Phil, those transmissions were not overly strong. It sounds like it will
need replacing or an overhaul in the near future. A used one (if you can
find one) will run 750-1000 plus shipping.
Cal
----- Original Message -----
From: <philh@pigvig.net>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Friday, January 19, 2001 12:17 PM
Subject: DML: Urgent - need buying advice (tranny noise)
> Hi guys,
>
> Need some quickie advice on a prospective purchase. I'm looking at an '89
> Dodge D100 pickup with 3.9V6 and 5-speed. I think this is the same
drivetrain
> found in the Dak of those years.
>
> Anyhow, the tranny is noisy and I'm not sure if this should disuade me
from
> buying the truck. In my opinion, a noisy gearbox is not necessarily bad,
but
> I've heard that these tranny parts are not readily available and the
rebuilds
> can be expensive.
>
> I know I'm expecting alot, but if anyone could get back with me today or
early
> tommorow, I would be grateful.
>
> Regards
> Phil Hyde
> Houston, TX
>
>
>
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