Prepping for trans rebuild

[Unavita]

I am reading through the new and old threads on the rebuilding of the trans and especially like the comments of an old salty dog- rebuilders don't replace all the parts with new ones.

I am interested in suggestions for parts and special tools for the job.

 

[gsxr]

@JC220 is The Man for this job.

Main tools I can think of would be the tools to compress the reverse piston springs/plate evenly, and the B1 cover tool. You can fabricate stuff but the actual tools are much nicer. A couple of the B1 cover tools sold on eBay recently, it's spendy from MB. There use to be a nice aftermarket kit with all of the above but I haven't seen it for sale in a few years, I don't know why. These will at least let you take apart all the external stuff for a total re-seal.

There may be additional tools needed for the internal clutch/gear work, I've never been further inside so I'm not sure. I assume you have the "big" factory manual (PDF file) that shows every procedure in detail? It's written for a G-wagen but almost all the info applies to any 722.3 trans.

 

[dionphaneuf]

I've always stayed away from work deep in the guts of the trans myself...felt like there is so much I can do wrong and so many tips/tricks/tools needed to do it right that I'd much sooner just send it to a decent rebuilder. What's pushing you to do this?

 

[Unavita]

@JC220 is The Man for this job.

Main tools I can think of would be the tools to compress the reverse piston springs/plate evenly, and the B1 cover tool. You can fabricate stuff but the actual tools are much nicer. A couple of the B1 cover tools sold on eBay recently, it's spendy from MB. There use to be a nice aftermarket kit with all of the above but I haven't seen it for sale in a few years, I don't know why. These will at least let you take apart all the external stuff for a total re-seal.

There may be additional tools needed for the internal clutch/gear work, I've never been further inside so I'm not sure. I assume you have the "big" factory manual (PDF file) that shows every procedure in detail? It's written for a G-wagen but almost all the info applies to any 722.3 trans.

Yeah I am getting all of it printed out because I hate scrolling. Looking for those tools too!

 

[Duh_Vinci]

There few things I would recommend to review, particularly the K2 drum (this video is very helpful)

As for additional tools, the K1 seal, some recommend the lip-wizard tool, it is very good Transmission Lip Wizard™ Installation Tool I found this way was easier for me

A clutch spring compressor tool, something like this Automatic Transmission Clutch Spring Compressor Removing / Installing Tool Kit | eBay
"Assemblee Goo" to hold in place all those Teflon rings in place https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/BK_...tPvA8p8kmkQSnt6gWdSJRRjj27MDS8BoCW_kQAvD_BwE&

For B1, once transmission is out, this type of long clamp (if you have it), is all I needed to remove the unit (courtesy of rennlist)




Everything else, if you actually thinking of taking transmission out of the car yourself - you should already have, just basic tools, extensions, etc...

Regards,
D

 

[nocfn]

Aunt Bea, just call the man, CALL THE MAN!

 

[JC220]

Apologies for late reply - I did repsond to a PM by the OP and meant to post here after.

Bascially +1 to everything @Duh_Vinci said in his post above! I advise on the same tools. Important thing is to not rush it and take photos of everything - twice.

The PDF Manuals are available in the link below:

I’m considering trying out Transmeister | Transmission and Driveline

My reverse delay has gone from ~1 second to ~2-3 seconds... so I’m thinking it’s time to get that looked at. Did a search here on Ted Reich at Transmeister... found a couple people vouching for him. Any of you have him specifically troubleshoot the 500’s reverse delay? And what was the cost?

www.500eboard.co

Study these front the back first. And Gary Ferreros videos (If I spelled his name correctly) above that Duh Vinci posted are well worth watching.