WillBilly53 Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Okay, so now that I've got the rebuilt engine purring and broken in I want to prep the transmission. I had rebuilt years ago so it should be ready to go, right? But I'm nervous of putting it in gear and something going wrong and ending up a bunch beautiful dynaflow parts on the garage floor. I got the Dextron III waiting to be poured. Any advice or tips before I throw her in gear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 WillDon't run the engine anymore until you put fluid in the dynaflow!! There are parts that are running without lubrication. Put in 3-4 quarts, start the engine and pour in the remaining specified amount, checking the level when get near the end.There are a lot of good engine first run procedures out there, but most do not address a first run on the transmission at the same time. Buy an extra 6-pack for that extra helper whose only job is to service the transmission.Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 Well crap, after all my cautiousness, I knew I'd do something wrong. Hopefully I haven't done any damage. Thanks for the info, Willie. I'll get out there today and get her filled up! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Have you checked the stick. I'm surprised whoever built it would have drained it after the rebuild. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 Have you checked the stick. I'm surprised whoever built it would have drained it after the rebuild.Good idea to check the stick, but most rebuilders return the transmission dry with only assembly lube on the parts. Only Mudbone fills and tests on the bench.Will, you probably did little or no damage....yet.Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 Will, you probably did little or no damage....yet.Willielol, yikes! yep, the stick is bone dry. The guy that did mine has a shop in Spartanburg, SC and his name is Lance Smith. I can't remember how I got his name, but I know it was on good recommendation. Apparently he was the only guy in my area that had even heard of Dynaflow. I had it done in 2003. Sad, I know. Anyways, I remember him also telling me to bring the car back to him for adjustments, once I got her drivable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted February 24, 2012 Share Posted February 24, 2012 (edited) Good idea to check the stick, but most rebuilders return the transmission dry with only assembly lube on the parts. Only Mudbone fills and tests on the bench.Will, you probably did little or no damage....yet.WillieI don't know why I even reply to these type mechanical questions as I am 99.09% wrong. I need to just stay with my Girls on Buicks and other bull **** posts where I'm at least half ass right. Edited February 24, 2012 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 24, 2012 Author Share Posted February 24, 2012 Not all Lamar, after all 'twas you that helped me with throttle linkage, fuel pump, timing and ultimately getting her started! But hey, there's nothing at all wrong with girls and Buicks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 THAT's my drivin force. To see a vid of Marie holding a big ol crystal on the fenders of that fitty tree with that first year 322 humming in the background. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 25, 2012 Author Share Posted February 25, 2012 Ha! Hopefully soon and hopefully RIDING in the big 'ol beast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buick5563 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 I don't know why I even reply to these type mechanical questions as I am 99.09% wrong. I need to just stay with my Girls on Buicks and other bull **** posts where I'm at least half ass right.Me too. Except I have never contributed to GOB threads other than drooling.OK, for me I'll stick to the BS threads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 (edited) So the stock trans cooler I have is not up to par. I've been reading about aftermarket transmission coolers and was wondering what tips ya'll might have. I'm not concerned with stock appearance. I've seen some with fan motors and some without. I'd love to just by-pass the stock cooler all together (I've already plugged the lines at the water pump). The installation instructions for the new coolers I've seen show trans fluid lines going into the radiator, which indicates that it's for radiators with built in trans coolers. Whereas on the '53 the radiator only holds coolant and doesn't have a chamber for the transmission fluid. After much reading, I'm planning on mounting an aftermarket in front of the radiator. Do I need to purchase one with a powered fan or can I get one without a fan/motor? Edited February 27, 2012 by WillBilly53 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 WillSee THIS discussion on tranny coolers...Willie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WillBilly53 Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 ah yes, thanks again Willie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roadmaster75 Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I just put a trans cooler on my 51 Chevy panel with the Buick 455 and a turbo 400.There was no extra room for a bigger radiator or cooler up front.So I ordered a generic trans cooler from Summit racing; no fan.My trans guy (who also built my race transmissions) said it would be perfectlyadequate even in high summer heat with no fan as long as outside airwas running over it... I mounted it to the right and slightlyaft of the trans. under the floor board. Simple in & out connections. Works great even on a hot summer day. They make all sizes. I think I paid about $70 for it w/ mounting hardware and connections. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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