SA279 Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W

Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W By: George Reid While millions of Ford rear-wheel-drive cars are equipped with the durable and simple C4 and C6 transmissions of the 1960s, early in the 1980s Ford replaced those old designs with the AOD transmission for a new generation of cars. Overdrive gears, once popular before WWII, were now becoming popular again, as manufacturers were under increasing pressure to raise fuel economy to meet increasingly demanding EPA standards. A nice byproduct of that was more comfortable cruising speeds, at which your engine didn’t have to work so hard, as well as increased fuel economy.In Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W, author George Reid walks you through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper re-installation, and road testing. Performance modifications are also covered, as well as an ID guide for various model numbers, evolutionary design changes, shift kit installation, and torque converter selection.This book is ideal for people who already have one of these transmissions in their car, as well as enthusiasts who would like to swap one of these more modern units into an older chassis to get all the benefits of overdrive. If you plan on researching or working on any one of these overdrive models, this book is a vital addition to your workbench or library.Pages : 144Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 566 color photos and illustrationsPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781613251140Product Code : SA279

SA186 How to Rebuild & Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions Street Strip Drag Race

How to Rebuild & Modify GM Turbo 400 Transmissions By: Cliff Ruggles Over the last 50 years, literally millions of GM cars and trucks have been built with Turbo 400 automatic transmissions. While these transmissions are respected for their durability and versatility, there always comes a point where the old transmission shows signs of wear. At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt.Respected automotive technical author Cliff Ruggles takes readers through the complex rebuild procedure of GMs most popular rear-wheel drive automatic transmission in this great new book. Enthusiasts have embraced the reliable GM Turbo Hydra-Matic 400 three-speed automatics for years, and the popularity of these transmissions is not slowing down. With his proven style, Ruggles walks through the step-by-step rebuild and performance upgrade procedures in a series of full-color photos for each of these models. Time saving tips are part of every buildup.This is a welcome addition to your automotive library. Amateurs and professionals alike will appreciate the advice and guidance offered on every page. Even if you end up deciding to have a professional take care of your transmission repair and performance needs, this information is crucial to understanding how the power gets from the engine to the road.Pages : 144Size : 8.5 X 11 (inches)Format : Paperback / softbackIllustrations : 407 Color PhotosPublisher : CarTechISBN : 9781934709207Product Code : SA186