Cost Estimates & Pricing for My Ford E250 Van Transmission Rebuild / Replacement - 4R70W - 4R100

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  • čas přidán 18. 05. 2023
  • My van transmission is beginning to slip when using reverse. It is time to get some price estimate quotes.
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Komentáře • 144

  • @RLBS61
    @RLBS61 Před rokem +1

    Some time the best talkers can become your worst nightmare.

  • @KatyInNH
    @KatyInNH Před rokem +5

    Great to see you Dave and Bella!

  • @richardbethel6590
    @richardbethel6590 Před rokem +7

    Our van has fewer miles but has a few shifting issues. I added a bottle of Lucas Anti Slip, drove it 200 miles and all is good! You've got nothing to lose (but (12.00)

  • @GarryFishermusic
    @GarryFishermusic Před rokem +3

    You can never spend too much time together and imop she’s worth every second of your time
    Oh and thank you for sharing your sweet pup with us Dave .
    Blessings

  • @sunset1300
    @sunset1300 Před rokem

    Dave, I'm 73. Just did the tranny in my 1977 Dodge B200 van. Tranny jack from Harbor Freight. All the bolts are exposed with engine cover off. Not a big deal 727 Torqueflight. $900. Same guy did my 1977 Chevy C10 pickup with a 700r4 overdrive automatic.$1800 for that with new locking converter, done a little more hi-performance. Works perfect, shifts into overdrive and then the converter locks. Sweet.

  • @kimberlyshalaby1134
    @kimberlyshalaby1134 Před rokem +3

    Enjoyed seeing New Kensington, you, & Bella! Hope everything works out well for you. That transmission is expensive. The yard looks really nice. I hope you & Bella have a good week.

  • @mitzioden4926
    @mitzioden4926 Před rokem +2

    Good luck in your suv hunt! Hope you find what you're looking for.
    Bella is a sweetie, and smart. She's worth the time you spend with her.

  • @truckcampinglife
    @truckcampinglife Před rokem +11

    I had a similar issue and found that my servo pin for reverse was wore. I found a fix kit for about 60 bucks and fixed it myself. Took me about an hour.

    • @sprintcarsandguitars959
      @sprintcarsandguitars959 Před rokem +1

      ya,the fords the servo bushing will wear too. they ream it and install a brass bushing.

  • @lesleyhughes3174
    @lesleyhughes3174 Před rokem +2

    I'm with you. If I ever get that reaction from any business/staff, they won't see me again. They either just don't care or haven't clicked yet, that its losing them business and that's so important, especially now!!

  • @carolhieter3916
    @carolhieter3916 Před rokem +3

    Good to see you, Dave. Wishing you the best in finding a good mechanic & getting your transmission fixed!

  • @billbaxter2914
    @billbaxter2914 Před rokem +1

    Guy number 2 seemed like a good choice. Good luck Dave.

  • @dlmarc2009
    @dlmarc2009 Před rokem +1

    Be mindful about the ford escapes from 2013 to 2021. They have transmission and head gasket issues. If you do get one make sure it has warranty

  • @stevewoods8116
    @stevewoods8116 Před rokem +1

    I think a hybrid would be great for Door dash. Almost no gas.

  • @timestamp.
    @timestamp. Před rokem

    There is no doubt that Bella is one of the best looking CZcamsrs yet.

  • @RVingwithLuck
    @RVingwithLuck Před rokem

    Good luck car shopping. I’m doing the same.

  • @sandibergstrom711
    @sandibergstrom711 Před rokem +4

    Great to see you, we just went through PA this week heading north to Mass. I worked for a similar service Postmates during Covid delivering groceries, great money most days, my daughter did door dash and made great money. Good luck! Great to see Bella, she's such a sweetie.

  • @alphpup3281
    @alphpup3281 Před rokem

    If you get a hybrid model Escape you can tow it behind the RV.

  • @MyassesDragon
    @MyassesDragon Před rokem

    For what it's worth, this is what I would do. Dump Lucas in it, see if it works. Drive the van until the tranny fails, then have it towed in for a rebuild. Don't rebuild until it absolutely necessary.

  • @jaccourt9531
    @jaccourt9531 Před rokem +1

    Yep, it's time to get quotes
    I have been transmission shopping myself. For a buick.

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 Před rokem +1

    😂 🤣 😂 🦌 🦌 🦌

  • @Catlady2012
    @Catlady2012 Před rokem

    It's time to update and get a decent car. The junks are nice but you should have atleast one good vehicle that is dependable.

  • @living2ndchildhood598
    @living2ndchildhood598 Před rokem +1

    The estimate for overhauling the tranny in my E450 shuttle bus is $5200-$5400. My bus has been in the line to get into the shop for 5 weeks.

    • @ConsensusX
      @ConsensusX Před 10 měsíci +2

      Did you ever get it repaired? Total cost?

    • @living2ndchildhood598
      @living2ndchildhood598 Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@ConsensusX yes, it was overhauled for $5,299 and came back with a 3 year warranty minus any racing activities.

  • @lisavalencia6572
    @lisavalencia6572 Před rokem

    Mr. Dave
    Hello,excuse me, Thank you and please. Are words that are becoming non existent. 👍🏻

  • @bambihargrove6499
    @bambihargrove6499 Před rokem

    Beautiful Bella ❤

  • @imtonedeaf1
    @imtonedeaf1 Před rokem

    Trans x transmission additive extendes the miles before total failure if reverse is going out park we're you drive out park only we're can go forwards lol my rambler drove 80.000 miles no reverse

  • @drivesecure2476
    @drivesecure2476 Před rokem +1

    To rebuild that transmission is going to cost 2000 to 2800 and if you do get it done make sure to ask them that they are doing All the updates ie shift kit for thr valve body good luck !!!

  • @cactuscathy5821
    @cactuscathy5821 Před rokem

    Ford Escape had one of first years ago. Ended up having to different years loved the escape🚘

  • @alvinmousseau1100
    @alvinmousseau1100 Před rokem

    Great video

  • @dowd9131955
    @dowd9131955 Před rokem

    Sweet Bella❤

  • @roadtripper5553
    @roadtripper5553 Před rokem

    Good luck

  • @hoss1003
    @hoss1003 Před rokem

    Hey Dave.. Good to see you back..
    When you look up,
    Shyster :
    1 A dishonest person.
    2 A used car salesman
    3 An attorney at Law..

  • @jjoy7
    @jjoy7 Před rokem

    My l2015 Escape is a keeper. Ms Red is chromed out, and easy on burning gas, plenty of room, but can be arranged to haul things as needed. Love it.

  • @cfh4201969
    @cfh4201969 Před rokem

    That's actually not a bad price for that whole job.

  • @NoName-zq6ic
    @NoName-zq6ic Před rokem +1

    My suggestion on the Ford Escape is to stay with the FWD. Study the design on the PTU(power transfer unit) if looking at an AWD model and know how to keep that gear oil changed that only holds 1qt. and is constantly engaged.

  • @danielquinn153
    @danielquinn153 Před rokem

    Dave hang tuff things always fall into place you’ll be driving down thee road and you’ll see a deal in someone’s driveway just keep your eyes open.
    Good luck

  • @billyhendoe4170
    @billyhendoe4170 Před rokem

    That Ford Escape will good for hauling the grand kids around.

  • @Step-n-Wolf
    @Step-n-Wolf Před rokem

    Happy shifting Dave!

  • @craigsenior6190
    @craigsenior6190 Před rokem

    David nowadays people don't just give a damn tells me to go anywhere else then I know the repairs there's no trust where you can decide on take my car in and do what you got to do what's x /😮

  • @grayeagleswolves
    @grayeagleswolves Před rokem +1

    Hey Dave What's going on man I have a suggestion for you that you might want to check out some Auto auctions that might be your best chance to get something

  • @pamhutzell8268
    @pamhutzell8268 Před rokem

    Good luck on car shopping , our had a lot of miles so we bought a new one.

  • @robertfoster6368
    @robertfoster6368 Před rokem

    dave, try a bottle of lucas transmission fix.. heard some good things about it... you dont have anything to lose..

  • @propran7420
    @propran7420 Před rokem

    Make sure your insurance company Offers ride share gap insurance you need it to deliver food.

  • @kelleyrancher
    @kelleyrancher Před rokem

    David was me I would have the transmission fixed but I have to tell you I do have a Ford Escape also and it's fantastic I love it it's 2007 with low mileage four-wheel-drive I just love it

  • @djlhobbies2579
    @djlhobbies2579 Před rokem

    Rebuild it yourself, save a ton of $'s. Bout all you need more then your normal tools is a $50 Harbor Freight bench press if you don't already have one.

  • @markattardo
    @markattardo Před rokem +1

    Good seeing you both. Good luck with the tranny, car shopping and dashing.

  • @lesleyhughes3174
    @lesleyhughes3174 Před rokem +1

    Dave, I just had the alternator done in my Sprinter. $1,150 NZ all up. About 8 mnths ago it was the turbo charger. Slightly below NZ $1,500. I keep getting my transmission serviced and each time I cross my fingers AND toes, that's she'll last me a fair bit longer!!🌞👍. I have some panelbeating coming up and am going to use my insurance, even though those businesses that have given me quotes raise their eyebrows. It's there for a reason !

    • @Step-n-Wolf
      @Step-n-Wolf Před rokem

      Wow! Bought an alternator for $100 and a master ASE mechanic installed it for $125 while I waited.

  • @bboice08
    @bboice08 Před rokem

    Why🎉🎉🎉🎉project Dave!!

  • @140ex5
    @140ex5 Před rokem

    I rebuilt my own transmission in my garage. The hardest part is getting it out and on the bench. Fixing it was pretty straight forward. They only go back together one way. Cost me maybe $600. With upgraded parts. 2006 Ford F-150

  • @craigtarbox3499
    @craigtarbox3499 Před rokem

    OUCH !!!! You wait another year it will be 3700 bucks the way prices are going up ! I just wrote a check yesterday for 6500 for house A/C . Those Ford Escapes are good looking SUV's . Hey Bella !

  • @kbhvt42
    @kbhvt42 Před rokem

    Just had my e450 tranny rebuilt in Jackson, TN. A couple days ago. $6700 but at least they got me in and out while i slept in the parking lot for a couple days. Labor was the expensive part.

  • @davidmurling4252
    @davidmurling4252 Před rokem

    I was watching this video and around the 18-minute and 13 second mark there was a stop sign and you did not stop. Just thought I would point that out.

  • @TheSlotHeads
    @TheSlotHeads Před rokem

    We recently had the transmission rebuilt in the 1985 Dodge B250 van we are restoring, and it was about $2400 to have it done for us.

  • @simms196
    @simms196 Před rokem

    My advice on the Ford AWD is to pay attention to the PTU as soon as you get it. One of our delivery vehicles is a Ford FLEX AWD, excellent car! but the PTU only holds 1 quart of gear oil & needs changed every 30K miles. we never serviced ours & it boiled the fluid into a small blob before it self destroyed @180K miles. Cost was $3100 to replace w new Ford PTU. You're welcome, lol

  • @helpmeretiresoon5972
    @helpmeretiresoon5972 Před rokem

    I'd just have them do the transmission 2k is a very good price.

  • @stevengoldwingnomad5086
    @stevengoldwingnomad5086 Před rokem +4

    Brand New transmission from ford and install it yourself! My 2 cents!😎 Also put a larger deep sump fluid pan on, most come with a bung for adding a temp gauge to keep an eye on temps. Good luck Dave whatever you decide.

  • @lesleyhughes3174
    @lesleyhughes3174 Před rokem

    Bella..'what you starin' at Dad and what's up with those invisible deer and rabbits?' 😁💫

  • @trevorpat-lifeontherun

    👍

  • @darrellbrixey5341
    @darrellbrixey5341 Před rokem +1

    Awesome video Dave, thanks

  • @jonthebru
    @jonthebru Před rokem

    I have been casually looking for a Sienna van to convert into a weekend camper. Man, used car buying is a real trip, you inevitably would be more credible at it than I have been. I like the drives around the area, I wonder how the vehicles that have driven by these rural homes have changed through the years.

  • @wc3443
    @wc3443 Před rokem

  • @imtonedeaf1
    @imtonedeaf1 Před rokem

    If your driving across country go to a national chain transmission shop that a warranty if your in town driver there more choices pick n pull local shop trans from auto zone Napa

  • @kelleyrancher
    @kelleyrancher Před rokem

    Hi Dave I've got a Ford 1999 Ford van very nice but still had Heather transmission rebuilt several years ago $1,700 out of that was a good price

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 Před rokem +13

    Years ago, I went into a diner. I stood there for a long time waiting to be seated. Several people were seated who came in after me. Finally I stared at the hostess until she acknowledged me. "What can I get for you?" I replied, "An oil change. What do you think I've been standing here for, while you seated others who came after me?" I walked out. I instantly felt a deeper appreciation for McDonalds after that.

    • @craigtarbox3499
      @craigtarbox3499 Před rokem +4

      It is satisfying to call a SOB a SOB sometimes .

    • @kele1264
      @kele1264 Před rokem +3

      @@craigtarbox3499 Thank you Craig! Great to see you!

    • @craigtarbox3499
      @craigtarbox3499 Před rokem +2

      @@kele1264 🙂🙂

  • @stephenc2224
    @stephenc2224 Před rokem

    long time subscriber enjoy your and bellas content one thing I know well is doordash and yes perfect job for you because you travel job travels as well. 1st suggestion get a high mpg car best probably toyota prius or a toyota hybrid I will also email you to have more very helpful suggestions thanks steve

  • @alhellebuyck628
    @alhellebuyck628 Před rokem +1

    Watch out for flood cars

  • @weswalker1208
    @weswalker1208 Před rokem

    I love the way you and Bella communicate

  • @williamcochell9889
    @williamcochell9889 Před rokem +4

    Hey Dave, just curious, how much is the van worth with the high mileage? I guess that must be enough for you to do the transmission.

  • @santaclause2875
    @santaclause2875 Před rokem +6

    Was that a stop sign at 18:15? (Giggle giggle !!!) I'd do the second shop for $2,000. That's actually not a bad price for a rebuild these days. I'd be a little cautious of sticking a used unit in there. Been down that road before, it was a disaster. You've got a very nice van there, Dave! One other thing; if you haven't changed the fluid and filter in a while, you could try that with Lucas trans treatment, might make it last a few more years.

    • @danno3497
      @danno3497 Před rokem

      He has probably driven that road often, if you look closely at the sign it said except turning right, there must be lots of accidents for people going left at that Y

  • @TruthSeeker63
    @TruthSeeker63 Před rokem

    If they are telling you 26-$2800.00 at Ford, go for it, their list price for it shows $2998.00 just for transmission and that does not include labor or shipping from what I see!

  • @stevewoods8116
    @stevewoods8116 Před rokem +1

    ??? @ the 18:18 minute. Did you blow through a stop sign???😎

    • @danno3497
      @danno3497 Před rokem +1

      He has probably driven that road often, if you look closely at the sign it said except turning right, there must be lots of accidents for people going left at that Y

  • @Printertrouble
    @Printertrouble Před rokem +2

    I like that patina on the Maverick... I am sure someone will snap that up quick.

  • @jackie6582
    @jackie6582 Před rokem

    🙋‍♀️🌻

  • @michelelynn6914
    @michelelynn6914 Před rokem

    Used car prices are so high right now it's crazy.

  • @kele1264
    @kele1264 Před rokem

    4:30 OMG I want that on the side of my house!!! 😂 🤣 I LOVE IT!

  • @doreenduncan3411
    @doreenduncan3411 Před rokem

    I have a 1995 22' class c that I know needs a transmission coolant line but first I don't even know where to go and 2nd I feel they'll just try to sell me a transmission instead. It only has 76000 miles. She been sitting for 3 years now because I don't what to do.

  • @AngelGonzalez-gg4vc
    @AngelGonzalez-gg4vc Před rokem +1

    Hi Dave and Bella our girl!!! So great to see ya!!! Sorry to hear about transmission on van. However it has done a lot miles. So yes I believe it's a good one. Ours went out at 90.000 I think on our Tahoe and again 5yrs later. Week after warranty expired. Yep. But so so good to see ya 2. I know Bella happy to be home. Where she has that pretty yard to run in. And I know the grand baby is gotten bigger. Is she pulling your hair yet? Your hair looks pretty!!! Well sending lots of hugs and love from nc angie

  • @zackmax7184
    @zackmax7184 Před rokem

    I am hearing that Honda and Toyota are about The Best 2 Brands to Buy right Now.

  • @franklinmoorehartjr
    @franklinmoorehartjr Před rokem

    Why'd you get the Maverick if you weren't going to finish the project I thought you really liked that car I just keep it and use it as a daily driver that was me put that sucker up to the back of the RV when you go vacation and you got something there but I'm the type when I get a project I don't stop I finish it before I decide to sell it good seeing you Dave I hope your dog is well

  • @allenr.schultz5339
    @allenr.schultz5339 Před rokem +1

    Yep I know how you feel. When I was about 13 (?) I helped the old guy next door (in the 50s) by crawling under the cars and loosening all the bolts on the automatics. Over time I learned a lot from that old guy. Now I'm old and I don't want to do that stuff any more. AL

  • @ginaallen3797
    @ginaallen3797 Před rokem +2

    When the trans in my 2003 Honda CRV went out in 2014 at 250,000 I found a 2004 trans with 104,000 on it and since the trans were interchangeable in the 03 & 04 i did a swap. Currently sitting at 318,000 miles and am hoping to make 400,000 before anything major need to be replaced. Since moving to the West Slope of Colorado my yearly mileage has dropped to just over 1000 miles and I am a few months short of 75, so we both could make it to the 400k mark pretty much intact. Looking forward to more Bella and the hunt for a replacement trans and new car for your possible new side work. Peace Out.

  • @motor1200
    @motor1200 Před rokem

    what do you need to get for the maverick

  • @rickmorrow689
    @rickmorrow689 Před rokem

    me ,i would put a reverse solenoid in it .. 235000 miles is nothing.

  • @myaccount227
    @myaccount227 Před rokem

    Have u tried tr150 ? Scotty kilmer recommends

  • @tb-yz1ti
    @tb-yz1ti Před rokem

    Hi Dave ,Bella dog, yeh I hate buying cars ,why is it you don’t see all the little faults with the car till about three or four days after buying it ? Or is that just me? Never mind, yeh it sucks having to fix the van now but it better than being on the road somewhere an not nowing anyone who can fix it at a good price,time, then ,yep rocks an hard spots suck ,anyhow good to see you two cheers 🇦🇺🇺🇸🐕🚐👍✌️🤔

  • @PR-lw2oq
    @PR-lw2oq Před rokem +2

    Dave, try the Lucas transmission treatment as a test and see how it performs. I would love to see the results. I have used it in the past on my 1999 truck. Very happy with it. You may be able to get another 100000 out of it. Please try it. You may be surprised….thanks

  • @johnblanton2326
    @johnblanton2326 Před rokem

    I changed the battery in my wife’s 2017 Ford Escape titanium…wow what a pain in the backside! They should draw and quarter the engineers who designed that crap. It took me 5 hours to get the battery replaced. I ended up breaking the air box mount taking that out to get to the battery. It is a good car so far but it is not like working on anything you have ever seen. I used to work on business jets and they are easy compared to that escape! Just beware they literally have 50 pounds of junk in a 5 pound box. Just look at the battery location under the hood.

    • @NoName-zq6ic
      @NoName-zq6ic Před rokem +1

      Sounds exactly like on the 2018 Ford Focus 5dr Hatchback we bought last month. 17200 miles but being 5 years old i knew a new battery was the first thing to do. Half the battery resides clear back underneath the windshield cowling. At least on the Focus the front of the battery box has 2 release clips to let the front of the box push out forward so you can work the battery towards the front while lifting up on it and getting it to stand on its end to lift it out. Getting the new one in is just as big of a wrestling match, just in reverse order.

  • @stevewoods8116
    @stevewoods8116 Před rokem +1

    Do you really need to go backwards???

  • @Chefsantatravels
    @Chefsantatravels Před rokem +1

    How you feeling Dave? When I had my car lot I could not keep Ford escapes on the lot as soon as I would get one from the auction within days it was sold they're good little cars. I'm looking at a 2002 Ford E350 with the handicap lift on the side door and the raised high roof I can stand up in it at 6 foot with no problem the only bad Peach is I gotta take all the seats out of it I'm gonna test drive it this weekend. I'm just gonna do a quick conversion like you did in the van because I'm gonna be keeping my apartment I'm gonna be on the road part time. Every time I see your maverick and bring back some memories that's what I used to pass my driving test my friend had a 1971302 maverick it was the two-tone blue with the black vinyl roof 2 door automatic it was easy to parallel park because the first time I went I took my dad's Cadillac sedan deville and failed the test because of it I hit the building trying to parallel park so the maverick was way easier anyway stay safe stay strong stay healthy God bless and enjoy life,

  • @ritaosborne9449
    @ritaosborne9449 Před rokem

    I had a 1994 E150 Ford Econoline Camper conversation 84 thousand miles , in 2018 on my way to Ky from Texas, transmission went out in Jackson Tn.,cost was 2300 dollars to rebuild it. Had to stay in hotel 2 nights 😢ouch . Wishing you good luck🤗💕

  • @todd3518
    @todd3518 Před rokem

    hey dave, stay away from the fords (escape,explorer) I'm doing a water pump on a 2015 w 60k, it runs off the timing chain! the dealer gets $2300.00 for that job! ford won't recall them so theres a big lawsuit going on. they all go out early. its the 3.5 liter engine.

  • @zackmax7184
    @zackmax7184 Před rokem

    Sorry about Your Transmission. I helped My Dad put a transmission in a Maverick like Yours years ago and I know that it is a job. I can't walk very Good now, so I wish You The Best.

  • @doreenduncan3411
    @doreenduncan3411 Před rokem

    You don't think he low balled at $2000 but will charge more after do ya?

  • @ssa6655
    @ssa6655 Před rokem +2

    Dave, car insurance is very expensive for door dash. I sell insurance for Uber and Door dash and sometimes $700.00 a month.

  • @ladfromthewoods
    @ladfromthewoods Před rokem

    If it were a Chrysler or Dodge tranny, my first suspicion would be a dirty tranny filter. Does the fluid look dirty, burnt with a burnt smell? I know zero about Fords thankfully. ;) Dodge minivan trannys would chatter once the filters get dirty. Change it out, problem solved.

  • @johnwalsh1903
    @johnwalsh1903 Před rokem

    That's not unreasonable

  • @darrellwampler3882
    @darrellwampler3882 Před rokem +1

    Maybe try some Lucus in your tranny

  • @dutchmiller704
    @dutchmiller704 Před rokem

    Not bad. Here in Oklahoma they wanted $5000 for my 2013

  • @ericd2791
    @ericd2791 Před rokem

    a ues one will work great if you take care of it.

  • @tbirdracefan
    @tbirdracefan Před rokem

    The first place you went to with the "variable pricing" is one to stay away from for sure. It would surely end up actually being a few hundred more than the high estimate. Maybe spend a morning on the phone and call around a little farther from home. Be sure and look at online reviews too.

  • @MrBeeradb1
    @MrBeeradb1 Před rokem

    Your best bet to buying used car is thru a private party.