Got a rusty supercab 2005 with 223k miles for $1000, and a transmission with only 10k miles on it. Time to find a SuperCrew with a blown transmission to take advantage of 😎😎😎😎😎
Hello. Thank you for explaining all of that. My truck has recently been sabotaged snd I can't get anyone to fix it. I am a 60 year old woman and I am attempting my first transmission and doing it alone.
Hi Lisa! Sorry to hear that. What was sabotaged about the transmission? Also, I have a newer video on how to replace a transmission that has better visuals and more information.
@@TheMinuteMasters can you send me the link for the other video you mentioned. The sabotage is cut hoses and wires and the wiring harness has been changed. Gas lines and other hoses are pinned under intake manifold, etc.. It is a mess. I am decastated.
@@lzwallen123 Wow! That’s incredible. My videos may not help with fuel lines and repairing wiring harnesses, but there might be something to help you out. czcams.com/video/oXcPzexipN4/video.html
Oh, and just a random question: why do you opt not to use a GoPro for tricky two-handed demonstrations? I know you don't want to make the videos long by showing all work, but you seem chagrinned sometimes that you are limited to one-handed demos. I've never used one, and I guess it would mean editing, as people would still want to see your face rather than just hear a voiceover.
Camas I’ve considered getting a GoPro and I think I might just do that. I guess I was always putting GoPro budget toward parts. However, I’m thinking of showing time lapse videos of me work to give a broader sense of how a repair is done.
Camas Thanks Camas! I appreciate that!🤙 Yeah I’ll definitely get one. It may come as no surprise but my channel it monetized and I do get a monthly kick back. I’m not allowed to disclose how much but it’s just enough to get a refurbed current gen go pro or a new older gen. So I’d say you guys have done your part in helping get the necessary funds to get one. Although, I never knew that is what Patreon was used for. I’ve had people tell me to sell merchandise I.e t-shirts, stickers, etc but I didn’t think my channel is sexy enough for that. However consider you recommendation well received and hopefully I’ll be filming next month with a Go Pro.🤙
I'm sorry to drag on, but you have a very large upside potential for monetizing, and that without product placement or even merchandizing. Your videos are highly specific, so you have a small base compared to someone like Chris Fix. However, your presentation skills, awareness of camera use, perception of the viewer's need, and personality mean you could cast about and find broader topics that have a wider audience. It may be your general contracting know-how to give homeowner tips. Or it could be your knowledge of history/religion/design. I can't know that, but you do, and your family and friends know. Whatever it is, your followers would be in the millions if you were to land on that. I used to teach, but I rarely saw such potential, which is why I've stayed after you on this. You enjoy broadcasting. You are easy on the eyes. You are natural in your delivery. Seize on that. Fulfill your calling. You are no doubt successful at project management, but that is a job. This is something you have that others do not. I have no reason to flatter. This is offered as a goad. @@TheMinuteMasters
That’s a good question. I can’t remember exactly. However, I don’t remember having to mark the bolts to know where they went. You can always use a small rod or something to measure the depth of each bell housing bolt hole.
@@TheMinuteMasters I appreciate the reply. I found it online. They go in the dowels. However, now I have another question now. How do you get the fluid pump gear to stop spinning while you try to seat the torque converter. I thought of taking the pump off and packing the pump gear with vaseline so the gear would resist spinning with the converter.
@@TheMinuteMasters I wish they allowed pics… it’s a single metal piece that sits at the top of the transmission all alone around the area near the 3 connectors.. it might has a hose that go over it but on my truck it’s bare and when I pour or start truck trans fluid pours out .. If I was to go under the truck and reach up above the pan it’s right there… apologize for lack of clarification
@@rasheedaustin6064 So there is a piece of metal that holds the middle part of your dip stick tube. Without it, the tube won’t stay seated. That would explain why fluid leaks out when you start it or try to fill it up. That plate is held in place by two of the transmission bell house bolts.
That’s the funny thing. When I started working on the truck, I put it on neutral. After I installed the new tranny, for some reason the shifter in the car was on drive. So I put it back on neutral but still the same. Could it be the neutral safety switch is no in the correct position
How much fluid did you prime the torc converter with and how much does it take all together to refill the transmission? Great video.. I am going to tackle my Lightning soon
I put two quarts of fluid in the converter which seems to be the standard. The transmission as a whole, I think takes 12-14. In all honesty, I just fill the transmission until the dip stick reads the correct level. You should be safe with 12-14. Though. Even if you are still a bit short, you will have enough fluid to get to an auto parts store. If you have too much you can return it or keep it one a shelf for a future change.
Definitely a long shot question for sure. I don’t even think I have a thread sizer big enough to size the bolts. I’ll say this, if we’re just going to guess. I would figure it to be a metric bolts. Probably a 1.75 or 2.0 metric thread pitch. The pick up a M12 or M14 as a test bolt. The longer bolts are probably 2.5 to 3 inches long.
Was there anything you did that went wrong . my problem is the torque. Converter. How do we know when it in right does it has to free spin when attatched ??
Nope, I’ve now put at least 40k on the transmission. Still works like a charm and I’ve towed a trailer a 1000 miles twice. You’ll know the torque converter is all the way on both shafts when the TQ doesn’t stick out past the bell housing. When it fits over the first shaft it will stick out too far.
Thank you for your reply. The driveshaft is not installed. I can’t turn the torque converter because it has 4 bolts that’s go into the flywheel. The tc spun freely before I installed the transmission. And all 4 bolts came through the holes on the flywheel. Does it have do to anything with the transfer case being installed? If the tc was not seats right, the transmission would have not lined up correctly. I’m stuck and trying to figure out what went wrong
sargon khabeer Ok, yeah your transfer case could have something to do with it. If the tc lined up with the flywheel and the bell housing bolts installed. Then it should be mated properly. You tried putting a socket on the crankshaft bolt on the front of the engine and turned the crank shaft?
Kirsten Ott Yes, you will definitely need to torque bolts. A good repair manual will have torque specs. I used this manual: Ford AOD Transmissions:... www.amazon.com/dp/1613251149?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share I’m pretty sure it had all the torque specs. You can also buy a Haynes manual from any auto parts store and they have torque specs at the beginning of each chapter.
🔧The Minute Masters=🔧 WHAT ARE THE ABSOLUTE " MUST - DOs - And - MUST DONT's* regarding installing a transmission in general and/or a transmission for a Ford Explorer Sports Trac? 🔧(thanks)🔧
also this tip was appreciated : TIP: Fill up your transmission with as much fluid as it can take, Turn on Your Truck Shift it Through All of Its' Gears *to help get the fluid through the transmission* , Then Check the Dipstick While it's hot, and add more as you need it, once it is at the right level, take it for a trip around the block, re check the level to decide if you need to add more
1 - Don’t force any bolts and risk cross threading 2 - Don’t over torque any bolts and be sure to apply the proper torque spec 3 - Use the correct transmission fluid. Fords are sensitive to fluids. Mercon V for most of the older truck transmissions. 4 - Make sure the torque converter fits over both shafts. They call it the double clunk. It should slide on and stop. It won’t be completely on. Then spin it and it should slide on a little more. 5 - Don’t over fill fluid 6 - Replace filter and gasket while doing transmission install. 7 - Don’t reuse old fluid.
@@TheMinuteMasters 🔧Thanks So Much🔧 but for Number 4 - (4.) You mention, "It won't be completely on" did you mean to say: *(A.)* IF it wont fit on *(OR)* Were you saying that, *(B.)* from your experience that the torque converter/aka/double clunk USUALLY doesn't fit from your previous experience ? And that if and when it doesn't fit completely JUST Spin and it should slide on more?
@@internationalintellectcrow2865 If you bought the proper torque converter it will fit on. It has two different shafts it needs to slide onto. Hence he double clunk.
Honestly I don't know the actual science behind the reason doing it other than there's so much torque that that nub can move around ever-so-slightly inside of its resting place. From the Ford forum I was told that it is extremely important to make sure that it is greased. I don't believe that it's going to be detrimental in any way shape or form, just sharing a little tip that was given. 😉 I just got my 4R75E back into my 05 e250 and should have the trans cooler and driveline hooked up today and able to test drive it. Nervous, I am! But I gave it all the upgrades bells and whistles I could do. 🤞 Congratulations on your success!!! Definitely and involved process, but less intense than I thought it would be! Thanks again for the video. I watched... it feels like dozens to get all the info I could. Transmission bench is AMAZING! Rock on....
@@phreezown2862 Gotcha, I’ll remember that for when I take the transmission for a 4x4 swap. Thanks man!🤙 I’m glad this video helped you out and you enjoyed it! I totally get it. There is something nerve racking about firing up a truck after you have removed and installed something as important and integral as the transmission.
Rent a transmission jack. I removed/reinstalled a Ford C4 transmission in my 58 Ranchero on my back in the driveway. Talk about bench pressing. Could have really wrecked myself.
I own a transmission jack. I just couldn’t get it under the frame with the transmission on it. I’ll have to come up with a better system if I do this again. But yeah, that’s some bench pressing! It’s good you’re ok!🤙
I'm thinking if I remove the trans mount and loosen the engine mounts I can get it to tip back enough to do it that way...... Makes me wonder how they put 5.0s out of these explorers into Ford rangers
Is it a Ford transmission? This year of Ford Transmission recommends a Mercon V fluid which is synthetic. When in doubt, call FMX and see what they recommend.
Got a question. Just finished installing my rebuilt trans on 2004 f150. Everything went smooth but I can’t turn the crankshaft to get to the other tc bolts.
sargon khabeer the crankshaft should turn. If not, turn the torque converter. If the drive shaft is in place you’ll have to either jack up the rear or remove the drive shaft.
I have replaced the tie rod ends before and I never filmed it. The drag link steering assembly is actually very easy to replace. Buy the proper tools to press the tie rods ends out.
@@TheMinuteMasters that’s man. Yeah I’ll buy a basic brand… can’t afford what MOOG has to offer honestly, at 600$ but it seems pretty simple, everytime I turn it squeaks but seems fairly simple to install
@@willwork2fish261 Yup! Every piece in the drag link steering, you can buy separately. In your case, you can buy the tie rods by themselves. You press the tie rod ends out of the wheel hubs and then unscrew them from the adjuster sleeves.
Marcos Perez I don’t think so considering isn’t not a fully closed system like coolant. However, you could in theory disconnect one of the coolant lines and run everything until it’s a solid flow of fluid.
@@TheMinuteMasters thanks, so after I got it installed and everything. I went to test the heat to make sure it shifted smoothly. Then I put it in reverse and back it up a few feet then shut it off cause I had to move a few more things, and when I started it back up to move it, it didn’t move at all.
Hey man I’m wondering going give a hand to a friend swap is tranis and engine can you pull the all think by the engine bay ? Sorry for my English I’m French
Nicolas Massicotte No worries about your English!👍 Yes, you can. You will need to remove the hood and make sure the engine hoist can lift the engine and trans high enough to get it out. It is not an easy job but it can be done. I removed both a straight six cylinder engine and trans out of an F100 (same size as an F150.) We used a balancer and we removed the two front wheels from the truck. Then lowered the whole front end. This gave us enough clearance to hoist the whole assembly out at an angle. Hope this helps!
Brent Bahe Sounds like your torque converter isn’t transferring power or your transmission pump isn’t pushing fluid. Make sure your fluid is at the correct level.
Ashley .Nicole If I remember correctly. I think it took me around 3 hours. When I set out to do a project like this. I set aside a whole day to be safe. However, you can definitely do an install in a morning or in an afternoon. Definitely faster with my people.
Ashley .Nicole Yeah no! Lol Not that long. One day I removed my transmission and set it up on a work table. The next day I took it apart and rebuilt it. The third day I installed the transmission. My brother and I swapped a transmission in a Chevy 3500 van and that took us 4-5 hours. So as I mentioned, this is the original transmission that I had someone rebuild. Several thousand miles later the over drive band burnt out. So I rebuilt it myself.
What’s your Snapchat name I really want to see the truck running? I showed this video to my dad and he said you make it look easy so he’s going to try to tear his down too. Hopefully he don’t mess it up lol.
I know this isn't transmission related but I got a 95 f150 5.0. Drives great but when I'm having a hard time starting the truck. I have good fuel pressure and I just replaced the regulator. The fuel leak down test did show that it was losing fuel pressure after it primed. Any ideas? Leaking injector?
Jakestarr1723 Unfortunately, multiple things can cause hard starting. I usually start by eliminating cheap variables. Make sure each part of the fuel, ignition, and air system is working. Here’s some suspects: I’m not sure if these trucks have a fuel pressure regular/check valve. If they do, I would check that. Make sure the fuel filter is new. They are cheap and can cause problems. Visually check the injectors and make sure nothing is leaking. If necessary (and it’s takes some time) remove the injectors and have them cleaned. The last thing you can do, is test the vacuum of the engine. They sell vacuum test gauges at any parts store. Hook it up to and vacuum line on the engine.
Jakestarr1723 Right my fault man. I should have told ya to check the codes. That would cause the problem. The solenoid probably caused a vacuum leak, which in turn caused the hard starting.
So why would you not make a video of you actually doing it I mean how do we know you actually didn't have two or three other guys come in and do it or something you said you're just going to tell us how to do it and that's it and then it's done wow
That’s a good point. However, you’ll just have to trust me. I’ve done all of this work by myself. Unfortunately, I don’t have friends who like working in old trucks. So I work, video, and edit everyone myself. If I had a second or third person I’d have awesome camera angles showing all the work.
@@TheMinuteMasters ever heard of video editing? Maybe people just want to see the easiest way to line up the splines? You just showed someone how to do everything BUT install the actual transmission. Step it up homie
Joseph Redd Trust me there would still be a lot of footage. Anyhow, do you need to know how to line up the splines of the torque converter with the actually shaft coming out of the transmission?
It could have been a great video if you had included the ACTUAL work WHILE putting it in. What's the point of just pointing your finger at things and saying it has to be this, this, and that? ...
Okay so I'll watch your video against OU you allowing you just going to pick that transmission up and stick it up there and that's why you need to workout I'm calling BS on that dude that's some straight up BS Bubba U full of it dude
A drained auto trans without the torque converter is not that heavy. A bag of Quik-crete concrete mix at Home Depot weights 90 pounds. I can lift two bags for a short distance. So yes, I did lift the transmission up onto the table to work on it. There is 24 lbs of transmission fluid and about 25 pounds for the TQ, that’s 49 less pounds I need to lift. Again, you can choice to trust an Eagle Scout class of 2010 or just pretend I’m BSing 1 million viewers.
Got a rusty supercab 2005 with 223k miles for $1000, and a transmission with only 10k miles on it. Time to find a SuperCrew with a blown transmission to take advantage of 😎😎😎😎😎
You can spin you fly wheel woth a pry bar st the bottom if you take of the Inspection cover. Just a little tip for lining up converter n flywheel
Good tip!
You left out the most important part, which made me click to watch the video. The actual demonstration of how to put up transmission 🤦♂️
I have a never video with better detail. Check that one out and let me know what you think.
This video is more helpful to me than you could ever know, thank you
Glad to hear it man!🤙
Doug Demuros younger brother is a mechanic 😁
Hello. Thank you for explaining all of that. My truck has recently been sabotaged snd I can't get anyone to fix it. I am a 60 year old woman and I am attempting my first transmission and doing it alone.
Hi Lisa! Sorry to hear that. What was sabotaged about the transmission?
Also, I have a newer video on how to replace a transmission that has better visuals and more information.
@@TheMinuteMasters can you send me the link for the other video you mentioned. The sabotage is cut hoses and wires and the wiring harness has been changed. Gas lines and other hoses are pinned under intake manifold, etc.. It is a mess. I am decastated.
@@lzwallen123 Wow! That’s incredible. My videos may not help with fuel lines and repairing wiring harnesses, but there might be something to help you out.
czcams.com/video/oXcPzexipN4/video.html
I am going to try mine this weekend, I liked your explanations and pointing, nice instructions
Jacob Wade Hell yeah! Just take your time and keep the music jamming!🤙 Good luck!
Stevie, it occurs to me, you might want to use a laser pointer when indicating remote things in your nether regions, for clarity. Good video as ever.
Oh, and just a random question: why do you opt not to use a GoPro for tricky two-handed demonstrations? I know you don't want to make the videos long by showing all work, but you seem chagrinned sometimes that you are limited to one-handed demos. I've never used one, and I guess it would mean editing, as people would still want to see your face rather than just hear a voiceover.
Camas That’s a good idea and I can definitely do that. It’s pretty dark under the truck and transmission work is definitely hard to see.
Camas I’ve considered getting a GoPro and I think I might just do that. I guess I was always putting GoPro budget toward parts. However, I’m thinking of showing time lapse videos of me work to give a broader sense of how a repair is done.
Camas Thanks Camas! I appreciate that!🤙 Yeah I’ll definitely get one. It may come as no surprise but my channel it monetized and I do get a monthly kick back. I’m not allowed to disclose how much but it’s just enough to get a refurbed current gen go pro or a new older gen. So I’d say you guys have done your part in helping get the necessary funds to get one. Although, I never knew that is what Patreon was used for. I’ve had people tell me to sell merchandise I.e t-shirts, stickers, etc but I didn’t think my channel is sexy enough for that.
However consider you recommendation well received and hopefully I’ll be filming next month with a Go Pro.🤙
I'm sorry to drag on, but you have a very large upside potential for monetizing, and that without product placement or even merchandizing. Your videos are highly specific, so you have a small base compared to someone like Chris Fix. However, your presentation skills, awareness of camera use, perception of the viewer's need, and personality mean you could cast about and find broader topics that have a wider audience.
It may be your general contracting know-how to give homeowner tips. Or it could be your knowledge of history/religion/design. I can't know that, but you do, and your family and friends know. Whatever it is, your followers would be in the millions if you were to land on that. I used to teach, but I rarely saw such potential, which is why I've stayed after you on this. You enjoy broadcasting. You are easy on the eyes. You are natural in your delivery. Seize on that. Fulfill your calling. You are no doubt successful at project management, but that is a job. This is something you have that others do not.
I have no reason to flatter. This is offered as a goad. @@TheMinuteMasters
Looks like front pump been replaced and or seal been replaced before replacing in transmission
Yes, I had this transmission rebuilt less than a year prior.
Probably a long shot but…do you happen to remember where the longer bell housing bolts go?
That’s a good question. I can’t remember exactly. However, I don’t remember having to mark the bolts to know where they went. You can always use a small rod or something to measure the depth of each bell housing bolt hole.
@@TheMinuteMasters that’s a good idea I’ll do that! Worst case scenario I use the cancel out method🤣 thanks for the help!
Where do the two long Bell Housing bolts go? I didn't realize there were different sizes when I was talking them off
Good question! I don’t know off hand. It may take a little trial and error.
@@TheMinuteMasters I appreciate the reply. I found it online. They go in the dowels. However, now I have another question now. How do you get the fluid pump gear to stop spinning while you try to seat the torque converter. I thought of taking the pump off and packing the pump gear with vaseline so the gear would resist spinning with the converter.
@@KP-qh8je Oh good!
I don’t have a solution for that. I just kept spinning the TC until it double clunked into place.
Great video but it’s a piece on the top next to those 3 connectors u showed… where is the hose that connects ?
Are you referring to be almost 1 inch in diameter black hose?
@@TheMinuteMasters I wish they allowed pics… it’s a single metal piece that sits at the top of the transmission all alone around the area near the 3 connectors.. it might has a hose that go over it but on my truck it’s bare and when I pour or start truck trans fluid pours out .. If I was to go under the truck and reach up above the pan it’s right there… apologize for lack of clarification
@@rasheedaustin6064 So there is a piece of metal that holds the middle part of your dip stick tube. Without it, the tube won’t stay seated. That would explain why fluid leaks out when you start it or try to fill it up. That plate is held in place by two of the transmission bell house bolts.
That’s the funny thing. When I started working on the truck, I put it on neutral. After I installed the new tranny, for some reason the shifter in the car was on drive. So I put it back on neutral but still the same. Could it be the neutral safety switch is no in the correct position
sargon khabeer that’s weird. It should stay in place. The switch/adjuster is on the side of the trans.
How much fluid did you prime the torc converter with and how much does it take all together to refill the transmission? Great video.. I am going to tackle my Lightning soon
I put two quarts of fluid in the converter which seems to be the standard. The transmission as a whole, I think takes 12-14. In all honesty, I just fill the transmission until the dip stick reads the correct level. You should be safe with 12-14. Though. Even if you are still a bit short, you will have enough fluid to get to an auto parts store. If you have too much you can return it or keep it one a shelf for a future change.
What type of trans. is in your lightening
It'll take a case to fill it, converter and all from dry.
Thank you!!!! Been searching for this video. And I can actually understand you lol
Thomas Kimball No problem! 🤙 I’m glad it helped ya out! Thanks for watching!
awesome video. buying a rebuilt transmission for my 92f150 soon and going to try and put it myself :)
Thanks Jason! Hell yeah! I’d swap a transmission any day to make a good truck.🤙
Hey long shot but it would help massively. I've misplaced my bolts. 4r70w going onto the back of 4.6L, any idea on sizes?
Definitely a long shot question for sure. I don’t even think I have a thread sizer big enough to size the bolts.
I’ll say this, if we’re just going to guess. I would figure it to be a metric bolts. Probably a 1.75 or 2.0 metric thread pitch. The pick up a M12 or M14 as a test bolt. The longer bolts are probably 2.5 to 3 inches long.
Go to a junkyard and remove the necessary hardware. Don't misplace them.
Was there anything you did that went wrong . my problem is the torque. Converter. How do we know when it in right does it has to free spin when attatched ??
Nope, I’ve now put at least 40k on the transmission. Still works like a charm and I’ve towed a trailer a 1000 miles twice.
You’ll know the torque converter is all the way on both shafts when the TQ doesn’t stick out past the bell housing. When it fits over the first shaft it will stick out too far.
Hey Steve i installed my transmission, but it won’t shift into gears - it’s an automatic everything looks good but won’t Shift - Any advice?
Is your transmission fluid at the correct level? Does your actually shifter move and does it feel like the linkage is working?
I'm having exact same problem! And my shifter won't move
Thank you for your reply. The driveshaft is not installed. I can’t turn the torque converter because it has 4 bolts that’s go into the flywheel. The tc spun freely before I installed the transmission. And all 4 bolts came through the holes on the flywheel. Does it have do to anything with the transfer case being installed? If the tc was not seats right, the transmission would have not lined up correctly. I’m stuck and trying to figure out what went wrong
sargon khabeer Ok, yeah your transfer case could have something to do with it. If the tc lined up with the flywheel and the bell housing bolts installed. Then it should be mated properly. You tried putting a socket on the crankshaft bolt on the front of the engine and turned the crank shaft?
@@TheMinuteMasters Steve. if you are still in PA ... anyway to contact you?
@@leebenjamin3184 Hi Lee! I don’t live in PA anymore. I moved to Iowa this passed December.
Do you have to torque any bolts? I’m looking for torque specs.
Kirsten Ott Yes, you will definitely need to torque bolts. A good repair manual will have torque specs. I used this manual:
Ford AOD Transmissions:... www.amazon.com/dp/1613251149?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I’m pretty sure it had all the torque specs. You can also buy a Haynes manual from any auto parts store and they have torque specs at the beginning of each chapter.
🔧The Minute Masters=🔧 WHAT ARE THE ABSOLUTE " MUST - DOs - And - MUST DONT's* regarding installing a transmission in general and/or a transmission for a Ford Explorer Sports Trac? 🔧(thanks)🔧
also this tip was appreciated : TIP:
Fill up your transmission with as much fluid as it can take, Turn on Your Truck Shift it Through All of Its' Gears *to help get the fluid through the transmission* , Then Check the Dipstick While it's hot, and add more as you need it, once it is at the right level, take it for a trip around the block, re check the level to decide if you need to add more
1 - Don’t force any bolts and risk cross threading
2 - Don’t over torque any bolts and be sure to apply the proper torque spec
3 - Use the correct transmission fluid. Fords are sensitive to fluids. Mercon V for most of the older truck transmissions.
4 - Make sure the torque converter fits over both shafts. They call it the double clunk. It should slide on and stop. It won’t be completely on. Then spin it and it should slide on a little more.
5 - Don’t over fill fluid
6 - Replace filter and gasket while doing transmission install.
7 - Don’t reuse old fluid.
@@TheMinuteMasters 🔧Thanks So Much🔧 but for Number 4 - (4.) You mention, "It won't be completely on" did you mean to say: *(A.)* IF it wont fit on *(OR)* Were you saying that, *(B.)* from your experience that the torque converter/aka/double clunk USUALLY doesn't fit from your previous experience ? And that if and when it doesn't fit completely JUST Spin and it should slide on more?
@@internationalintellectcrow2865 If you bought the proper torque converter it will fit on. It has two different shafts it needs to slide onto. Hence he double clunk.
Do tell me you forgot to grease the nub on the front of the torque converter? (Crank side) very important. 😉
What does the greasing do?
Honestly I don't know the actual science behind the reason doing it other than there's so much torque that that nub can move around ever-so-slightly inside of its resting place. From the Ford forum I was told that it is extremely important to make sure that it is greased. I don't believe that it's going to be detrimental in any way shape or form, just sharing a little tip that was given. 😉 I just got my 4R75E back into my 05 e250 and should have the trans cooler and driveline hooked up today and able to test drive it. Nervous, I am! But I gave it all the upgrades bells and whistles I could do. 🤞 Congratulations on your success!!! Definitely and involved process, but less intense than I thought it would be! Thanks again for the video. I watched... it feels like dozens to get all the info I could. Transmission bench is AMAZING! Rock on....
@@phreezown2862 Gotcha, I’ll remember that for when I take the transmission for a 4x4 swap.
Thanks man!🤙 I’m glad this video helped you out and you enjoyed it!
I totally get it. There is something nerve racking about firing up a truck after you have removed and installed something as important and integral as the transmission.
Rent a transmission jack. I removed/reinstalled a Ford C4 transmission in my 58 Ranchero on my back in the driveway. Talk about bench pressing. Could have really wrecked myself.
I own a transmission jack. I just couldn’t get it under the frame with the transmission on it. I’ll have to come up with a better system if I do this again.
But yeah, that’s some bench pressing! It’s good you’re ok!🤙
@@TheMinuteMasters Except for the 2" dent in my forehead......
@@billsixx Ouch!!😳 Was this recent??
@@TheMinuteMasters I think it was last week. I can't remember - www.reddit.com/r/WTF/comments/2f65a6/head_injury/
@@billsixx So that’s what you think your head looks like?
Where did you get your replacement transmission?
I rebuild the original transmission.
How do you know if torque converter and flex plate are aligned.
There are bolts protruding on the TC that go through the flex plate
Fixin to undergo this process myself on a 97 Ford explorer 5.0 my issue is my top to bolts are inches from the firewall no room at all
Dustin Miller Nice!! Can you get at the bolts using my method. Several long extensions from the tail end of the trans forward?
I'm thinking if I remove the trans mount and loosen the engine mounts I can get it to tip back enough to do it that way...... Makes me wonder how they put 5.0s out of these explorers into Ford rangers
Dustin Miller That should work! I know right! Lol I marvel at guys who can stuff big engines into small vehicles.
Ford did it factor with the explorers explorer and ranger share the same frame and the engine bays are almost the same size it's kinda ridiculous
Dustin Miller I didn’t know! Leave it to Ford to find away.
I know this an older video post but what trans fluid would you recommend for a freshly rebuilt FMX trans?
Is it a Ford transmission? This year of Ford Transmission recommends a Mercon V fluid which is synthetic. When in doubt, call FMX and see what they recommend.
It is a Ford trans, the older series C4,C6, and FMX all auto.
@@ralphbabusci2666 I believe the C6 and C4 took regular trans fluid, but I can’t imagine a synthetic wouldn’t work.
You need headders, I am about to do this same job....yaaaay😂😂
I know! I’d love to install a nice set of shorty headers but it seems like a lot of aftermarket headers leak.
Good luck man!🤙
I got a set on eBay ,so far so good they were for a 5.0 mustang but with some coaxing they fit like a glove.
@@JoeRocket-sf6qs Nice! How long have you had them on?
Yes I did. I can’t turn the crankshaft.
sargon khabeer that’s weird. The crankshaft should turn. Is the trans in neutral?
Great video, but please get some led lights and a laser pointer.
Thanks man!🤙 You should check out my most recent transmission install video. The lighting is much better. A laser pointer is a good idea though.
@@TheMinuteMasters You have given me the confidence to tackle a Ford Ranger automatic swap. Thanks!!
Got a question. Just finished installing my rebuilt trans on 2004 f150. Everything went smooth but I can’t turn the crankshaft to get to the other tc bolts.
sargon khabeer the crankshaft should turn. If not, turn the torque converter. If the drive shaft is in place you’ll have to either jack up the rear or remove the drive shaft.
Have you done the linkage up front of the truck before with the tie rods? I need to tackle that soon
I have replaced the tie rod ends before and I never filmed it. The drag link steering assembly is actually very easy to replace. Buy the proper tools to press the tie rods ends out.
@@TheMinuteMasters that’s man. Yeah I’ll buy a basic brand… can’t afford what MOOG has to offer honestly, at 600$ but it seems pretty simple, everytime I turn it squeaks but seems fairly simple to install
@@willwork2fish261 No problem man!🤙 yeah definitely easy to install. It’s also worth trying to wiggle them and see if there’s excessive play.
@@TheMinuteMasters is there a way to just repair them instead of buying the whole thing?
@@willwork2fish261 Yup! Every piece in the drag link steering, you can buy separately. In your case, you can buy the tie rods by themselves. You press the tie rod ends out of the wheel hubs and then unscrew them from the adjuster sleeves.
is it true that you have to take the are out of a transmission after you take it off an install it because the coolent line get air
Marcos Perez I don’t think so considering isn’t not a fully closed system like coolant. However, you could in theory disconnect one of the coolant lines and run everything until it’s a solid flow of fluid.
How to Install a Transmission by Yourself in One Day | Ford F150
Does this transmission have any ground wires beside the starter?
Francisco Sanchez Not that I’m aware of. I just put thinks back the way I found them.
Can you maybe help me with a problem I’m having after installing a factory rebuilt transmission in my f150?
Sure! What do you need help with?
@@TheMinuteMasters thanks, so after I got it installed and everything. I went to test the heat to make sure it shifted smoothly. Then I put it in reverse and back it up a few feet then shut it off cause I had to move a few more things, and when I started it back up to move it, it didn’t move at all.
@@Shane_B46 did u put transmission fluid in??
@@nemesisnta9333 the rebuilt tranny ended up being bad.
Hey man I’m wondering going give a hand to a friend swap is tranis and engine can you pull the all think by the engine bay ? Sorry for my English I’m French
Nicolas Massicotte No worries about your English!👍 Yes, you can. You will need to remove the hood and make sure the engine hoist can lift the engine and trans high enough to get it out. It is not an easy job but it can be done. I removed both a straight six cylinder engine and trans out of an F100 (same size as an F150.) We used a balancer and we removed the two front wheels from the truck. Then lowered the whole front end. This gave us enough clearance to hoist the whole assembly out at an angle. Hope this helps!
Ok sweet man thanks
Pull negative cable off batteries bro first always leave pos connected
Jon A Guilty as charged! I do forget sometimes until a reach an electrical portion of the work.
So no limp mode problem after starting up??
Brent Bahe Nope! All back to normal!🤙
That's good to hear I'll hafta 2x my linkages n fluids then, I got high rpms, little movement
Brent Bahe Sounds like your torque converter isn’t transferring power or your transmission pump isn’t pushing fluid. Make sure your fluid is at the correct level.
Always put lube on it never put it in dry lol
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thank you !
Loreto Camo No problem man!🤙
Thanks for thr video
aaron ackbar aka sjmorgan No problem! Glad you liked it!
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you are way cute dude ! guess u already know that !
How long did it take you to put it in Sir!
King Walker I think it took less than an hour. Probably like 45 minutes.
GM torque converter with bolts is so much easier, Those studs on the torque converter make this install a bunch of bullshit
I’ve pulled a trans from a Chevy express 3500 and I thought it had the same stud and nut setup.
How long did the entire install take?
Ashley .Nicole If I remember correctly. I think it took me around 3 hours. When I set out to do a project like this. I set aside a whole day to be safe. However, you can definitely do an install in a morning or in an afternoon. Definitely faster with my people.
The Minute Masters thank you:)
I was thinking it would take 2-3 days. Thank God🙌
Also, where did you get your transmission from?
Ashley .Nicole Yeah no! Lol Not that long. One day I removed my transmission and set it up on a work table. The next day I took it apart and rebuilt it. The third day I installed the transmission. My brother and I swapped a transmission in a Chevy 3500 van and that took us 4-5 hours. So as I mentioned, this is the original transmission that I had someone rebuild. Several thousand miles later the over drive band burnt out. So I rebuilt it myself.
The Minute Masters that is really GENIUS😮! I will show my uncle this video along with your others and we will see what we can do
Ashley .Nicole Awesome! Good luck!!👍
Not being able to see what you do doesn't help a person out
I have a newer video with better footage of me doing the actual work. Check it out and tell me what you think.
Thanks I'm getting ready to do one and need the help
Lock tite on these?
Which ones?
@@TheMinuteMasters Bell housing
@@whiskeybuilder6335 No loctite needed
Look up all the the correct Torque Specs for this job via my easy to use app: play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.torqueright
Torque Right What The Torque Thanks man! This will be a great help for future projects!
Sweet! I just launched it. No idea if it's going to be a success or not, but I'm going to give it a good effort for at least a year.
Torque Right What The Torque It’s a start and I’d hang with it! It took me a couple of years to get this channel rolling.
What’s your Snapchat name I really want to see the truck running? I showed this video to my dad and he said you make it look easy so he’s going to try to tear his down too. Hopefully he don’t mess it up lol.
Anevaeh Chisholm mm-treacy. Haha! Maybe a little but I think it really is that straightforward. He’ll be just fine. 🤙
I know this isn't transmission related but I got a 95 f150 5.0. Drives great but when I'm having a hard time starting the truck. I have good fuel pressure and I just replaced the regulator. The fuel leak down test did show that it was losing fuel pressure after it primed. Any ideas? Leaking injector?
Jakestarr1723 Unfortunately, multiple things can cause hard starting. I usually start by eliminating cheap variables. Make sure each part of the fuel, ignition, and air system is working.
Here’s some suspects:
I’m not sure if these trucks have a fuel pressure regular/check valve. If they do, I would check that. Make sure the fuel filter is new. They are cheap and can cause problems. Visually check the injectors and make sure nothing is leaking. If necessary (and it’s takes some time) remove the injectors and have them cleaned. The last thing you can do, is test the vacuum of the engine. They sell vacuum test gauges at any parts store. Hook it up to and vacuum line on the engine.
The Minute Masters thanks
Jakestarr1723 No problem man! Let me know how it goes!
The Minute Masters turns out it was the vapor purge solenoid had failed. I was able to use the paper clip method and read the codes.
Jakestarr1723 Right my fault man. I should have told ya to check the codes. That would cause the problem. The solenoid probably caused a vacuum leak, which in turn caused the hard starting.
So why would you not make a video of you actually doing it I mean how do we know you actually didn't have two or three other guys come in and do it or something you said you're just going to tell us how to do it and that's it and then it's done wow
That’s a good point. However, you’ll just have to trust me. I’ve done all of this work by myself. Unfortunately, I don’t have friends who like working in old trucks. So I work, video, and edit everyone myself. If I had a second or third person I’d have awesome camera angles showing all the work.
After all that you didn't even show the truck driving. Smh
This is true but if you watch any of my recent videos, I’m still driving this truck and I put 60,000 more miles on it.🤙
Not allowed to watch you work ? But I guess that's not really a transmission install video?
If you want to watch a several hour long video that you would have to forward to get to the good parts, then you can watch me work.
@@TheMinuteMasters ever heard of video editing? Maybe people just want to see the easiest way to line up the splines? You just showed someone how to do everything BUT install the actual transmission. Step it up homie
Joseph Redd Trust me there would still be a lot of footage.
Anyhow, do you need to know how to line up the splines of the torque converter with the actually shaft coming out of the transmission?
It could have been a great video if you had included the ACTUAL work WHILE putting it in.
What's the point of just pointing your finger at things and saying it has to be this, this, and that?
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I hear ya John. Check out my most recent transmission video and let me know if it meets your expectations.
Okay so I'll watch your video against OU you allowing you just going to pick that transmission up and stick it up there and that's why you need to workout I'm calling BS on that dude that's some straight up BS Bubba U full of it dude
A drained auto trans without the torque converter is not that heavy. A bag of Quik-crete concrete mix at Home Depot weights 90 pounds. I can lift two bags for a short distance. So yes, I did lift the transmission up onto the table to work on it. There is 24 lbs of transmission fluid and about 25 pounds for the TQ, that’s 49 less pounds I need to lift. Again, you can choice to trust an Eagle Scout class of 2010 or just pretend I’m BSing 1 million viewers.
get a camera gimble
I’ve actually been looking to get one to improve my camera angles.