Thread: ZF replacement/overhaul options

Originally Posted by steveG

Anyone comment on whether its realistic to replace the torque converter just in an average shed without hoist etc?

Steve

yes it definitely can be done, in the RAVE cd there is a diagram for building a transmission jack adapter out of 6mm steel plate, i will try and get a pic of mine for you, i just changed it around so it could be used with a trolley jack, makes it much easier to manoeuvre the box around getting it in and out

i converted my disco to manual when my auto died, wish i had kept the auto, but funds didnt allow that at the time

i did the whole lot with some jack stands, 2 trolley jacks, the adapter, and i used my hi-lift jack to spread the chassis, it is simpler than it sounds at first

Originally Posted by jazzaD1

yes it definitely can be done, in the RAVE cd there is a diagram for building a transmission jack adapter out of 6mm steel plate, i will try and get a pic of mine for you, i just changed it around so it could be used with a trolley jack, makes it much easier to manoeuvre the box around getting it in and out

i converted my disco to manual when my auto died, wish i had kept the auto, but funds didnt allow that at the time

i did the whole lot with some jack stands, 2 trolley jacks, the adapter, and i used my hi-lift jack to spread the chassis, it is simpler than it sounds at first

Hi Jazza,
You're in Ballarat aren't you? Any chance I could borrow that adapter if you've still got it?
I've had a look at the picture in RAVE and its not too much of a drama to make, but would save me some stuffing round if I could borrow one.

I've pretty much decided just to get the converter fixed and do the removal/refit myself. I found a place in Thomastown that will reco mine for $220 so reckon I'll give it a go. I don't have a hi-lift to spread the chassis, but I'm sure I'll figure something out for that.

Redrover3 - Thanks Tony, good to know others have done it successfully with minimal equipment. My trans seems fine apart from the converter lockup, so I reckon its worth a go. If I can do it myself I'd rather put the $$$ towards a 3rd gear lockup mod than paying someone to remove/refit.

Steve

You think like me
Tony

Originally Posted by steveG

... I don't have a hi-lift to spread the chassis, but I'm sure I'll figure something out for that.

Cut a Left over 90 x 90mm block of pine & cut up 2 slim pine wedges ... Jamb block with 2x wedges between chassis and hit wedges with a gympy ...

Spreads my chassis every time ...

Mike

Thanks Mike - sounds like a plan.

Steve

Finally got a chance to start pulling the trans out this week.
Almost there - but having trouble getting the last couple of bolts at the top of the bellhousing.

Any tips from the experienced?
Is it best to use a spanner from inside the engine bay, or socket and long extension from underneath.
Does it help to drop the rear of the trans down a bit, or better to keep it up high?

Steve

i found it easiest to tackle once i had the transmission lowered a touch, and i used 3 or 4 extension bars on my ratchet to undo them,

Thanks Jazza. I finally got them all undone - what a PITA!!
Think I really needed another couple of 12" extensions so I could just stay back by the rear axle and pretend I had a shotgun
Not looking forward to putting it back together.

Hopefully tonight I'll get it out of the car without dropping it either on myself or the floor.

Steve