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Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-20-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Re: After Transgo install no 2,3,or 4 gears

Accumulators control the valve apply/stroke for each gear. stronger springs direct more of the of the direct hydraulic presure to the shift valve for faster/firmer shifts. Softer springs for softer...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-19-2009, 10:53 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Re: After Transgo install no 2,3,or 4 gears

A common checkball to miss is the one in the auxilary valve body, or the one at the rear of the case for the low-reverse. The low-reverse ball is suposed to be capured by a couple small metal tabs to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-19-2009, 10:26 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Re: After Transgo install no 2,3,or 4 gears

That rod/pin is a seriouse part. As referanced in the post you have a link to, it apears to be the accumulator piston pin fron the case. That pin, left to themselves without the valvebody plate to...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-19-2009, 04:50 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Re: After Transgo install no 2,3,or 4 gears

This may be unrelated to your issue. But it something you could check.
If your 7004r has the TV linkages that has a pin that pokes through the valve body and displaces a large checkball, it is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2003, 09:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,105
Posted By ArrioZ28

When changing from vss to geared speedo. ...

When changing from vss to geared speedo.
(edit) If it has a gear drive you just install the cable drive housing and gears. Some vehicles, C type pickup trucks, had a metal reluctor instead of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2003, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By ArrioZ28

The trans should have near the same shift...

The trans should have near the same shift characteristics as before the engine mods, given that the TV adjustments are correct.
Does the trans have a normal upshift on other than wot?
I doubt that...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2003, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By ArrioZ28

Something comes to mind in this speedo swap about...

Something comes to mind in this speedo swap about lube provisions for the speedo gear. I may be mistaken, (I'll have to look this up if I can remember it tomorrow) but there is an orific near the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-27-2003, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,640
Posted By ArrioZ28

The VSS type speedo has a pressed on steal...

The VSS type speedo has a pressed on steal gear/reluctor on the output shaft.
The mechanical driven speedo gear is plastic and is retained to the shaft with a metal clip.
The late output shaft...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-24-2003, 10:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 628
Posted By ArrioZ28

You might want to check to make sure that your TV...

You might want to check to make sure that your TV (throttle valve) cable is still connected from the carb to the transmission. (disconnected or broken cable) Sounds like you are not getting enough...
Forum: Body
04-07-2003, 04:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 550
Posted By ArrioZ28

Yup.... same here, they left overspray on all my...

Yup.... same here, they left overspray on all my lights/lenses.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-07-2003, 04:27 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Thats great!!:thumbsup: Glad that you got it...

Thats great!!:thumbsup:
Glad that you got it working. This has turned into a rather long thread, but it has a bunch of great info in it for those to follow. Again, congratulations on your success....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-06-2003, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,975
Posted By ArrioZ28

It may be that the 305 trans is not just valved...

It may be that the 305 trans is not just valved as sporty as you would like. More like sedate grocery getter.

You could try tightening up the TV cable a bit to see if it helps. Even though it is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-06-2003, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,055
Posted By ArrioZ28

The filter would have nothing to do with the...

The filter would have nothing to do with the trans leaking.
When you drop the pan for a gasket change, you need to inspect the pan flange area for deformation around the bolt holes. Closely inpect...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-06-2003, 09:36 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

When you pull the servo back out, insert a...

When you pull the servo back out, insert a crosstip screwdriver into 2-4 servo pin bore and check the band. Mark the scewdriver with tape or other, with the servo assembly length from pin tip to cap...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-05-2003, 10:40 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

One would think that the 2-4 servo has nothing to...

One would think that the 2-4 servo has nothing to do with 3rd, but it does. It also serves as the 3rd accumulator.
It looks as though if the center aluminum ring is installed upside down, the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-05-2003, 10:15 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Don't bother reinstalling the large diameter...

Don't bother reinstalling the large diameter checkball. It will not improve the situation. Leaving it out is the better thing to do at this time. See my explaintion about the copper colored safety...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-05-2003, 09:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,055
Posted By ArrioZ28

Another item that is next to the diptick tube is...

Another item that is next to the diptick tube is the TV (throttle valve) cable. The TV cable housing has a thin rubber boot at the trans case. The TV cable is secured to the case with a 10mm bolt. It...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-04-2003, 11:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By ArrioZ28

You guys are very welcome, glad it worked out and...

You guys are very welcome, glad it worked out and your trans is working again :thumbsup: :burnout:
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-04-2003, 07:01 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

I think I'm pretty sure on this but I think that...

I think I'm pretty sure on this but I think that the servo pistons on both the 2-3 and 3-4 accumulator go to the bottom of the bore. I am not sure what the effect is if reversed to the top of the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-03-2003, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By ArrioZ28

Yes, that is the little Z rod I was talking...

Yes, that is the little Z rod I was talking about. The reason that you still have park is that the inner detent lever is still hooked to the park rod. The park rod is the long rod that goes all the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-03-2003, 06:35 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Its a pipe threaded (tapered) plug located...

Its a pipe threaded (tapered) plug located forward/above the servo on the drivers side. It is the only plug in that area. It will be rather tight since it is a pipe thread.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 09:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 411
Posted By ArrioZ28

Yep. definately have to drop the trans to replace...

Yep. definately have to drop the trans to replace the TC. Like 89fastlookinRS says, coat the TC hub and seal with trans fluid or STP and install it onto the trans. Make sure it it all the way back...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 09:29 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Usually if the valve was installed with a nice...

Usually if the valve was installed with a nice smooth movement, then stuck during test drive it would be a possibility to unhang the valve with more driving and twanging the TV cable. In this...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 599
Posted By ArrioZ28

It could be, but it is usually somthing else....

It could be, but it is usually somthing else. When converters go out they start to realy overheat and burn up the fluid. The fluid would be unmistakably burned by smell. If you can see the torque...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 572
Posted By ArrioZ28

I tend to agree with LT1guy, that GM not painting...

I tend to agree with LT1guy, that GM not painting components is driven more by economics than durability.

Also, I think the painted- nonpainted heat thing is really a non-issue. A painted unit...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 599
Posted By ArrioZ28

It could be a number of things. First thing to do...

It could be a number of things. First thing to do is ensure that the fluid level is correct. Low fluid level could it. Also a plugged/dirty filter could starve the trans momentarily till the revs got...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 07:51 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Yes it is possible to get the cover/servo too...

Yes it is possible to get the cover/servo too tight. You should be able to depress the cover approximatly 1/8 inch futher than the C-clip position. That is the amount of freeplay needed to allow the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 06:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 393
Posted By ArrioZ28

Some editions of the 700R4 do have a thermal...

Some editions of the 700R4 do have a thermal switch in line with TCC (lockup) switch. It cuts out the TCC untill temp has risen to its preset temp. The threshold is pretty cool and is usually only...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 607
Posted By ArrioZ28

If this is a 700R4, sounds like the little z rod...

If this is a 700R4, sounds like the little z rod that connects the manual valve to the selector shaft is not connected. Its real easy for that little rod to disconnect when trying to bolt up the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 05:41 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

I have question about your TV bellcrank that...

I have question about your TV bellcrank that mounts to the valve body. Does it have a pin on it that pushes the copper check ball off the seat? (edit: some TV bellcranks did not have a pin) If the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 04:59 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

If you have already had the trans filled to the...

If you have already had the trans filled to the correct level before you dropped the pan, then you would have only drained 4 or 5 quarts. Approximatly half the fluid capacity will remain in the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-02-2003, 04:48 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

Somehow I got the idea that you were working with...

Somehow I got the idea that you were working with a 2004R, and I was wondering why other posters were referancing the 700R4. Well, I went back and reread your first post and to my embarrasment saw...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
04-01-2003, 06:47 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

The case band retaining pin is not the problem....

The case band retaining pin is not the problem. That usually stays put. The servo pin usually misses the band. The band would move just enough that the pin would hit the lip that is formed on the...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-31-2003, 10:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,055
Posted By ArrioZ28

Sure it is possible that the dipstick tube could...

Sure it is possible that the dipstick tube could be leaking. There are also two cooler line fittings right in that area that could be the culprit. It may also just be that the pan gasket has a little...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
03-31-2003, 10:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 12,618
Posted By ArrioZ28

On the 2004R if you pulled the intermediate servo...

On the 2004R if you pulled the intermediate servo (side servo) out of the case, chances are good that the band slipped back. When reinstalling the servo assembly, 8 times out of 10, if you don't push...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-31-2003, 05:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,175
Posted By ArrioZ28

uk89camaro, What was the Edelbrock part number...

uk89camaro,
What was the Edelbrock part number for your 3 point STB? I have looked at several online performance parts sales and none seem to match what you have installed. I have also seen other...
Forum: Power Adders
01-19-2003, 03:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 324
Posted By ArrioZ28

what size TC for twin or single install?

I am doing some research for the thought of turbocharging my Z28. Though I did a couple of searches here, I didn't see what think I needed to know. I've seen several nice rebuilt and new TC's on...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
01-19-2003, 08:11 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 193,921
Posted By ArrioZ28

There seems to quite a bit of negative on the...

There seems to quite a bit of negative on the thought of modifying the lines of the 3rd gen. I don't have a real problem with it. I rather like most of the lines created on the Evoluzione. I don't...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Region
05-17-2002, 05:04 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,098
Posted By ArrioZ28

Hello folks. I'm in Newport News. I have an 84...

Hello folks. I'm in Newport News. I have an 84 and 83 Z28. I recently acquired the 83 and its not yet roadable. The 84 has been setting up for a couple years and I am currently re-doing the brakes....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-12-2002, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By ArrioZ28

Well, I found a referance for the axle codes at :...

Well, I found a referance for the axle codes at :
http://www.thirdgenresource.com/colorchart_vindecoding.html?sid=284

It turns out that my rear axle has a 10 bolt 3.73 ratio and is not locking....
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-12-2002, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By ArrioZ28

Have axle numbers, but no referance

I was doing the rear brakes on my camaro and decided to check the axle code that is stamped on the axle tube. I couldn't find a referance to cross the number to determine what I have for a diff and...
Forum: Carburetors
05-11-2002, 02:03 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,167
Posted By ArrioZ28

I have a dual snorkel intake on my 84 Z28 also. I...

I have a dual snorkel intake on my 84 Z28 also. I would be very interested to learn of a supplier that had a 3 point STB to fit.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
05-09-2002, 09:12 PM
Replies: 213
Views: 16,141
Posted By ArrioZ28

The pictures of the prototype mounts seem to be...

The pictures of the prototype mounts seem to be dead, or at least they don't display. Could you repost the pics of the mount again? or you could send them via email.
Thanks.
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-09-2002, 03:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 635
Posted By ArrioZ28

You may be correct. There were several changes...

You may be correct. There were several changes between 85 and 87. And... if one wanted to gamble with the greater likelyhood of which type he had installed. I would go for the 28 spline.
The car is...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-09-2002, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 635
Posted By ArrioZ28

Actually I made a minor error in the spline...

Actually I made a minor error in the spline count. Instead of 28 it would be 27. I had a short memory lapse, sorry.
But anyway I think it would a safe call to make.
Forum: Carburetors
05-08-2002, 09:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,167
Posted By ArrioZ28

I saw a couple pics of round tube 3 point STB's...

I saw a couple pics of round tube 3 point STB's on a carbed 3rd Gen. on this board. Though not sure which forum. The text with the posts implied that they were Edelbrock.
I looked at a couple...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2002, 08:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 635
Posted By ArrioZ28

Without the trans ID number it will be just about...

Without the trans ID number it will be just about impossible to determine the exact year. Some units came with a stick-on or painted aluminum placard that usually peels off and therfore becomes...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2002, 08:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 466
Posted By ArrioZ28

Just a thought on how to do the Ohms check (scuse...

Just a thought on how to do the Ohms check (scuse me if you know this already)
The wireing in the transmission to the TCC solenoid has a hot wire straight to the solenoid. The the ground wire runs...
Forum: Transmissions and Drivetrain
05-08-2002, 07:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 466
Posted By ArrioZ28

It may be possible that the lock-up harness in...

It may be possible that the lock-up harness in the transmission pan is not pluged up the case connector, or was not fully seated when the builder connected it and it popped loose. It is an easy thing...
Forum: Body
05-05-2002, 02:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 454
Posted By ArrioZ28

So, it "has" been done successfully without...

So, it "has" been done successfully without pulling the dash... :)

Thanks sooo much for the helpfull replies fellas, I really preciate it. :thumbsup:

If I go that route I may pull the passenger...
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