I haven't even watched it all yet, but thank you. I'm a home mechanic who's thinking about rebuilding mine.

Yes!!!!!! Been waiting for this. I have 46re. Thank you Gary !!!

Thank you so much for these videos!

Just started not soaking my clutches on last few builds as I seen you did here with no problems. Def less of a mess and easier going together. Thanks for your time.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Your Welcome

My transmission just went out, you sir have given me some confidence to try this rebuild

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

ok, any questions just let me know

Excellent work.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks JB

It seems like you have a lot of work, but you still find time to do videos like this one. I really appreciate that 👍🏻👍🏻

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, if i do not work 7 days i fall behind, it''s never slow here

@dysonspreybar4903

5 ай бұрын

@@GaryFerrarotake some time to do you man, take a vacation 😊

@GaryFerraro

5 ай бұрын

one of these days i will@@dysonspreybar4903

Thank you Gary🙏👍👍👍👍

Hey, Gary, working on the subassemblies I found the forward clutch piston had shed some aluminum around the center of the piston. Not by the seal but the inner diameter of the return spring. Also before i removed it, the piston was loose, like it could come in and out a bit; the wave return spring wasn't holding it from moving. I didn't have a problem in any forward gears, only had no reverse. I'm not a fan of shredding material so I'm thinking I need a piston too. Money is less of a factor as time now. Thanks in advance as always.

@GaryFerraro

3 ай бұрын

If that piston is loose in there with the return spring and snap installed, i wouldn't use it

@perripierre9295

3 ай бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Gotcha, I’ll track down a piston.

Excelente Gary

This is great glad to see your doing rebuild videos now sir and thank you very much for the help and advice on the 5r55w its working perfectly. May have some questions on an a4ld

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

ok, no problem

Thanks for the video. Because of the A.T.S.G manual and your video, my rebuild was a great success! The wife’s Acura may be next....

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Great, Thanks for sharing, acura trans is a whole different ballgame, Whats it doing?

@kevinking6330

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Acura trans has 180k and holding. Thinking of getting a used unit and having it benched out. Not by me of course. The A500 was an easy trans in comparison to many others. I know that much.

thank you for install,tech tips.

Gary you are the transmission King!!!

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joel, hope all is well, wifey enjoying the car?

@igotaction

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro sure is, I think it needs a new trans mount but with this diesel you have to get exhaust down as least a little to get rear bracket down. I can't wait for zf 8hps start coming in more and more, although the Germans have their tuning down pretty good, so long as you do fluid and filter they seem to really last

Hello and thank you for the great videos. What's your experience with MaxLife Multi-Vehicle full synthetic ATF? Thanks!

I've watched this almost 4 times now. Lol I keep missing some of the visuals due to multitasking. I always enjoy watching your videos, even if multiple times in a day. A full rebuild is right up my alley! 😉😁😊

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cuba, i'm watching your video as i write back to you, I don't understand but still enjoy watching you work. Stay safe XO

@CubasAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro haha... i always make 2 versions and publish them at the same time. Hopefully you aren't getting too much snow there! Stay well my friend! 🤗😁

@CubasAutomotive

3 жыл бұрын

Excellent idea with the line up shaft. I have pieces I keep around for similar reasons... like a pump tower to check the 4 stretch seals on the input drum on 4L60E. Looks like that piece with 3 legs on the press was hand made too 🤔 i like it. You have the ability to see what you're doing better, more access!

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@CubasAutomotive Just got home from plowing the shop(no help) and snow blowing, now rest, work tomorrow

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@CubasAutomotive yes, having the right tools makes the job so much easier.

Yo Gary! One more question, where do you do your shopping for transmissions and cars in general, such as snap rings kit, oil and whatnot? Thanks.

Do you guys work on manuals? I have an 06 Mazda 3 with the 5 speed, the third gear synchro is shot and it feels very worn in general. Just saw that you guys were on LI and got curious. I actually have an 01 Grand Cherokee with a hard shifting 42RE, but it's not on the road right now so not a priority.

good videos. I have a question. I am having problems getting that 1 tab thrust washer that has a flat spot in the center , that is in the front of the ring gear on top of the 2 tab washer. Do you have a part number or part store discription so i can order it. Your help would br appreciated

Great video thanks so much. Im literally Workin on a 42re myself... Between the 2 -3 shift it will rev about 500rpm before 3engages.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like a problem with direct clutch, remember, install the wider inner seal

@blake8297

4 ай бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Hey Gary, have you ever just replaced the inner seal in the direct clutch to fix the 2-3 flare? Got a 44re with only 70k original miles that just started doing this. Hate to get a complete rebuild and I think I could replace just that seal myself.

@GaryFerraro

4 ай бұрын

That problem was no 3rd cold but had 3rd when hot@@blake8297

@blake8297

4 ай бұрын

@@GaryFerraro So you dont believe a new inner direct seal may fix the rpm's jumping up between the 2-3 shift?

@GaryFerraro

4 ай бұрын

does it work different cold from hot? You may have a clutch problem@@blake8297

You missed my 47 RE lol

What kinda brush is that for the assembly lube. And do u always stack the clutches dry ?

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Brush is from snap-on, they do not make it anymore, i do not soak the clutches and never had a problem

Super video! Where did you get the clamp you used to keep the pump aligned before it was torqued up?

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

That is a transmission tool, bought it out of a catalog my supplier has, bought that 30 plus years ago

@johnmarshall7212

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Thank you.

Changing torque converter is a standard procedure when rebuilding transmission?

I'm nearly finished reassembling an identical 42re for my 2000 Grand Cherokee. I really appreciate your videos and the detail! I couldn't have gotten this far without them. I'm stuck on one detail though. I'm checking the clearances in my forward and direct drums. The ATSG manual calls for .030"-.050" (I'm at less than .010")on the front drum and .050"-.080" (I'm at .090") on the direct drum. The rep at transtar I talked to suggested swapping the wavy snap ring and the flat thicker snap ring between the drums. I can physically do that and that should fix my clearances. Is that an acceptable solution? Can I swap a wavy snap ring for a flat one and vice versa, or will that cause problems? For reference, I'm using identical .066" steels in both drums. I'm positive that I'm using the correct thinner frictions in the forward drum and the thicker ones in the direct drum. All frictions were pre-soaked so that I could follow the ATSG clearances.

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

I actually never did that. What about swapping pressure plates? Are they the same thickness

@andrewforrister6206

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro I measured the pressure plates. They are identical in thickness. I bought one thicker .088" steel to bring the direct drum clearance into spec. Now it's a matter of finding a thinner snap ring or pressure plate for the forward drum. Transtar told me that thinner steels aren't an option as the ones I have are already the thinner .066" ones. It sure would be convenient to be able to swap snap rings between the drums to take care of two birds with one stone, but I assume there's a good reason one snap ring is wavy and one is flat. Given that I've never rebuilt a transmission before, I'm reluctant to experiment for fear of running into problems later.

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewforrister6206 you could also try stacking a few steels on top to make a pressure plate, maybe a thick and thin steel something like that

@andrewforrister6206

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro That's an interesting thought. I may try that if I can't source an appropriate snap ring or pressure plate. Transtar couldn't get either for me so I'll have to look somewhere else. Thanks for the advice! I'm shocked by how quickly you responded to my question on a 1 year old video!

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewforrister6206 I have had to do that a few times and all worked out ok, No problem on answering i'm always on and get notified when a question comes through

I have a 99 Durango 5.2l 4x4 is the tear down and rebuild process the same or different.

What is the tool called he uses at 23 minuets that is like a piston ring compressor

Hello Gary from Scotland! Awesome video. I've noticed that you putting new torque converter, is this correct?

@GaryFerraro

Жыл бұрын

Yes, correct

Hey Gary, Thanks for the great videos. I just successfully rebuilt a 42RE in a 2000 Grand Cherokee with your help. How critical is the transmission relearn procedure? My autoinginuity scan tool won't do it on the 6-cylinder for some reason. I'm waiting on a call back from their engineers but wonder if I can drive it safely in the meantime. It drives just fine. Thanks

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

42RE, no problem, i never do one on that trans, just drive

@jasonmilner6595

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro I have about 50 miles on the newly rebuilt transmission and now it doesn’t go back into first at stop when at operating temp. In drive, it works fine cold then it almost always starts from a stop in 2nd gear after everything warms up. It will drop into 1st if shifted manually. Everything else, other gears and reverse work fine. I confirmed governor demand and actuals follow each other closely on the scan tool up to 45 mph but have not yet confirmed the governor sensor with an analog gauge. There are no codes. The throttle cable and shift cables are functioning and adjusted correctly. Is there a usual culprit you see here? As I start checking this out with gauges, am I correct to assume governor and front servo pressures should be near 0 at idle in drive while stopped? Anything else would indicate the front band staying engaged holding it in 2nd gear, correct?

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

@@jasonmilner6595 what type of scan tool are you using to see data?

@jasonmilner6595

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro autoenginuity

Hello Gary! Where is the best place to get overhaul kit for this transmission you working on?

@GaryFerraro

11 ай бұрын

Where are you located?

I think I have the problem you mention @ 4:20 I have a '95 Jeep Cherokee ZJ. 2-3 gear change when cold it will just rev up and really struggle to engage 3rd gear. When warm it's ok. One thing before I tear down this transmission, I have noticed a small leak on the oil cooler check valve pipe. Would this cause that issue? Getting Air in the system when parked overnight and fluid drains back? Also when warm I have a judder pulling away. Not sure if a trans problem or a bad rear diff (LSD). Your opinion would be appreciated, thanks!

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds like the inner seal is no good. I would say no to the small leak at the line. If draining back the car will not move for about the first 30 seconds to a minute forward or reverse, If air was getting in the fluid will look like bubbles in it

@glen2196

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro looks like I'll be ripping it apart then! Thanks for the speedy reply and advice. Is there Any specific brand/supplier you recommend to purchase an overhaul kit from?

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@glen2196 I use only TransTec kits (and OE as well) If any problem with parts let me know, i could help you

Hello Gary! With what you've cleaned all of those parts? Greetings from Scotland! Very helpful videos. Thank you for your input.

@GaryFerraro

Жыл бұрын

I have a wash tank with very hot water and a degreaser soap, to clean other parts such as the valvebody i use mineral spirits

@michalwalenciak2478

Жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Thank You

👍

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you

Never heard of 3-4 flair, what's that? I got a 1-2 shift prob, engine revs before 2nd engages.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

That is a flared shift

Hey Gary. Have a 94 Dakota. Will this video help with rebuilding that year 42re trans or is the process different

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

may be some difference but for the most part it should help

@vipersquad3

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro are you aware of any performance upgrade rebuild kits for this trans and where i could potentially find it if any??

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

@@vipersquad3 Not really for this trans

The lighting at 13:24 is due to the camera's white balance setting. It might have auto white balance that glitched or something.

Anyone know if you can use Vaseline instead of that blue grease he's using? I have a buddy who said it works well

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

shouldn't be a problem

Finally found a good assembly video. Helps to know when and where to use assembly lube. I think the general rule is on the back of pistons and on bushing where a shaft rides. And on bearings/washers just to hold them in place. Do you always replace all bearings or is it only if they show wear? Two of my bearings are going to cost $200 each. So far I could have bought 3 used transmissions for what it's costing me to learn this, lol.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

I only replace bearings if they are bad, Which ones? ball bearings?

@bridgetrobertson7134

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Was mostly worried about the big bearings on the input/output shafts. But I have probably 10 smaller roller and needle bearings. Tranny has over 250k miles on it so I'm trying to do as much as I can afford all at once. It's not the one in this video. I was just watching this one for general assembly tips.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@bridgetrobertson7134 Ok, What trans are you working on?

@bridgetrobertson7134

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Subaru 4eat Phase 2. 2003 Impreza Outback.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@bridgetrobertson7134 Rarely change the bearings

Is this the same transmission that is in a 4x4 dodge dakota 3.9 1988 ?

@GaryFerraro

27 күн бұрын

yes, 42RE

Hey Gary I have a zf5hp24 transmission from a bmw and it has no reverse and I have already taken a look at the valve body for cracks and the only thing i can think of is the worn out f clutch. Any ideas?

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

The F clutch piston may be bad, that is common. Does this move forward in neutral by chance? C clutch also is on in reverse

@somerandomname666

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro no it does not move forward in neutral everything else works but reverse

@somerandomname666

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro and ive checked the pan for any metal bits but there is nothing

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@somerandomname666 The F clutch piston is the most common problem for no reverse, the bonding comes off the piston

@somerandomname666

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro ok will look into it thank you gary

Mr. Gary, teacher a friendly greeting, your videos and tutorials are very instructive. I congratulate you. I wanted to consult you. I have a 2000 4.0 Cherokee with the A500 42RH transmission and I need to repair it. Please do you have the complete Repair Kits model I need for this transmission. Thanks greetings

@GaryFerraro

Жыл бұрын

Hello Fernando, where are you located?

Жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Miami. Florida

@GaryFerraro

Жыл бұрын

@ I can get parts for that, do you know what you need?

Hello Gary, I love your videos! Very detailed! I would like to ask your advise on a 2001 Dodge Dakota I am helping a cousin with this truck! Is a Rear Wheel Drive A500, I think or 42RE! Anyway, this transmission has no Reverse, no 3rd and no 4th Gear and obviously no Overdrive! Before I opened this transmission it had NO 2nd Gear but everything else was working! Now shift into First very smooth than 2nd very smooth and stops there! When is trying to go into 3rd gear it feels like is going to Neutral! I'm confused on what I have done wrong! Can you please advise me what I may have done wrong! I would really appreciate! Thank you!

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

3rd and reverse are the direct clutch drum, that is the drum right behind the pump, you could drop out the valvebody and air check the clutch pack

@gxsdallas

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Hello Gary. Thank you very much for the quick reply! I really appreciate! I replaced this drum, do you think that maybe something wrong with this drum? How about if the front brake band is lose? That can also cause not to engage in reverse and 3rd?

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@gxsdallas Not the front band, i would drop out\ the valvebody and air check the drum, question before you drop out the valvebody, does this by chance move forward in Neutral?

@gxsdallas

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Gary. Are you asking in Neutral with the engine running if moves forward? I can check but I don't think so. I have not reverse, no 3rd, 1st and 2nd moves very smoothly, but no 4th or overdrive at all! When tries to shift from 2nd to 3rd it goes to kind of like neutral or maybe if clutches are not catching! Thank you again for the reply!

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@gxsdallas Yes, with engine running just want to confirm it does or does not

Where would be a good place to get a rebuild kit I have some with a whole grand Cherokee and there selling it for 400 the only thing wrong with it is the trans and I wanna rebuild it or replace it

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Where are yo located?

@jacobrobbins2326

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro shreveport Louisiana

Need rebuild kit for the 2001 jeep grand cherokee with snap rings

@GaryFerraro

11 ай бұрын

Which snap rings? I purchase from Transtar, they have an online ordering called Transend, Parts should be available

Why don't you soak the new clutch friction plates and bands in ATF?

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

certainly can't hurt but there really is no need for that, also can be builders choice

@billsixx

2 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro Good to know. I'm tearing down my 42RLE which has a weirdly aggressive kickdown issue, but recently when it kicks down, it jolts very hard several times until the foot is off the pedal, then it drops into whatever speed-appropriate gear and drives normally. Fluid is normal qty, normal color, normal smell. No other issues. Maybe something very simple.

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

@@billsixx Do you have to kick it down into a certain gear for this problem?

Is this a manual??

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

Manual Transmission? No auto

What happened to the rest of part 1?

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

I have a few parts to the rebuild video, maybe part 2

Hey .... Looking for 2008_2012 jeep liberty rebuild .. Professional work God bless u ...

@GaryFerraro

2 жыл бұрын

42RLE Will keep that in mind

A true craftsman at work. Have you ever thought of fixing watches? I noticed you didn't soak your friction disks in trans fluid. Is that a bit of a myth? Thank you for the videos.

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

That's really builders choice, never had a problem. Never thought of fixing watches lol. Thanks for watching

@kevinjohnson9372

3 жыл бұрын

@@GaryFerraro I think clocks and watches are neat but my hands and eyes are better suited for bigger parts and pieces

@GaryFerraro

3 жыл бұрын

@@kevinjohnson9372 you do watch repair

Audi a6 transmission information

Definitely not a DIY job!!!

@GaryFerraro

8 ай бұрын

But not a bad trans to work on

@Yoyo81828

8 ай бұрын

@@GaryFerraro the trans shop just told me they found a broken snap ring in the pan of my 42re. $2800 to rebuild. All gears work fine for now. Going to run it until it fails.

@GaryFerraro

8 ай бұрын

The snap ring is the overdrive/direct snap ring, they break all the time, may be ok for a while, snap ring is held by a very heavy spring in the extension housing section of the trans.@@Yoyo81828