There's a video, within the build series, that's dedicated to building the pump...and it includes the bushing installation. TH400 Build Series - Pump + Front End-Play: th-cam.com/video/tfQiHPZlIQI/w-d-xo.html The part that you're after starts at 7 minutes and 50 seconds. Hope this helps. Happy building.
I have been attempting to rebuild my TH400 with the help and guidance of a book "How to Rebuild & Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions" by Cliff Ruggles. I'm definitely NOT the brightest bulb and therefore have been struggling with this rebuild. However, now that I have found your Southpaw Autowoks TH-cam channel with your "TH400 Build Series" my knowledge of my rebuild has greatly increased. Thanks to Andy's methodical easy to understand explanations I have a much clearer picture of how to proceed. THANK YOU GENTLEMAN, for taking your time and efforts to produce this series on the TH400. Your videos are a GREAT help to me. Please continue. Thanks Again, Doug
I don't often leave a comment, but your videos and especially your T400 are Fantastic! Thank for covering this trans, I'm rebuilding this trans and it is a first time auto trans rebuild with this channels help.
You and me both man. These guys and Mountains Garage are the two channels that I have been studying from. Also get you a blueprint book for the th400. It will save you a ton of time and heartache haha
Also, for viewers, it’s important that after all of the bushing installation is complete, there needs to be a cleaning process that is repeating the original cleaning process remember clean, clean, clean three steps of cleaning before installation and blowing out all lubricant ports with an air nozzle, a transmission can never be clean enough for assembly, but it needs to be as clean as one can get it at least clean enough to eat from
We eat while building. Does that count? #Chips&Guacamole Couldn't agree more. 14:47 comes to mind. You can see the OD of the bushing shedding, as the bushing is pressed into the bore. That stuff has to be cleaned out. Shift valves, governor valve...they're all super sensitive to debris.
Doing my first tear down/rebuild on a "CM" th400 off an Rv. Thank you thank you for these videos and the sharing of knowledge! Garcias! Nice camera work Robet🤘.
If I can, I'd like to know the bushing removal sizes you used to remove and install so I don't waste money on a bushing kit that won't work. I thank you for this video, as I bought a complete rebiuld kit with everything, including new bushings for a 74 th400. And I plan to use your videos as I rebiuld this tranny. Thank you.
Not TH400 related, but every direct drum bushing I install in a TH350 needs to be honed because it always ends up being too tight. I don't have a press so I use a hammer and bushing driver. Maybe I need an arbor press.
It's not uncommon for us to need to "size" bushings, in order to get them to operate smoothly. We really like the arbor press. But, a hammer works just fine, too.
Your channel is just what I’ve been looking for. Question for Andy if I might, my 400 lost drive gears, but reverse works perfect. Thoughts? I checked governor but will be doing a rebuild myself. Just wanted to ask if there might be something else to check. Again, love the material Robert. Andy you are the man!!!
Same thing happened to me not long ago. Ended up being worn clutches, got real hot in 100+ weather and burned them out completely. Was still able to back it into the garage though.
The Forward Clutch pack is partially responsible for all of the forward gears. If this clutch pack fails, you'll lose all forward gears. That's where I would start looking. Really appreciate the positive feedback. -Robert
I guess it is safe to assume that bushing removal and replacement in a way applies to all transmissions, the same. especially the GM series of the 60E and 80E and TH350.
Generally speaking, yes. There's a lot that carries over from one trans to another (standard operating procedures). Like always, there's exceptions. Some bushing might need staking/sleeve retaining compound...for added insurance.
@@SouthpawAutoworks there’s always been a ton of questions when it comes to these bushing i’ve heard some people say to use WD-40 in some cases to lubricate before installation. I’ve also heard someone say, use a retaining compound, such as Loctite rather than staking a bushing. I may reach out to you on this subject when I start my next build. right now I’ve been collecting Cores of the 700R4 and the 4L60E and I plan to bring them all back to life soon still in the process of gathering much-needed tools.
We've done both methods, without any issues. However, I can see the value in wanting to retain as much bearing/bushing surface as possible, by using compound...versus staking. It maintains more surface area to support the journal. Good deal on the cores. Was it you that previously had some tools stolen? A vacuum test kit?
@@SouthpawAutoworks yes sir slowly but surely I am re-tooling my little shop and staying away from these guys. That still call me almost daily to please come help them, and I’m not going to do it anymore because too much risk and not enough reward given the fact that I have to furnish my own tools, yes, there is decent money in it, but it’s not worth it,if you can’t trust the ones that surround you, I did get my vacuum kit replaced and my test plates and all of my bushing drivers. And I may have mentioned on Facebook a time or two about my neighbors that both have a franchise in Matco and snap on tools. Between the two guys they brought me a new rolling snap on toolbox well, not new, but it was all donated from a gentleman that passed and left the tools behind to pay forward. Guess I was the lucky guy so I have a ton of stuff literally 2000 pounds of tools that I never had before most of the tools are not snap on or Matco they’re just regular but decent craftsman cobalt Milwaukee, all of the stuff you buy from the local stores but still decent and worth it for free. You can’t beat that. I have to leave now for a doctors so I will talk to you later. Have a good day Robert keep up the videos. We love what you do.
Oh yeah you are! That's hilarious! It shows before! I Ieft this one here that I've only posted 1 comment. When I know I've posted quite a few.. that's funny! Why are you deleting comments?
Not on purpose. ha On my end of things, TH-cam has a series of buttons to address incoming comments. The APPROVE button, and DELETE button are situated right next to each other. I prefer to use a desktop computer and a mouse, whenever possible. However, sometimes I use a touch screen tablet (when traveling). In that case, it’s very easy to accidentally press (touch) the DELETE button, when trying to press APPROVE. And of course there’s no way to undo an accidental delete…
@@SouthpawAutoworks bs! I know I have had multiple comments posted to your page before this! You think this is funny? Wow what a hack you are! Dude... I've been an ASE master certified tech for over 30 years. One thing I've learned in this business is being honest. Your customers see right through it! You think that was funny by your little "ha" comment there and that you could excuse it away as a simple little mistake? Yeah you're nothing more than a hack alright!
Front Pump and torque bushings left out.
Guess I can wing it.
Great VIDEO.
There's a video, within the build series, that's dedicated to building the pump...and it includes the bushing installation.
TH400 Build Series - Pump + Front End-Play:
th-cam.com/video/tfQiHPZlIQI/w-d-xo.html
The part that you're after starts at 7 minutes and 50 seconds.
Hope this helps. Happy building.
I have been attempting to rebuild my TH400 with the help and guidance of a book "How to Rebuild & Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions" by Cliff Ruggles. I'm definitely NOT the brightest bulb and therefore have been struggling with this rebuild. However, now that I have found your Southpaw Autowoks TH-cam channel with your "TH400 Build Series" my knowledge of my rebuild has greatly increased. Thanks to Andy's methodical easy to understand explanations I have a much clearer picture of how to proceed. THANK YOU GENTLEMAN, for taking your time and efforts to produce this series on the TH400. Your videos are a GREAT help to me. Please continue. Thanks Again, Doug
Glad to hear that you're finding the series helpful.
Appreciate your comment.
Did you finish the overhaul on your th400?
I don't often leave a comment, but your videos and especially your T400 are Fantastic! Thank for covering this trans, I'm rebuilding this trans and it is a first time auto trans rebuild with this channels help.
1st build? Awesome!
The positive feedback is appreciated.
Thanks for dropping us a line!
You and me both man. These guys and Mountains Garage are the two channels that I have been studying from. Also get you a blueprint book for the th400. It will save you a ton of time and heartache haha
Also, for viewers, it’s important that after all of the bushing installation is complete, there needs to be a cleaning process that is repeating the original cleaning process remember clean, clean, clean three steps of cleaning before installation and blowing out all lubricant ports with an air nozzle, a transmission can never be clean enough for assembly, but it needs to be as clean as one can get it at least clean enough to eat from
We eat while building. Does that count? #Chips&Guacamole
Couldn't agree more. 14:47 comes to mind. You can see the OD of the bushing shedding, as the bushing is pressed into the bore. That stuff has to be cleaned out. Shift valves, governor valve...they're all super sensitive to debris.
Doing my first tear down/rebuild on a "CM" th400 off an Rv. Thank you thank you for these videos and the sharing of knowledge! Garcias! Nice camera work Robet🤘.
1st TH400 build...Right on!
Happy to share.
Thanks for dropping us a line.
Estos videos valen oro
I've used a cam bearing installer for the rear case bushing using the pump to center it works perfect !!
That's the ticket, right there!
Appreciate you sharing that.
Thanks for dropping us a line, Buick Performance Support Channel.
@@SouthpawAutoworks Yes Sir love the Channel !!!
Glad you like it. Look forward to hearing from you again.
Can I install the stock case bushing through the rear??
Awesomeness
Thanks.
Great informative series,thanks for sharing…
Thanks, Kip.
Appreciate you dropping us a line.
Excellent!
If I can, I'd like to know the bushing removal sizes you used to remove and install so I don't waste money on a bushing kit that won't work. I thank you for this video, as I bought a complete rebiuld kit with everything, including new bushings for a 74 th400. And I plan to use your videos as I rebiuld this tranny. Thank you.
As always great knowledge and tips. Thank you
Our pleasure.
Thanks for dropping us a line.
Great video, well done Gentlemen.
Thank you kindly!
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Not TH400 related, but every direct drum bushing I install in a TH350 needs to be honed because it always ends up being too tight. I don't have a press so I use a hammer and bushing driver. Maybe I need an arbor press.
It's not uncommon for us to need to "size" bushings, in order to get them to operate smoothly.
We really like the arbor press. But, a hammer works just fine, too.
Wonderful content 👌
Glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for dropping us a line. Appreciate you.
Just out of curiosity, for this build, what HP and torque will this transmission be able to handle?
Your channel is just what I’ve been looking for. Question for Andy if I might, my 400 lost drive gears, but reverse works perfect. Thoughts? I checked governor but will be doing a rebuild myself. Just wanted to ask if there might be something else to check. Again, love the material Robert. Andy you are the man!!!
Same thing happened to me not long ago. Ended up being worn clutches, got real hot in 100+ weather and burned them out completely. Was still able to back it into the garage though.
The Forward Clutch pack is partially responsible for all of the forward gears. If this clutch pack fails, you'll lose all forward gears.
That's where I would start looking.
Really appreciate the positive feedback.
-Robert
I guess it is safe to assume that bushing removal and replacement in a way applies to all transmissions, the same. especially the GM series of the 60E and 80E and TH350.
Generally speaking, yes. There's a lot that carries over from one trans to another (standard operating procedures).
Like always, there's exceptions. Some bushing might need staking/sleeve retaining compound...for added insurance.
@@SouthpawAutoworks there’s always been a ton of questions when it comes to these bushing i’ve heard some people say to use WD-40 in some cases to lubricate before installation. I’ve also heard someone say, use a retaining compound, such as Loctite rather than staking a bushing. I may reach out to you on this subject when I start my next build. right now I’ve been collecting Cores of the 700R4 and the 4L60E and I plan to bring them all back to life soon still in the process of gathering much-needed tools.
We've done both methods, without any issues. However, I can see the value in wanting to retain as much bearing/bushing surface as possible, by using compound...versus staking. It maintains more surface area to support the journal.
Good deal on the cores.
Was it you that previously had some tools stolen? A vacuum test kit?
@@SouthpawAutoworks yes sir slowly but surely I am re-tooling my little shop and staying away from these guys. That still call me almost daily to please come help them, and I’m not going to do it anymore because too much risk and not enough reward given the fact that I have to furnish my own tools, yes, there is decent money in it, but it’s not worth it,if you can’t trust the ones that surround you, I did get my vacuum kit replaced and my test plates and all of my bushing drivers. And I may have mentioned on Facebook a time or two about my neighbors that both have a franchise in Matco and snap on tools. Between the two guys they brought me a new rolling snap on toolbox well, not new, but it was all donated from a gentleman that passed and left the tools behind to pay forward. Guess I was the lucky guy so I have a ton of stuff literally 2000 pounds of tools that I never had before most of the tools are not snap on or Matco they’re just regular but decent craftsman cobalt Milwaukee, all of the stuff you buy from the local stores but still decent and worth it for free. You can’t beat that. I have to leave now for a doctors so I will talk to you later. Have a good day Robert keep up the videos. We love what you do.
Wonderful 💋
Thanks for the visit
hi, important issue; is it possible a video of gear selection switc repair in details ?
I'm having trouble understanding the question.
Can you please rephrase your question?
Which transmission?
@@SouthpawAutoworks it is (al4) reanault dpo automatic transmission multifunction switch pads wear , my car don't move. thank you.
You deleting comments?
Oh yeah you are! That's hilarious! It shows before! I Ieft this one here that I've only posted 1 comment. When I know I've posted quite a few.. that's funny!
Why are you deleting comments?
Not on purpose. ha
On my end of things, TH-cam has a series of buttons to address incoming comments. The APPROVE button, and DELETE button are situated right next to each other.
I prefer to use a desktop computer and a mouse, whenever possible. However, sometimes I use a touch screen tablet (when traveling). In that case, it’s very easy to accidentally press (touch) the DELETE button, when trying to press APPROVE.
And of course there’s no way to undo an accidental delete…
@@SouthpawAutoworks bs! I know I have had multiple comments posted to your page before this! You think this is funny? Wow what a hack you are!
Dude... I've been an ASE master certified tech for over 30 years. One thing I've learned in this business is being honest. Your customers see right through it! You think that was funny by your little "ha" comment there and that you could excuse it away as a simple little mistake? Yeah you're nothing more than a hack alright!