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Originally Posted by 71CHEVYSHORTBED402
Maybe 5 miles actually. No reverse, but I drove it home from a shop intended for the truck's maiden start. The 400TH was rebuilt, and 3-4 years later I got the truck running. That was 1700, I did the R/R. Warranty long expired, I wouldn't take it there anyway. The second shop R/R and rebuilt it as needed, with a new T converter. Same price, not a scratch and they treated me so well. They said the former shop grinded a rod, pin or something like down, which engages reverse; perhaps "for a smoother shift".....  |
I am fortunate enough to be young and have a healthy leg; but this is exactly why I stay away from autos. Manuals only for me.
SM465 never fails, and when they do I can find one locally for $50.