#473 Trans to ZF Doc - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

jss06c6 · 06-15-2017

Decided to pull the tranny and send it to Bill. 1st gear synch was out when I bought the car, but now 3rd is a bit rough to hit consistently. The transmission should be smoother shifting than it is. The car has a Fidanza FW in it. I've got the original dual mass on the shelf. I'll be pulling the bell housing and clutch to inspect anyway, so might refurb the dual mass and reinstall. Not worried about a few extra hp if I go back to OEM.

The C-Beam removal was a major PITA! The shifter, despite being in 3rd gear did not clear the center console tunnel opening well. Had to force it through, but made it. I'll leave the Allen bolt out on the shifter when I reinstall to give me more room to align it when I stab it back in.

So, will sit a bit, waiting for Bill to work his magic!

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PhillipsLT5 · 06-16-2017

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Originally Posted by jss06c6

Decided to pull the tranny and send it to Bill. 1st gear synch was out when I bought the car, but now 3rd is a bit rough to hit consistently. The transmission should be smoother shifting than it is. The car has a Fidanza FW in it. I've got the original dual mass on the shelf. I'll be pulling the bell housing and clutch to inspect anyway, so might refurb the dual mass and reinstall. Not worried about a few extra hp if I go back to OEM.

The C-Beam removal was a major PITA! The shifter, despite being in 3rd gear did not clear the center console tunnel opening well. Had to force it through, but made it. I'll leave the Allen bolt out on the shifter when I reinstall to give me more room to align it when I stab it back in.

So, will sit a bit, waiting for Bill to work his magic!

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You will happy when you get it back, have him send you a set of his beam plates for reinstall, will make car launch straight and easier c beam install

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GOLDCYLON · 06-16-2017

Concur with Phil. You will be happy with the transmission and the beam plates are a no brainer. I suggest looking into Bill's short throw shifter while you are there as well.

Racinfan83 · 06-16-2017

Ditto on the C-Beam plates....
You guys and your lifts - I'm jealous. I took mine apart and changed pilot bushing on a creeper with car on jack stands...

jss06c6 · 06-16-2017

Guys,

I have Bill's beam plates. That wasn't the issue. It was getting it off after the drive shaft was removed. The tunnel space is minimal and getting it around the pinion yoke on the differential required some "prying". Also had to pry the engine/trans toward the driver side at same time. Kudos to you guys that got it done by yourself! My son was available to help me..

This is my first job on a lift. I too have done all my wrenching on my back, without a creeper and on jack stands. At 62, I decided I've had enough of that and paid enough dues to splurge on a two post lift!

The transmission is on the pallet and ready to ship..😉

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Ccmano · 06-16-2017

What's Bill charging for a rebuild these days?
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jss06c6 · 06-16-2017

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Originally Posted by Ccmano

What's Bill charging for a rebuild these days?
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Depends upon what you ask him to do.. each job is effectively "custom" work focused on the client's requirements..

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randy ransome · 06-16-2017

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Originally Posted by Ccmano

What's Bill charging for a rebuild these days?
H

My last bill was $3,400

orthodoct · 06-16-2017

Same here with the jack stands and creeper. Worked out ok except for the hernia operation that it earned me. You are right, wrestling with that beast in that tight space is a workout. Bill is THE MAN!!

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jss06c6 · 06-17-2017

Headed to drop off at freight depot.. have decided to go back to dual mass FW. Luckily I bought the original one from John B. when I bought the car. Going to have it resurfaced along with my pressure plate at the guy Bill recommended. I don't have the original clutch disk, so will need to buy a new one. Recommendations welcomed!

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06-15-2017	#1
jss06c6 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 884	#473 Trans to ZF Doc Decided to pull the tranny and send it to Bill. 1st gear synch was out when I bought the car, but now 3rd is a bit rough to hit consistently. The transmission should be smoother shifting than it is. The car has a Fidanza FW in it. I've got the original dual mass on the shelf. I'll be pulling the bell housing and clutch to inspect anyway, so might refurb the dual mass and reinstall. Not worried about a few extra hp if I go back to OEM. The C-Beam removal was a major PITA! The shifter, despite being in 3rd gear did not clear the center console tunnel opening well. Had to force it through, but made it. I'll leave the Allen bolt out on the shifter when I reinstall to give me more room to align it when I stab it back in. So, will sit a bit, waiting for Bill to work his magic! Sent from my XT1585 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app

06-16-2017	#3
GOLDCYLON Join Date: May 2007 Location: Peoria, AZ Posts: 9,155	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc Concur with Phil. You will be happy with the transmission and the beam plates are a no brainer. I suggest looking into Bill's short throw shifter while you are there as well. __________________ GOLDCYLON - 91 ZR-1 #2014 GOLDCYLON - 90 ZR-1 #2794, 4L60e (Formerly Schrade's) GOLDCYLON - 11 CTS-V Arizona State Director 91 WHITE/BLACK #2014. 380 P&P&PCed,Ported Heads, Jeal Long tubes, Corsa Exhaust/FIKSE FM-5s /LED TLs, LED Headlights, Front Wilwood 6 piston narrowlite calipers and rear Wilwood caliper street shop mod,CNCed Coolant Pipes,TPI Cvr,Filter cover,Stainless Bolts, DRM/DOM PROM /ZFDOC mod build #102,DRLs,BMAD with stainless Debris Screen,Coplan Air Blaster, Pioneer APP Radio 4,Brey-Krause HB,Sub Bar,Fire extinguisher seat mount,DRM Coilovers,LEDs everywhere,Compass mirror (orange),V1 DIC hidden display, Homelink sun visor, Carbon Fiber top x3 and APSIS Carbon Fiber interior, APSIS CF Steering Wheel/NAPA Leather, Banski trailing arms, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension) ZFDoc drive shaft safety loop, raptor shift light (orange),AO engineering louver front plate, Console seat cushion, 96CE seats with black custom Sheepskins, ss billet catch can,Viper remote entry/alarm,Cragar Rear Louvers,LED side louver lights, Dewitts Radiator with SPAL fans and a Woods 160 T-Stat 90 RED/BLACK #2794. 4L60e Automatic Stage V by RPM Transmission, TCI Dedicated TCM, OBX Stainless Headers, Corsa Exhaust, SAN Secondaries and Haibeck PROM, Exotic Muscle Coil overs, LED Interior Lights, LED Tail Lights, LED Headlights, 94 Sport seats with black custom Sheepskins , Cragar rear louvers, GS Front calipers, Banski Trailing arms, APSIS Carbon Fiber steering wheel, Front and Rear Baer Eradispeeds, DRLs, Guldstrand front suspension,urethane bushings from Prothane (total suspension), Dewitt's Raditor with Dual SPAL fans and a Haibeck 170 T-Stat 11 RED/GREY CTS-V

06-16-2017	#5
jss06c6 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 884	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc Guys, I have Bill's beam plates. That wasn't the issue. It was getting it off after the drive shaft was removed. The tunnel space is minimal and getting it around the pinion yoke on the differential required some "prying". Also had to pry the engine/trans toward the driver side at same time. Kudos to you guys that got it done by yourself! My son was available to help me.. This is my first job on a lift. I too have done all my wrenching on my back, without a creeper and on jack stands. At 62, I decided I've had enough of that and paid enough dues to splurge on a two post lift! The transmission is on the pallet and ready to ship..😉 Sent from my QTAIR7 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app

06-16-2017	#6
Ccmano Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 2,852	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc What's Bill charging for a rebuild these days? H __________________ 90'ZR-1 #1461 Red/Black Ported Intake, Degreed Cams, OBX Headers & Exhaust, Fidanza FW, Secondary Delete, Custom tune, C6 GS Wheels. Sold 08 C6 Z51 Crystal Red Metallic Sold Vararam Intake, Tune, Sold 05 C6 Z51 Red/Black Sold 90'ZR-1 #1723 Black/Gray Sold but not forgotten 91' Z51 L98 White Vert. My First, you always remember your first. Sold.

06-16-2017	#9
orthodoct Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Crossville, TN Posts: 88	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc Same here with the jack stands and creeper. Worked out ok except for the hernia operation that it earned me. You are right, wrestling with that beast in that tight space is a workout. Bill is THE MAN!! Sent from my iPhone using ZR-1 Net Registry

06-16-2017	#4
Racinfan83 Join Date: Apr 2013 Location: Eastern Missouri Posts: 773	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc Ditto on the C-Beam plates.... You guys and your lifts - I'm jealous. I took mine apart and changed pilot bushing on a creeper with car on jack stands... __________________ [LEFT][SIGPIC][/SIGPIC][/LEFT] [CENTER][COLOR=Indigo][SIZE=4][I][B] Now Sold 1990 ZR-1 #2093, Black on Black..[/B][/I][/SIZE][/COLOR][/CENTER]

06-17-2017	#10
jss06c6 Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Magnolia, Texas Posts: 884	Re: #473 Trans to ZF Doc Headed to drop off at freight depot.. have decided to go back to dual mass FW. Luckily I bought the original one from John B. when I bought the car. Going to have it resurfaced along with my pressure plate at the guy Bill recommended. I don't have the original clutch disk, so will need to buy a new one. Recommendations welcomed! Sent from my XT1585 using ZR-1 Net Registry mobile app Last edited by jss06c6; 06-17-2017 at 10:00 AM.