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05-25-2003, 01:36 AM
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th350 shift problem
my 56f100 has developed a 2-3 shift problem, that is there is no 2-3 shift. 1-2 is fine and there is no slip. In reverse you have to bring the reves up and then the trans drops into reverse, once in if you keep the engine revs reasonable there is no problem but if you let them drop right off you have to get them up again for the trans to drop back into reverse, when in gear it goes like a frieght train, I have been told that it could be the vac modulator and have checked out the shifter, the detent / kick down and all ok. Any help apreciated.
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05-25-2003, 02:11 AM
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First thing I would do is check the modulator. from what you describe that sounds like what it is. Also check to make sure the hose to the modulator is not cracked anywhere and is connected to a good vacuum. Secondly, have you had the tranny apart recently and possibly dropped one of the check balls?
Kevin
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05-25-2003, 04:45 AM
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Ck the fluid. Ck the modulator and rubber hose for good hose and see how old the modulator is and maybe chang it it the hose is good/not cracked or loose and is tight at both ends/no leaks. Change fluid and filter and PRAY you didn't burn the Damn thing up.
Todd  Rat Rods Rule!
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05-25-2003, 05:06 AM
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As you describe your problem; the vacuum modualator as nothing to do with your problem.
A problem with the vacuum modulator such as a bad hose, clogged line or ruptured diaphragm inside the modulator would cause problems with the 1-2 shift also. The problem is with the direct (3rd gear) clutch The direct clutch pack works with the low/reverse clutch pack to create the reverse gear. If you have trouble in 3rd gear and reverse , it is the clutch pack. It is worn out, hard lip seals, or a problem with the sealing rings that is blowing off pressure. The main line pressure of the tranny is boosted in reverse, that is why you can have a weak reverse , but no 3rd gear.  [ May 25, 2003: Message edited by: Crosley ]</p>
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05-25-2003, 11:46 AM
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thanks for the help but I have changed the modulator with no difference and the reverse just hesitates rather than is week, once in the reverse is good. Does anybody know if there could be a valve problem, I have been informed that the 2-3 shift is effected by the valve body / gasket, this is also indicated in Chiltons manuals as the only fault on no 2-3 shift. The trans looks like it has been worked on as the sump gasket looks fresh but I have not had the vehicle long so have no history. the only fault on the whole vehicle is no drop into third, it does not even try to drop afer the 1-2 change. I have tried running the box in all the manual shifter positions and still can only achieve 1-2 and reverse, I have found out recently that the vehicle had been stood for 5yrs prior to my purchase but am asured it was running strong when removed from the road.
Help apreciated. <img src="confused.gif" border="0">
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05-25-2003, 01:02 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by Crosley:
<strong>As you describe your problem; the vacuum modualator as nothing to do with your problem. A problem with the vacuum modulator such as a bad hose, clogged line or ruptured diaphragm inside the modulator would cause problems with the 1-2 shift also. The problem is with the direct (3rd gear) clutch The direct clutch pack works with the low/reverse clutch pack to create the reverse gear. If you have trouble in 3rd gear and reverse , it is the clutch pack. It is worn out, hard lip seals, or a problem with the sealing rings that is blowing off pressure. The main line pressure of the tranny is boosted in reverse, that is why you can have a weak reverse , but no 3rd gear. [ May 25, 2003: Message edited by: Crosley ]</strong><hr></blockquote> I bet it is JUST LIKE CROSLEY SAID......  bailey40ford..........Crosley does this for a living.......listen up..... he knows..... Unlike a lot of people who post here and Guess (which is what I would be doing on a automatic transmission not working question) Crosley will not post unless it is in his range of experience.....or knowledge. .
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05-25-2003, 05:23 PM
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[quote]Originally posted by bailey40ford:
<strong> In reverse you have to bring the reves up and then the trans drops into reverse, once in if you keep the engine revs reasonable there is no problem but if you let them drop right off you have to get them up again for the trans to drop back into reverse, when in gear it goes like a frieght train, </strong><hr></blockquote> =================== If the above does not describe a weak reverse, then I don't know what to call it. <img src="confused.gif" border="0">
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05-25-2003, 06:19 PM
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It seems that the standard answer on this site for almost any problem with a TH350 is a bad modulator. If that doesn't correct the problem, it must be a pluged filter. PEOPLE, if the filter is pluged, you have a serious problem. The only thing to plug the filter in an automatic transmission is parts of that trans. If the filter is pluged and you change it and keep driving(if possible), do it while looking for another trans. You are destroying the one that you have. The modulator will not keep a transmission from engaging! On a TH350, it controls all forward shifts. It has nothing to do with reverse! If you have to rev up the engine for it to engage in reverse, and it engages in 1st, there is a serious problem. It takes considerably higher line pressure for reverse. That is why you are needing to rev it up. If Crosley gives advise, he is doing so to help you. He knows what he is talking about. PAY ATTENTION!
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