What to look for when buying a used transmission

[@punkbomb1]

Another good informative video for say the younger crowd just getting into working on stuff or someone who may not have experience with transmissions. Good job bob.

[@J.Crooner]

Excellent video and will definitely make all the difference in buying a used transmission. Getting burned is just not an option in my playbook. Thanks for the information bud.👍😁😎👌

[@RCautoworks]

You're welcome and thanks for the feedback

[@candicenut9776]

The exact video I was looking for and you are the only one. Appreciate the info and great video

[@RCautoworks]

Glad I could help, thanks for the feedback

[@anonimoporsiempre6033]

@@RCautoworks THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR SHARE YOUR KNOWLEDGE ALL YOUR TIME IS APPRECIATE IT👌👍 feb\10\2021 22:18pm.

[@2dalight1]

Excellent video. Very informative and easy to understand👍👍

[@RCautoworks]

Thank you for the feedback

[@lockerpful]

Good advice , I'm looking to buy used honda manual transmission and looking for advice to check trans, this video taught me a lot, but it's difficult or impossible to shift gear on the transmission using screw driver, wonder if there is special device to shift gear.

[@SIRICKO]

Really good video.

[@RCautoworks]

Thanks Ricko, let us know if you need help with s300 or that flex fuel sensor. We can get you going in the right direction

[@SIRICKO]

@@RCautoworks Aww man thanks bro much appreciate it

[@hungtran-gy3uy]

Great video.

[@RCautoworks]

Thanks for the feedback Hung Tran?

[@internationalintellectcrow2865]

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[@marcelavaldivia5456]

Yes Thank you you explained it very clearly.. I have a question?.. I'm a female and I just got a used CVT Transmission can I use the same techniques on a CVT transmission..

[@RCautoworks]

Unfortunately the cvt internals are a lot different. So somethings maybe apply but other stuff not so much. I highly recommend googling inner pics of cvt transmission and then honda gsr trans internals. You'll see how they vary.

[@lgvmobile]

If the shaft at the torque converter side don't spin and seized even when cycling the shift lever on a automatic transmission is that normal? I haven't checked the output side the 4x4 differential is still attached....the diferential turns at different gears but can't tell if the transmission is turning its a toyota 340F automatic and my torque converter free spins clockwise and counter clockwise not sure if that is normal

[@glynnjohnson4307]

Thank you very much

[@RCautoworks]

You're welcome

[@12vLife]

what if you were told your transmission has water in it? What if a transmission was left out in the rain?

[@RCautoworks]

Spin it around and see if it feels crunchy

[@mickhohn6479]

Important question, does it need oil for the test or could the testing damage the transmission without? Want tobuy a v160 this weekend and I don’t want to dump 10 k 😅

[@RCautoworks]

It does not, spinning it over by hand will not do damage

[@mickhohn6479]

@@RCautoworks thanks a lot and awesome support 👍🏻 couldn’t find answers on the internet

[@RCautoworks]

@Mick Hohn you're welcome, if you ever need any parts consider my business ❤️

[@mikehook2035]

How about a transmission with none of these tell tale signs that it's bad? I just replaced one in a 97 camry and it won't even select a gear. Only goes into park. Shifter is fine, differential is fine. All plugs on the outside of transmission were replaced and the shift solenoids were also replaced. No metal shavings in the pan or the plug and the fluid didn't smell burnt. What could be wrong?

[@RCautoworks]

This was a video on a manual transmission not an auto. They're two totally different animals.

[@marioprimm9605]

Where did it get purchased from

[@mtdubdachamp6917]

My tranny went out in my 07 equinox I found an 05 in damn good condition, should I put that in my vehicle or no?

[@RCautoworks]

Sorry I can't really say on that chassis, I'm unsure.

[@ritab500]

How do you know if you are receiving the right transmission that’s going fit your car is there a number or something to look for on the transmission it self..???

[@RCautoworks]

If it's for a honda, some there is no easy way. Others you can count by rotating the main shaft and counting.

[@ritab500]

@@RCautoworks thanks

[@12vLife]

Would you buy a used transmission without a Tag? On a 2019 , would the tags usually metal or stamped and have the VIN on it?

[@leonlawrence7083]

Hey am leon am from Jamaica and am 18 years old,am hearing that 5 speed gearboxes for b18b1 are very expensive so do you sell those gearboxes or if you could send me to someone, am getting a 1993 Acura Integra.

[@xbluntblowin101x8]

Will a input shaft move without gear oil

[@RCautoworks]

Yep

[@matthewcole97]

My transmission mechanic who is reputable is going to source a used one for my 08 accord with a 90 day warranty. Worth it?

[@RCautoworks]

Way to many variables to tell you that. If you have a solid reputation with your mechanic and you trust him then I don't see why it would be am issue.

[@parkers8119]

How exactly did you shift it through the gears, or know which gear is which?

[@RCautoworks]

Gotta think about how the rod twists when you move the shifter inside the vehicle. You can always hook an actually shift linkage up and watch how it works.

[@parkers8119]

@@RCautoworks thanks! I am about to replace the 5 speed in my 1987 accord and there is little information out there and parts are hard to find so I’m swapping a wrecking yard Trannie and hoping for the best! But thanks for your advice I’ll be sure to test it before putting it in 🙏🏻🤞🏻

[@Realofficialdee]

@@parkers8119 was it good bro ?

[@parkers8119]

@@Realofficialdee yeah seems to be, I’m in the process of removing the old transmission. But I tried running it through the gears and it shifted good 👍🏻

[@dylan3657]

is a bit of up and down play on input shaft normal

[@michaelturner7641]

When you order a used transmission online does it come with the torque converter or are you expected to use your old one

[@RCautoworks]

Usually comes with a torque converter attached.

[@cblizay20]

Is the input shaft supposed to spin in every gear? Or just nuetral

[@RCautoworks]

If it didn't spin in gear how would the car move? Yes the input shaft will spin in every gear and you should be able to hear it change gear as you shift it on the bench.

[@raymondzhao9557]

oh cool

[@RCautoworks]

Thank you

[@SuperWishaniggawoods]

Hopefully you’re still here I have a question bud My transmission is locked and doesn’t move when it’s on drive , I’m wondering what the hell is making it do that. I recently got my differential assembly replaced but these idiots did something where there was a leak coming from it , so I was told it has something to do with my transmission. Don’t you just like spending damn near $2k just to leave the mechanic and have them tell you there’s a new problem all of a sudden 🙄 anyways , I’m stuck again. Do you have any clue what makes the transmission get stuck like that? I’ll press on the gas and it doesn’t go anywhere. I can reverse it , and I can only drive it on second gear ⚙️ because drive won’t work Please help!

[@RCautoworks]

What type of vehicle?

[@SuperWishaniggawoods]

@@RCautoworks Chevy avalanche 1500

[@RCautoworks]

@@SuperWishaniggawoods automatic?

[@SuperWishaniggawoods]

@@RCautoworks yes

[@RCautoworks]

@@SuperWishaniggawoods it could be a few things. Find someone that specializes in automatic transmissions. You'll most likely either need a rebuild or it may be less expensive going with a used transmission that comes with some type of warranty. Unfortunately though there is no easy way to specifcally pin point your problem over the internet.

[@gibfkn]

Is Reman Transmission online any good, has anybody use them before?

[@Seeker-vo2tz]

this is just obvious and shouldnt need to be shown. however it would be nice if it was possible to check syncros.

[@BRENDAJASON1]

Why in the world people would leave these transmissions out in the weather a lot of people are looking for these. Some idiot abused the heck out of this one

[@RCautoworks]

Laziness, and or they know they can sell it to someone and they won't crack it open. They'll just hope for the best.

[@BRENDAJASON1]

@@RCautoworks exactly, I been looking for one years and finally found one it’s been in the weather too but don’t show know one’s been in it

[@notchthrowed]

I wanna buy a used transmission online for a mustang is it a good ideal are is it a hassle.

[@RCautoworks]

All depends on who you buy it from

[@209Chuy]

Pick and pull is a good place 137$ OTD

[@darkmachine165]

Does this apply to a automatic transmission as well?

[@RCautoworks]

Not at all

[@omar__0rtega409]

What if it’s a automatic

[@AndToTheRepublic4WhichItStands]

Throw it away

[@aperson4032]

So I I wanted to test the trans while still mated up to the motor in the junkyard could I put it in gear and see if it will spin from the crank?

[@aperson4032]

This is an awesome video, I’m so glad I stumbled upon it by the way.

[@RCautoworks]

You could put it in gear with engine still attached, if the car is on the ground though you will not be able to spin the wheels or course. Over here they have the cars welded to rims on the pinch welds so the wheels are off the ground. If you put it in gear you could spin wheels and listen for anything out of the ordinary

[@aperson4032]

@@RCautoworks you are awesome! Enjoy my subscription and like lol, I’ll be sure to share as well with my other car enthusiast friends lol

[@rogosteve]

Great video, quick question, I did your spin test all my gears seem ok but reverse is weird. When I first put it in, it's like it's locked sometimes, I have to wiggle it back and forth hard and then it will spin. Really hard to move reverse compared to the others. Also it isn't locked everytime I put it in reverse but most times it is. Is this normal? Thank you

[@RCautoworks]

Does not sound normal, I'd take it apart and inspect.

[@joelhundley7706]

One look was enough

[@Realofficialdee]

I have a question, if you see this

[@RCautoworks]

What can I do for you

[@Realofficialdee]

@@RCautoworks is it possible for the transmission to crack after an accident ? And is it possible for engine oil to leak through, just as trans fluid? I replaced the cradle. The engine itself had no damage. But being trans fluid leaked out, i have “ Oil change soon “ popping up on my dash. I had a fresh oil change a few days before my accident

[@Realofficialdee]

I have a 2012 Dodge Charger 5.7 pursuit

[@SanerOne57]

Do you rebuild transmissions as well ?

[@RCautoworks]

Yep

[@SanerOne57]

@@RCautoworks where are you located ? It says South Gate Ca how accurate is that ? If so I’m local and would like to take my transmission to you

[@RCautoworks]

@@SanerOne57 not sure were you're seeing that but we're in Illinois

[@arko2094]

I appreciate this content mf 😡😃😃

[@RCautoworks]

Arko hopefully it helps you out

[@arko2094]

@@RCautoworks 🙏🙏

[@Fordf-td6wq]

mine sounds like that but doesnt stop when i spin it

[@darkreno750]

That’s what he was saying is good

[@cutdifferentcustomgraphics9039]

I have some questions

[@RCautoworks]

?

[@cutdifferentcustomgraphics9039]

My Acura TL 2003 transmission is going.. I’m lookin into buyin a used one, anythin specific to look for? And can you recommend any places I can purchase a good used transmission

[@RCautoworks]

Are you local to us?

[@cutdifferentcustomgraphics9039]

I wish I was 🤦🏼‍♂️ I’m in Pennsylvania

[@RCautoworks]

Unfortunately we don't ship transmissions. Best recommendation is buy somewhere that has a warranty.