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10-30-2008, 03:34 PM
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Tramp Streamer
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Which Tranny?
I'm at a crossroad.
Any one recommend the Jasper Transmission as opposed to a Ford remanufactured unit.
Both about the same price?
Anyone....
Michael
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10-30-2008, 03:43 PM
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Ford (supposedly) incorporates the latest updates into their reman units, plus any Ford dealer can honor the warranty.
Jasper has a very good warranty, but is more involved than simply finding a dealer. Jasper's warranty is somewhat longer duration than Ford's.
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10-30-2008, 03:51 PM
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Ajo
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ArtStream
I'm at a crossroad.l
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I've not heard of the Jasper; I do remember when our Turbo trans went out:
a 350 Ford was towed in with a blow trans. They had both trans side by side,
the mechanic looked at both of us and said, "the Chev can be rebuilt, the
Ford gets replaced."
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10-30-2008, 06:27 PM
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Go with the Ford if for no other reason than the ease of warranty repair. When you're on the road a Ford dealer could (should) have you going quicker than you can find someone to work with the Jasper warranty.
Make sure that you replace the converter and flush the cooler and lines. Depending on the vehicle there may be an update for the controller as well.
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10-30-2008, 07:14 PM
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IIRC, his tow vehicle has a 7.3 Powerstroke, and an E4OD transmission.
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10-30-2008, 07:25 PM
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Rivet Master
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Placerville
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Uh, oh!
Michael...are you REALLY at a crossroads? !
Neil.
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10-30-2008, 08:21 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FreshAir
Michael...are you REALLY at a crossroads? !
Neil.
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It IS Halloween eve...
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11-01-2008, 07:10 AM
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holland
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if i was going to replace a tranny for towing,i would check out a rebuilder like ats or one of the rebuilders known for using heavy duty torque converters etc.diesel power magazine usually has ads in the back of their magazine.some of these guys have 150000 mile guarantees.
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11-01-2008, 07:25 AM
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Tramp Streamer
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Thanks for all the quick replies....
And Neil, I guess it's more of a fork than a crossword.
Michael
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11-01-2008, 07:37 AM
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Rivet Master
1966 24' Tradewind
Placerville
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ArtStream
Thanks for all the quick replies....
And Neil, I guess it's more of a fork than a crossword.
Michael
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Michael....as per Yogi (?), "Take it!"
Neil.
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11-01-2008, 09:21 AM
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The title of this thread sent my mind in the wrong direction.
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11-01-2008, 11:03 AM
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Tramp Streamer
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Quote:
Originally Posted by cameront120
The title of this thread sent my mind in the wrong direction.
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That's the Trans and Cross forum
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11-01-2008, 09:41 PM
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six speed stick works for me
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11-01-2008, 09:47 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Tarheel
six speed stick works for me
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Manual transmissions and vans are generally contraindicated.
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Meddle not in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy, and taste good with ketchup.
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11-08-2008, 06:22 PM
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1999 27' Safari
Kent
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Forget Jasper, go with O.E. Or take your tranny to a good trans shop.
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11-08-2008, 06:25 PM
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Vintage Kin
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I'd stick with Ford if for no other reason than warranty work.
Most of all: REPLACE THE COOLER LINES AND AUXILIARY COOLER. ADD A RACOR OR MAGNEFINE AUXILIARY FILTER DOWNSTREAM OF AUX COOLER.
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11-08-2008, 06:27 PM
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I think you can get real authoritive answers on Thedieselstop.com
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11-08-2008, 09:29 PM
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Tramp Streamer
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Thanks for all your speedy replys.
I went with the Ford but added the post 2004 6.0 L cooler.
I did post on the Diesel forum, which started a firestorm similar to asking bout axles and tires on this forum LOL
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