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Originally Posted by mikesarge
I agree, which is why it'd be a temporary solution at most.
After talking with several folks about rebuilds, it sounds like a rebuild can be somewhat risky too, so I'm feeling a bit like I could be screwed any way I cut it. At least if I can get a working used unit in the car, I can get back to enjoying the thing while I rebuild the trans on my own, which seems like it could end up being the best option.
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Agree, that Matt, is the MAN, when it comes to 911 transmissions, so worth checking that out.
There are a couple of good threads on rebuilding these transmissions. I have done it. It does take some specialized tools. You probably won't have to mess with the ring and pinion set-up, unless there is a problem there.
On the positive side, you know that, most likely I am assuming, that none of the gears make noise. So you have a basicly good box and won't have to mess with changing gears.
The next challenge is figuring how far to to go once in there. Will it be a basic refresh, with new synchros and dog teeth on first and second gear? Replace the bearings that need it?
OR go full on and replace every wear item, meaning all bearings and synchros and sliders/ dog teeth?
Then there are some upgrades, like a one piece retainer. Oh I almost forgot, a lot of those cases need to be machined due to loose bearings....
Here is a good read.
Gordo's 915 Transmission Rebuild