to ANY other transmission rebuild/teardown video on TH-cam. You will quickly reach the same conclusion that I did years ago. This guy is clearly in a league of his own.
I plan on doing a 4T65E rebuild soon and this video is invaluable for the research process. Thanks for the detailed explanations and in depth disassembly!
Great videos Hiram. I'm not a mechanic but you have a knack for teaching - and for properly filming what you're doing. Well done. I've learned a lot. Thx
If other folks making how to videos on TH-cam was as detail as this guy I could fix anything the first time around. One of the best videos I have seen made on any subject. Great job.
U helped me much rebulding my transmission ( master rebuild kit + washers kit )( i recommend super master rebuild kit and also clean with diesel fuel all ) , great video, many "likes", clean video, very punctual !
@@AutomaticTransmission can please help me. U are the best vid hands down. I just need advice. I've gotten 100 different responses and no real clear answer. I live in it and limited on cash. Would a junk yard tyranny be worth it. I have 3 vids on my channel
Love these transmissions, and the W body vehicles they are installed in! I did the DIY shift kit on my 98 GTP, 2-3 accumulator spring in the 1-2 accumulator as well as a 3/4 steel spacer in both accumulators. Car had zero issues shaking the tires into 3rd when you were flogging it! Had good manners when just cruising as well!
The ease of your words and actions are wonderful, having an 01 Monte Carlo that is starting to have issues and knowing nothing about transmissions. After watching I now know that there are many types of issues that could be causing my problem and have a better understanding of why a professional rebuild can be so costly. Thank you for the insight.
Don't mind me tryna diagnose an issue I'm having with an '07 Grand Prix GXP 🫵🏿 What's the problem? Well, when I put this car in drive, it won't move, but in Manual/TapShift, it drives. All other gears work just fine except DRIVE!! Could my "forward band" have broken too? I haven't even finished watching this video, but I will 💯 No 🧢
@@charliemccutcheon6030 yes, he has said before that he wants people to see how to work on them in real time. I've been watching this channel for a loooong time (he did an Allison LCT shift kit video and that is when i first started watching... 9 years ago or so) because i also build transmissions and Engines (usually for racing) and he's the most professional i've seen online yet.
Precision Transmissions is another awesome Transmissions channel on TH-cam. Richard is a master at what he does, diagnose and fully rebuilds the Transmissions, and so on.
@@davidmiller9485 : Whether you are or are not a fan of Precision Transmissions, is not the point here, the point here is they make great transmissions videos, that are insightful, informative and enjoyable to watch, and by watching the videos that are made by more than one video creators. I don't know what side of the bed you woke out of, but don't send crap my way, due to not liking another transmissions videos creator. I also watch videos made by different content creators, for learning purposes too, and it maybe a specific transmissions I maybe looking for, to help gain understanding and clarity.
You do great videos, so much to cover, I rebuilt a 700r4 with the help of your video, then ran into the situation of having to buy the $100 bore tool and updated valve for the tcc lockup issue because the bore was worn and the original valve was prone to wear out because of its size, because of that valve I still had issues with the valve leaking causing slippage which was what caused my transmission to fail in the first place. While I had it out and torn down I also installed the trans go upgrade spring kit and had to replace the plastic servo pistons with aluminum ones to prevent future issues as you noted in your video. I also I installed repair grommets on the valve body plate where the check balls wear out the plate. The transmission works better now than when it was new. Been going strong towing heavy loads for 3 years now with no problems. Trial and error and patience is a learning process but it helps to address every known issue before you rebuild and have those parts ready. After all with all the work involved you want the trans to last. The problem with all these transmissions is you are not just replacing seals bearings and clutch packages, there are numerous parts that had design flaws that needed upgraded part replacements like the sun gear issue with the 700r4 you mentioned in your video which I did replace out of caution even though it looked okay. I find you have to do the tear down, inspect every part carefully, research every fix and upgrade so while it is apart you can get all the needed parts to address every design issue to prevent other possible problem in the future because of the failure of the factory original non improved used parts you reinstall. In this video you did not cover much about the issue with the valve in the plate which is a common problem, I believe it was the modulator valve, I understand there are 2 fixes for it, either boring it out re sleeve it and put in the new valve in the kit, or superior offers a k-098 kit to address the valve leakage issue that does not require boring, it uses a plug and new valve
I am quite simply amazed at your knowledge and abilities! I have been working on cars for over 50 years off and on and had considered rebuilding my 2002 Impala 3800 transmission after the cooling fans quit and the transmission let me limp home at 10 mph in 1st due to the overheating.. After watching your video I wouldn't do it if someone put a gun to my head. All those parts you said not to forget-I would forget about half of them! I wish I had your talent.
These are people who specialize in one part of a car. Just as surgeons who specialize on one part of our body. So it's a cakewalk for them. Awesome video
OK Hiram you delivered!! I asked for a 4T65E video and here it is. Thanks a bunch. My personal feeling is that this is one of the best automatic transmissions ever made. I've had too that have gone over 250,000 miles each. Always love to watch you work. Looking forward to the additional videos you must have in the hopper on the reassembly of this unit. Once again thanks.
It's a shitty transmission, I've had two bad ones now. The tranny in my 97 Intrepid currently has 247,000 hard miles and never had a fluid change, now that's a good transmission.
SATAMAN Schmidt. Do you know if he has a 4t60e video? Or are the 60 an 65 close enough to use this guide? If you happen to know by chance a response would be helpful
muchas gracias sr Hiram por sus tutoriales son de mucha utilidas tengo 12 años dedicandome a reparar transmiciones automaticas pero no falta que se le presente alguna falla o duda con alguna pieza interna de la transmicion y sus tutoriales me ayudan mucho saludos desde Ensenada b.c Mexico,porsupuesto que estoy suscrito a su canal y miro sus tutoriales muy frecuentemente,espero que entienda español
I am thrilled you got one of these units to rebuild. I wish it happened earlier, back when I was rebuilding my own 4T65e-HD unit. You have covered a few details not included in the service manuals or the updated technical specs manuals. Information that would have saved me some time on the build and a lot of time on the intensive research I did. My 2nd clutch pack had the excessive play - I was unaware the steels were available in variable thickness at the time. I tried the trick of adding one of the original steels to the assembly, but the tolerance was too tight. Without it, it was too loose. I played it safe and went with the too loose option. Since the rebuild, my transaxle still runs great to this day. I have the occasional 1-2 long shift issue, but it's a rare thing. The MAX ADEPT (not max adapt) code gets flagged when it happens. The updated spline drive was implemented in 2004 BTW. I made sure to get that part. I also added the clamp for the accumulator lines. The one thing I wanted to try, but didn't have the detailed information for is this trick.. Adding a 'squirter' line to the differential. I've seen this done on a forum somewhere and it caught my interest. GM has a high performance rebuild manual for these units too. They use only 3 forward gears instead of 4. GM also produced an upgraded input shaft that retailed at $1,200. This part is no longer available. It was designed without the groove for the O-Ring, the first thing you removed in this video. Another company makes a high performance input shaft for around $600. I couldn't justify that cost as it is more than I paid for all the replacement parts from my local parts supplier. I also included the transgo shift correction kit and a re-manufactured torque converter. I must say - I really enjoyed going through the process of the rebuild and the research involved to get it right the first time. Well, almost right, minus that intermittent long shift issue. I found your videos to be most helpful and I can't express to you how much I appreciate your feedback when I hit you up with my questions. Hiram, thank you so much for sharing your skill with us! You are an amazing technician and your video's are an awesome learning tool that provides an excellent supplement to the tech manuals. I hope you have been able to share my southern engineered J-Tools with a few people who don't have the real deal. One of these days, I will go through all the photos I took during my rebuild and make a good video to share. I need to add the engine rebuild and the other special modifications implemented along the way. In the meantime, I have uploaded a few locksmith and security videos on this channel if you have any interest on that subject. This one is my favorite. It may be old, but it has great info that still applies to this day. -- th-cam.com/video/xU_0OVygEMY/w-d-xo.html Thanks Hiram - you da man!!!!
OUTSTANDING! Great job in sharing your expertise via this thorough, "basic"[?] teardown. Components and indication of their condition is terrific. Many thanks maestro. [Mine is a 4T60-E but very similar fundamentals of course.]
master builder for sure,glad I'm retired,i did this for 47 years,these people are in good hands with you still building,you are definitely a super wrench,hang in there builder
When I suggested that I treat mine apart for my 08 impala that's exactly how my buddy described it. He said it looked like a spaceship inside a transmission.
Your vid gave me the know how to remove the rear cover to inspect and test the sensors and wiring inside the trans, to bad the hard part is dropping down the sub frame to get at that cover. Thank you from northern B.C.
Wow, I could never do this, found this video by mistake, just wanted to replace my trans fluid filter, but, enjoyed watching you work so much that I watched the story all the way to the end. Thank you Hiron, excellent works.
Excellent vid of the 4T65E rebuild process and known issues. I just blew 1800 clams on my 2002 impala tranny overhaul; it had multiple problems including a nearly 100% stripped 4th shaft. Thanks for your channel and insight. :)
that is how my 08 impala blew up. That forward band piece that you pointed to in the video was in the transmission pan. I knew my car was done then and like you said you may get movement in 1st, 2nd at most, but there is no forward movement. I also lost reverse too during that time.
that is the most awesome trans video I've ever seen, and in the top 5 best how to vids of any topic. great job. thanks for taking the time to post it. regards
Very informative! I can tell you have done it once or twice! Can you list some suppliers for the kits and quality parts? Also what's the bench buddy that you mentioned when you were talking about wore out valve body bores?
Thank you Hiriam. I found that forward band bit, which you said breaks frequently, in my S80's pan. I know what to do now. Also it does move slowly in manual 1st, 2nd starts flaring, exactly as you described.
Your video is thorough and helpful. How important is it to replace the torque convertor after rebuilding the transmission? My car has a 93k miles and broke the forward band. It was a clean break. The end where the solenoid engages the band came off. No total blow up... Do I really need to replace the torque convertor?
I worked at the plant in Warren Michigan that built that trans. Worked as a wet line repairman for a year or so before they went E . The first generation were 440T in about ‘83/‘84
I’m no professional, but my 4T65E-HD GTP transmission began to fail at about 150,000 miles. Main things replaced: clutch internal and external rings with teeth(some broken), reverse servo bands that squeeze the clutch I believe were somewhat burned, 4th clutch shaft (splines were stripped halfway down), chain scoop was replaced, transmission mounts, main control valve body, internal harness, sonnax actuator feed limit valve, pressure control solenoid, 3rd clutch spring, 1st and 2nd support bands and torque converter. Some small things were replaced also but that’s most of the big stuff. The transmission now runs great.
Great video !!!! And great memory to remember how to put back all those things together!!! To me looks like it a lot of it! But l love your video l got the same transmission on my 2002 year Buick rendezvous .!
Glad I found this. Very informative. Under heavy acceleration in my 01 silhouette, I get smoke, which is burning trans fluid. Never any fluid leaking on the ground. I think that breather is right under the exhaust crossover. Makes me wonder if that paper gasket is torn.
Blessings. I have a 2000 silhouette. Can u watch the vids I posted . What happened with urs? I lost drive. Reverse still good I have to start in 1st and drive like a manual. Please advise ty in advance
I have this transmission in our 02 Bonneviile, I looked the world over to try to find the neutral safety switch on this car, hummmmm its in the bloody transmission, kinda hiding in there, hahahah It didnt start once or twice, I changed the crank position sensor then started looking for the neutral safety switch,,,,thats when things got funny...Thanks to your video, I plumb found it...lol thanks bro...
Thanks for the great tear down video. I have a 2007 Chevy HHR with the 4T65e. I have noise coming from the TC area. When the car is off and I strike the pan withe the palm of my hand I get a noise that sounds like a band of metal vibrating on the inside of the pan or like screws loose and laying in there. The car has 77,000 miles and per the manual the filter and fluid has not been changed. What is my best couse at this point?
Wow mate great job. Where's your shop location? I got the 4T65E HD which still working but has some big loose/delay between reverse and drive gear. It also need a performance upgrade so I can turbo charge the LS4. There is so much bad reviews about transmission shop in my location so i don't trust them with my transmission...
I have a trouble-shooting question. First, let me say, I sure appreciate your posting such good Videos. I am sure you have helped a lot of people. Ok - 2002 Monte SS (3800-not super charged) - 0nly 75k miles on the car. It has a long delay on the 1 to 2 shift. After the delay, it sometimes goes right to 3rd and seems to skip 2nd. I can manually go through each gear, but there will still be a long delay for it to shift into 2nd. 2-3 and 3-4 all work fine. Seems to get worse the warmer the car gets. Every once in a while, when you first drive in the morning, it shifts normal for a few blocks, but then the delay starts in 100% of the time. No codes set. Fluid and filter are clean, nothing unusual in the Pan. Any idea what would be the best approach? Shift Solenoid? I saw you talk about the Molded Piston possibly causing a slow 1-2 shift. Just wondering what your best guess is?
Done work on these. They can be very troublesome if you're lacking the experience to work on them. Mine is a 4T65E HD. They were mated to 3.8L engines that had superchargers on them and also the 5.3 V8. The HD version has a stronger final drive and the CV axle input is larger on the passenger side
Amazingly complicated- much respect to you for your knowledge on this. How long can these transmissions be expected to last on average assuming regular fluid and filter changes and that you don’t beat the crap out of it?
Hi Hiram, great video, I'm in the middle of a rebuild of a Volvo 4T65-E trans and have a question re the pump driveshaft. I have fitted the new seal to the groove in the boss on the driveshaft but when it is installed inside the sleeve which comes through the channel plate it seems loose and is not contacting the sleeve. Not sure if this is normal or am I missing something? Thanks for your videos. It has made this whole job so much easier, Cheers.
Hiram, I really enjoyed your video on tear down. You are very through and explain in great detail. I have a question you can probably answer. Girlfriend had trans in her 2005 Rendezvous CXL rebuilt(very reputable shop). Ran fine for awhile,then started with door locks opening and closing,shift indicator would move back and forth between drive and park, and would drop about 1000 rpms, all while driving at highway speeds. Eventually,when stopped and leaving a stop it wouldn't do anything and all of a sudden it would slam into gear. It never threw a code. Took it back to tranny shop,he said it was the BCM. He replaced and it still did same thing. Shop refused to do anymore. We didn't drive for awhile and are driving more now but nothing at all has happened. It does have a 3 year warranty but what can they look for if it's not acting up at the time they have vehicle? What think you young wizard? Thanks very much.
I have same transmission 2000 Oldsmobile intrigue and the pump rotor broke and locked up broke the torque converter pump shaft I've gotten another pump motor shaft but need to know what caused the pump to break and how to diagnose that problem to make sure it doesn't happen again thank you and your videos are awesome 😎
very good video u the man. I like watching your videos. i would like to see the reassemble 4t65e to see the clearance for the clutch packs u got or come up with. if I use a feeler gage what would u think the number would be under the snap ring for a good clearance? for the 2nd and 3rd?
I just wanna say how helpful ur vids have been! Also could u gimme a list of ALL possible causes for no forward gears? I think I counted 3 that u mentioned. Are there anymore? You can hear & feel it go into reverse, then neutral, but when go into Drive or low gears, can't hear or feel anything. I already replaced all solenoids, wiring harness, pump, forward band wasn't broken.
Thank you the extensive tutorial, I can see you’ve done that before. My tranny sometimes has no forward or reverse after sitting a spell, shut the car off once or twice and it works fine. To me, it seems electrical or valve body problem with no codes. ....It’s an overhaul. And after watching your video, I’m not getting into it. Thanks again I enjoyed it.
Thanks for the video one question I have a Volvo XC90 and the differential broke ,it is possible to replace only the differential I can’t open the entire transmission but if I only remove the differential and assemble again works ?
I have a 2005 chevy impala, 3,4 motor 4t65e tranmission. It pulls but is very slow at shifting ,an acts like it doesn't want too shift from first , but if you drive it easy and give it about 3 too 4 seconds it will shift, it does make a funny sound for about 1 second and then it will shift too all the rest of the gears, an go really good , I change all new solenoids and still does it. It shows no engine codes .
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8 years later and this video is still bringing me entertainment and education. Thank you!
Hiram is the "BOSS" when it comes to TH-cam transmission videos - NO ONE DOES THEM BETTER. Most people who are employed as professional ASC certification instructors could learn a lot from this man when it comes to teaching and transmission service techniques. Compare this video to ANY other transmission rebuild/teardown video on TH-cam. You will quickly reach the same conclusion that I did years ago. This guy is clearly in a league of his own.
I don't work on transmissions but I like watching your videos. You are as skilled and knowledgeable as I have ever seen.
I plan on doing a 4T65E rebuild soon and this video is invaluable for the research process. Thanks for the detailed explanations and in depth disassembly!
Great videos Hiram. I'm not a mechanic but you have a knack for teaching - and for properly filming what you're doing. Well done. I've learned a lot. Thx
If other folks making how to videos on TH-cam was as detail as this guy I could fix anything the first time around. One of the best videos I have seen made on any subject. Great job.
U helped me much rebulding my transmission ( master rebuild kit + washers kit )( i recommend super master rebuild kit and also clean with diesel fuel all ) , great video, many "likes", clean video, very punctual !
Hiram provides more information than any service manual ever could. He is awesome
Thanks bro.
@@AutomaticTransmission can please help me. U are the best vid hands down. I just need advice. I've gotten 100 different responses and no real clear answer. I live in it and limited on cash. Would a junk yard tyranny be worth it. I have 3 vids on my channel
2000 olds silhouette
Love these transmissions, and the W body vehicles they are installed in! I did the DIY shift kit on my 98 GTP, 2-3 accumulator spring in the 1-2 accumulator as well as a 3/4 steel spacer in both accumulators. Car had zero issues shaking the tires into 3rd when you were flogging it! Had good manners when just cruising as well!
I'm astounded that he can remember how to get it back together,....great technician.
i assume trans builders know 4l60 and 4t65 like the back of their hands
After you do it a thousand times I'm sure it's easy
The ease of your words and actions are wonderful, having an 01 Monte Carlo that is starting to have issues and knowing nothing about transmissions. After watching I now know that there are many types of issues that could be causing my problem and have a better understanding of why a professional rebuild can be so costly. Thank you for the insight.
Dammit man, the automatic transmission is such an intricate component. My hat goose off to you for having the skills to do this.
Came here to see why my forward band broke. Got more than I bargained for. Thank you! INCREDIBLY HELPFUL.
Great to hear!
Don't mind me tryna diagnose an issue I'm having with an '07 Grand Prix GXP 🫵🏿 What's the problem? Well, when I put this car in drive, it won't move, but in Manual/TapShift, it drives. All other gears work just fine except DRIVE!! Could my "forward band" have broken too? I haven't even finished watching this video, but I will 💯 No 🧢
You're a surgeon with that impact wrench!!
Great stuff Hiram, I really look forward to your videos. Thanks for sharing your extensive knowledge.
In my humble opinion, this is by far the best video on all youtube
Most channels I've seen doing transmissions have tons of cuts and editing. If I'm not mistaken this is a single cut
@@charliemccutcheon6030 yes, he has said before that he wants people to see how to work on them in real time. I've been watching this channel for a loooong time (he did an Allison LCT shift kit video and that is when i first started watching... 9 years ago or so) because i also build transmissions and Engines (usually for racing) and he's the most professional i've seen online yet.
Precision Transmissions is another awesome Transmissions channel on TH-cam.
Richard is a master at what he does, diagnose and fully rebuilds the Transmissions, and so on.
@@theroyalcrownedtiger2946 you fucks again. I'm not a fan of "richard".
@@davidmiller9485 : Whether you are or are not a fan of Precision Transmissions, is not the point here, the point here is they make great transmissions videos, that are insightful, informative and enjoyable to watch, and by watching the videos that are made by more than one video creators.
I don't know what side of the bed you woke out of, but don't send crap my way, due to not liking another transmissions videos creator.
I also watch videos made by different content creators, for learning purposes too, and it maybe a specific transmissions I maybe looking for, to help gain understanding and clarity.
You do great videos, so much to cover, I rebuilt a 700r4 with the help of your video, then ran into the situation of having to buy the $100 bore tool and updated valve for the tcc lockup issue because the bore was worn and the original valve was prone to wear out because of its size, because of that valve I still had issues with the valve leaking causing slippage which was what caused my transmission to fail in the first place.
While I had it out and torn down I also installed the trans go upgrade spring kit and had to replace the plastic servo pistons with aluminum ones to prevent future issues as you noted in your video. I also I installed repair grommets on the valve body plate where the check balls wear out the plate. The transmission works better now than when it was new.
Been going strong towing heavy loads for 3 years now with no problems. Trial and error and patience is a learning process but it helps to address every known issue before you rebuild and have those parts ready. After all with all the work involved you want the trans to last.
The problem with all these transmissions is you are not just replacing seals bearings and clutch packages, there are numerous parts that had design flaws that needed upgraded part replacements like the sun gear issue with the 700r4 you mentioned in your video which I did replace out of caution even though it looked okay. I find you have to do the tear down, inspect every part carefully, research every fix and upgrade so while it is apart you can get all the needed parts to address every design issue to prevent other possible problem in the future because of the failure of the factory original non improved used parts you reinstall.
In this video you did not cover much about the issue with the valve in the plate which is a common problem, I believe it was the modulator valve, I understand there are 2 fixes for it, either boring it out re sleeve it and put in the new valve in the kit, or superior offers a k-098 kit to address the valve leakage issue that does not require boring, it uses a plug and new valve
Awesome video from a true professional. I would send my transmission here for rebuild any time of day. Way to go Hiram!!!
I am quite simply amazed at your knowledge and abilities! I have been working on cars for over 50 years off and on and had considered rebuilding my 2002 Impala 3800 transmission after the cooling fans quit and the transmission let me limp home at 10 mph in 1st due to the overheating.. After watching your video I wouldn't do it if someone put a gun to my head. All those parts you said not to forget-I would forget about half of them! I wish I had your talent.
These are people who specialize in one part of a car. Just as surgeons who specialize on one part of our body. So it's a cakewalk for them. Awesome video
Nah he's good at all parts of a car
How do you make an assumption like this? Do you personally know that man? If not, the hate be real asf out here 💯🫵🏿
I just finished rebuilding my transmission using your video. One of the best videos on TH-cam!
OK Hiram you delivered!! I asked for a 4T65E video and here it is. Thanks a bunch. My personal feeling is that this is one of the best automatic transmissions ever made. I've had too that have gone over 250,000 miles each. Always love to watch you work. Looking forward to the additional videos you must have in the hopper on the reassembly of this unit. Once again thanks.
How? The engine in my Impala has outlasted two of these. The first lasted to 118,000 and the other about 86,000. Please give me some pointers.
It's a shitty transmission, I've had two bad ones now. The tranny in my 97 Intrepid currently has 247,000 hard miles and never had a fluid change, now that's a good transmission.
rebuilding one this week they seem to only last about 160 000km max from what I'm seeing. it appears to the be the drive band that breaks on them.
SATAMAN Schmidt. Do you know if he has a 4t60e video? Or are the 60 an 65 close enough to use this guide? If you happen to know by chance a response would be helpful
@@Thomas47100 mines got 320k miles
muchas gracias sr Hiram por sus tutoriales son de mucha utilidas tengo 12 años dedicandome a reparar transmiciones automaticas pero no falta que se le presente alguna falla o duda con alguna pieza interna de la transmicion y sus tutoriales me ayudan mucho saludos desde Ensenada b.c Mexico,porsupuesto que estoy suscrito a su canal y miro sus tutoriales muy frecuentemente,espero que entienda español
I am thrilled you got one of these units to rebuild. I wish it happened earlier, back when I was rebuilding my own 4T65e-HD unit. You have covered a few details not included in the service manuals or the updated technical specs manuals. Information that would have saved me some time on the build and a lot of time on the intensive research I did.
My 2nd clutch pack had the excessive play - I was unaware the steels were available in variable thickness at the time. I tried the trick of adding one of the original steels to the assembly, but the tolerance was too tight. Without it, it was too loose. I played it safe and went with the too loose option. Since the rebuild, my transaxle still runs great to this day. I have the occasional 1-2 long shift issue, but it's a rare thing. The MAX ADEPT (not max adapt) code gets flagged when it happens.
The updated spline drive was implemented in 2004 BTW. I made sure to get that part. I also added the clamp for the accumulator lines. The one thing I wanted to try, but didn't have the detailed information for is this trick.. Adding a 'squirter' line to the differential. I've seen this done on a forum somewhere and it caught my interest. GM has a high performance rebuild manual for these units too. They use only 3 forward gears instead of 4. GM also produced an upgraded input shaft that retailed at $1,200. This part is no longer available. It was designed without the groove for the O-Ring, the first thing you removed in this video. Another company makes a high performance input shaft for around $600. I couldn't justify that cost as it is more than I paid for all the replacement parts from my local parts supplier.
I also included the transgo shift correction kit and a re-manufactured torque converter. I must say - I really enjoyed going through the process of the rebuild and the research involved to get it right the first time. Well, almost right, minus that intermittent long shift issue. I found your videos to be most helpful and I can't express to you how much I appreciate your feedback when I hit you up with my questions.
Hiram, thank you so much for sharing your skill with us! You are an amazing technician and your video's are an awesome learning tool that provides an excellent supplement to the tech manuals. I hope you have been able to share my southern engineered J-Tools with a few people who don't have the real deal. One of these days, I will go through all the photos I took during my rebuild and make a good video to share. I need to add the engine rebuild and the other special modifications implemented along the way.
In the meantime, I have uploaded a few locksmith and security videos on this channel if you have any interest on that subject. This one is my favorite. It may be old, but it has great info that still applies to this day. -- th-cam.com/video/xU_0OVygEMY/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Hiram - you da man!!!!
watching this video for a guideline for installing my aftermarket TEP build parts for my 2005 GTP Prix. excellent walk through. thank you man
OUTSTANDING! Great job in sharing your expertise via this thorough, "basic"[?] teardown. Components and indication of their condition is terrific. Many thanks maestro. [Mine is a 4T60-E but very similar fundamentals of course.]
You're too awesome dude! You've helped me a lot with these trans units. More CVT(s) :)
This is an amazing video! Very nice contribution to the public sphere. This answers so so many questions! Getting ready to do all solenoids.
master builder for sure,glad I'm retired,i did this for 47 years,these people are in good hands with you still building,you are definitely a super wrench,hang in there builder
holy shit this thing is more complex than the space station.
And it's a p.o.s. cant handle any power or abuse at all. Crazy that pontiac paired this with one of the best engines ever made🤷♂️
@@braddishner8597 yep mine starting to slip time to install the shift kit lol
It’s actually not bad , Allison heavy duty transmissions can get interesting
When I suggested that I treat mine apart for my 08 impala that's exactly how my buddy described it. He said it looked like a spaceship inside a transmission.
@@GameLover1022 whats a shift kit?
I'm not even working on my transmission, but enjoyed the video so much that I'm subscribing!
ricaard I don't even own a boat, and I am watching this guy fix his motor. Not sure why TH-cam brought me here
Your vid gave me the know how to remove the rear cover to inspect and test the sensors and wiring inside the trans, to bad the hard part is dropping down the sub frame to get at that cover. Thank you from northern B.C.
I wish guys like you were more accessible . You are very helpful and we all have so many questions lol. Thanks for the vids.
Videos like this make me very very happy. Not only can I learn, but you are clear, concise and know what you are doing. Surgical. Thank you sir!
Wow, I could never do this, found this video by mistake, just wanted to replace my trans fluid filter, but, enjoyed watching you work so much that I watched the story all the way to the end. Thank you Hiron, excellent works.
Excellent vid of the 4T65E rebuild process and known issues. I just blew 1800 clams on my 2002 impala tranny overhaul; it had multiple problems including a nearly 100% stripped 4th shaft. Thanks for your channel and insight. :)
Tom Dewey How was the experience? I’m thinking about getting mine rebuilt..
I want thank you for our time. Learned a great deal information from you.
All my cars have the earlier 4t60e. Thanks for the vid.
Damn no wonder it's so expensive to get a new transmission or get it rebuild
This was really impressive to watch. Thanx for posting.
Excellent video. Very instructional and informative. Thanks Hiram!
I know extremely little about transmissions but I do like watching someone work who knows what they're doing.
Thank you for this great video. I wanted to understand how the transmission works and your video was excellent.
Thanks very much on this breakdown of letting me know everything and how something can be reusable or wear down..PERFECT
I really appreciate the detail and description you go into for this video. Thank you!
Dam he's fast! Totally on point!
This is so raw! lol love to learn. Thanks a lot, hope I can teach others a craft too, ppreciate it
that is how my 08 impala blew up. That forward band piece that you pointed to in the video was in the transmission pan. I knew my car was done then and like you said you may get movement in 1st, 2nd at most, but there is no forward movement. I also lost reverse too during that time.
that is the most awesome trans video I've ever seen, and in the top 5 best how to vids of any topic. great job. thanks for taking the time to post it. regards
And he calls it "a basic tear-down"
Lou Fazio Im sayin like how tf does he remember every single part not even having to think about it
@@cjon24s69 its his craft. I know ppl that know steam and gas turbines this intimately
Great video Hiram.Nice to watch a professional doing his thing.😎👍
Very informative! I can tell you have done it once or twice! Can you list some suppliers for the kits and quality parts? Also what's the bench buddy that you mentioned when you were talking about wore out valve body bores?
Thank you Hiriam. I found that forward band bit, which you said breaks frequently, in my S80's pan. I know what to do now. Also it does move slowly in manual 1st, 2nd starts flaring, exactly as you described.
wow the transmission is indeed one of the greatest wonders ever created by the human mind.
very nice video Hiram always looking foward for new ones!!!!!!
Your video is thorough and helpful. How important is it to replace the torque convertor after rebuilding the transmission? My car has a 93k miles and broke the forward band. It was a clean break. The end where the solenoid engages the band came off. No total blow up... Do I really need to replace the torque convertor?
This is both terrifying and educational lol Great video, thanks :)
My 05 lesabre needs this done. Best video ever very thorough. Thanx for the video I just liked and subscribed
Thank You so much for your valuable information showing all and talking about the transmission and parts. I subscribe to your channel. 😊
I worked at the plant in Warren Michigan that built that trans. Worked as a wet line repairman for a year or so before they went E . The first generation were 440T in about ‘83/‘84
Your knowledge is amazing.
Most definitely the ConNewton valve that’s connected to the flux capacitor looked worn lol
That’s why you do what you do
good job.
outstanding as always Hiram. good video
I’m no professional, but my 4T65E-HD GTP transmission began to fail at about 150,000 miles. Main things replaced: clutch internal and external rings with teeth(some broken), reverse servo bands that squeeze the clutch I believe were somewhat burned, 4th clutch shaft (splines were stripped halfway down), chain scoop was replaced, transmission mounts, main control valve body, internal harness, sonnax actuator feed limit valve, pressure control solenoid, 3rd clutch spring, 1st and 2nd support bands and torque converter. Some small things were replaced also but that’s most of the big stuff. The transmission now runs great.
I can even get a headache by watching it, let alone doing it. So professional
Great video !!!! And great memory to remember how to put back all those things together!!! To me looks like it a lot of it! But l love your video l got the same transmission on my 2002 year Buick rendezvous .!
@3:40 Broo, the answer I was looking for. You are a great person and the king of the day!
Glad I found this. Very informative. Under heavy acceleration in my 01 silhouette, I get smoke, which is burning trans fluid. Never any fluid leaking on the ground. I think that breather is right under the exhaust crossover. Makes me wonder if that paper gasket is torn.
Blessings. I have a 2000 silhouette. Can u watch the vids I posted . What happened with urs? I lost drive. Reverse still good I have to start in 1st and drive like a manual. Please advise ty in advance
I have this transmission in our 02 Bonneviile, I looked the world over to try to find the neutral safety switch on this car, hummmmm its in the bloody transmission, kinda hiding in there, hahahah It didnt start once or twice, I changed the crank position sensor then started looking for the neutral safety switch,,,,thats when things got funny...Thanks to your video, I plumb found it...lol thanks bro...
Impressive...most impressive. Subscribed and thumbed up!
great video thanks for sharing top quality as always
Fantastic video. This is going to help me out a lot. Thank you!
Very entertaining to watch, thanks for sharing.. also just a question what car was this transmission out of
you really do a great job with out hesitation in your word my first time watching
not all heroes wear capes. you deserve to be rich and live in paradise friend
No gm does and is.....
Excellent video. Do you have a video on assembling the transmission?
Impressive. You sir are a transmission doctor.
Dr. Trans
@@jaybee2344 No, that Caitlyn Jenner's Doctor!
No wonder those things are so darned expensive to replace, and fix :D
Stick with the stick shift :D
Thanks for the great tear down video. I have a 2007 Chevy HHR with the 4T65e. I have noise coming from the TC area. When the car is off and I strike the pan withe the palm of my hand I get a noise that sounds like a band of metal vibrating on the inside of the pan or like screws loose and laying in there. The car has 77,000 miles and per the manual the filter and fluid has not been changed. What is my best couse at this point?
Wow mate great job. Where's your shop location? I got the 4T65E HD which still working but has some big loose/delay between reverse and drive gear. It also need a performance upgrade so I can turbo charge the LS4. There is so much bad reviews about transmission shop in my location so i don't trust them with my transmission...
I have a trouble-shooting question. First, let me say, I sure appreciate your posting such good Videos. I am sure you have helped a lot of people.
Ok - 2002 Monte SS (3800-not super charged) - 0nly 75k miles on the car. It has a long delay on the 1 to 2 shift. After the delay, it sometimes goes right to 3rd and seems to skip 2nd. I can manually go through each gear, but there will still be a long delay for it to shift into 2nd. 2-3 and 3-4 all work fine. Seems to get worse the warmer the car gets. Every once in a while, when you first drive in the morning, it shifts normal for a few blocks, but then the delay starts in 100% of the time. No codes set. Fluid and filter are clean, nothing unusual in the Pan. Any idea what would be the best approach? Shift Solenoid? I saw you talk about the Molded Piston possibly causing a slow 1-2 shift. Just wondering what your best guess is?
Done work on these. They can be very troublesome if you're lacking the experience to work on them. Mine is a 4T65E HD. They were mated to 3.8L engines that had superchargers on them and also the 5.3 V8. The HD version has a stronger final drive and the CV axle input is larger on the passenger side
damn this is good at explaining this break down in pretty good detail how!
Amazingly complicated- much respect to you for your knowledge on this. How long can these transmissions be expected to last on average assuming regular fluid and filter changes and that you don’t beat the crap out of it?
They're known for going out regardless on any 3.8 supercharged models
you're the man !! learning a lot !
Just watched his video on tear down of a transmission wow he knows his stuff!!!👍
Wow I feel like I can fix my transmission myself after this video very educative thank you
Thank you so much! Would love to see a 4T65E full rebuild!
Hi Hiram, great video, I'm in the middle of a rebuild of a Volvo 4T65-E trans and have a question re the pump driveshaft. I have fitted the new seal to the groove in the boss on the driveshaft but when it is installed inside the sleeve which comes through the channel plate it seems loose and is not contacting the sleeve. Not sure if this is normal or am I missing something? Thanks for your videos. It has made this whole job so much easier, Cheers.
Hiram,
I really enjoyed your video on tear down. You are very through and explain in great detail. I have a question you can probably answer. Girlfriend had trans in her 2005 Rendezvous CXL rebuilt(very reputable shop). Ran fine for awhile,then started with door locks opening and closing,shift indicator would move back and forth between drive and park, and would drop about 1000 rpms, all while driving at highway speeds. Eventually,when stopped and leaving a stop it wouldn't do anything and all of a sudden it would slam into gear. It never threw a code. Took it back to tranny shop,he said it was the BCM. He replaced and it still did same thing. Shop refused to do anymore. We didn't drive for awhile and are driving more now but nothing at all has happened. It does have a 3 year warranty but what can they look for if it's not acting up at the time they have vehicle? What think you young wizard? Thanks very much.
I have same transmission 2000 Oldsmobile intrigue and the pump rotor broke and locked up broke the torque converter pump shaft I've gotten another pump motor shaft but need to know what caused the pump to break and how to diagnose that problem to make sure it doesn't happen again thank you and your videos are awesome 😎
Please do an assembly video of 4t65e!
Watch this video backwards
@@Torrious 🤔
Awesome job. Thank you for sharing
very good video u the man. I like watching your videos. i would like to see the reassemble 4t65e to see the clearance for the clutch packs u got or come up with. if I use a feeler gage what would u think the number would be under the snap ring for a good clearance? for the 2nd and 3rd?
Thanks for the great video! Dang your good!
Excellent video Hiram,watched your video and decided to rebuild my 4t65e myself. Where can I watch rebuild on the 4t65e.Keep sharing the knowledge.
how did your rebuild go? I am looking into rebuilding mines.
53$
HIRAM YOUR A BAD DUDE. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK BRO.....THANKS GOD BLESS
I just wanna say how helpful ur vids have been! Also could u gimme a list of ALL possible causes for no forward gears? I think I counted 3 that u mentioned. Are there anymore? You can hear & feel it go into reverse, then neutral, but when go into Drive or low gears, can't hear or feel anything. I already replaced all solenoids, wiring harness, pump, forward band wasn't broken.
Thank you the extensive tutorial, I can see you’ve done that before. My tranny sometimes has no forward or reverse after sitting a spell, shut the car off once or twice and it works fine. To me, it seems electrical or valve body problem with no codes. ....It’s an overhaul. And after watching your video, I’m not getting into it. Thanks again I enjoyed it.
Thanks for the video one question I have a Volvo XC90 and the differential broke ,it is possible to replace only the differential I can’t open the entire transmission but if I only remove the differential and assemble again works ?
I have a 2005 chevy impala, 3,4 motor 4t65e tranmission. It pulls but is very slow at shifting ,an acts like it doesn't want too shift from first , but if you drive it easy and give it about 3 too 4 seconds it will shift, it does make a funny sound for about 1 second and then it will shift too all the rest of the gears, an go really good , I change all new solenoids and still does it. It shows no engine codes .