10L80 - filled transmission at wrong temp???

[B-train]

I do, that absolutely is clear.


I've asked them to send me the error codes they said they were seeing, as well as any graph outputs that would aid me in making a decision.

I also got a second opinion, and to change those two components, the cost was almost equal between the dealer and this other shop, which is apparently highly reputable. $5k is the amount.

FWIW, a new transmission is $13k, from the dealer. The transmission shop I spoke to that gave me the second opinion, stated that it's difficult if not impossible for THEM to do a rebuild because they just don't have the experience with it.

WOW! That is ridiculously expensive. I see your point now. The automakers have been working hard for years to fine tune the "bending over a barrel" process......it seems that with the current newer generations it is starting to be accomplished. I'll stick with slightly older stuff with a 6 speed. I'm stuck with an 8 speed too, but thankfully it has been quite robust.

Best of luck buddy.

 

[NickTransmissions]

I do, that absolutely is clear.


I've asked them to send me the error codes they said they were seeing, as well as any graph outputs that would aid me in making a decision.

I also got a second opinion, and to change those two components, the cost was almost equal between the dealer and this other shop, which is apparently highly reputable. $5k is the amount.

FWIW, a new transmission is $13k, from the dealer. The transmission shop I spoke to that gave me the second opinion, stated that it's difficult if not impossible for THEM to do a rebuild because they just don't have the experience with it.

Wow...well, they don't call it the stealership for nothing...Too bad you're not in Vegas otherwise I'd offer to overhaul your transmission for cost of parts just so I can learn them and put videos on my channel...I'd go through the entire valve body diagnosis procedure mentioned above then tear down / inspect the case so we know if there's any damage or wear to soft parts and to what extent, etc...

 

[Hobert]

Wow...well, they don't call it the stealership for nothing...Too bad you're not in Vegas otherwise I'd offer to overhaul your transmission for cost of parts just so I can learn them and put videos on my channel...I'd go through the entire valve body diagnosis procedure mentioned above then tear down / inspect the case so we know if there's any damage or wear to soft parts and to what extent, etc...

Do I see a road trip in your future

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[jyi786]

Wow...well, they don't call it the stealership for nothing...Too bad you're not in Vegas otherwise I'd offer to overhaul your transmission for cost of parts just so I can learn them and put videos on my channel...I'd go through the entire valve body diagnosis procedure mentioned above then tear down / inspect the case so we know if there's any damage or wear to soft parts and to what extent, etc...

That's a very, very kind offer! Though I'm not sure how I'd do such a thing, unless I ship my truck to you. I can't afford to take a road trip at the moment, and am currently without a vehicle. Truly stuck in a pickle, so to speak.

 

[jyi786]

Update: I found another very reputable transmission shop in the area. I actually spoke directly to the tech who does the transmission rebuilds. He imparted ALL the same knowledge that @NickTransmissions did, which was surprising. The unfortunate thing is that the cost of rebuilding the transmission, he said, is $11k, but that is an extreme last resort, and he would not recommend it unless his diagnostics show that it was required.

I'm going to take my truck away from the dealer, drop it off with him, and have him do a proper diagnosis. Again, fun thing is how he stated he would do diagnose the issue, valve body included, was exactly the same as @NickTransmissions said he would.

 

[NickTransmissions]

Update: I found another very reputable transmission shop in the area. I actually spoke directly to the tech who does the transmission rebuilds. He imparted ALL the same knowledge that @NickTransmissions did, which was surprising. The unfortunate thing is that the cost of rebuilding the transmission, he said, is $11k, but that is an extreme last resort, and he would not recommend it unless his diagnostics show that it was required.

I'm going to take my truck away from the dealer, drop it off with him, and have him do a proper diagnosis. Again, fun thing is how he stated he would do diagnose the issue, valve body included, was exactly the same as @NickTransmissions said he would.

Outstanding! Definitely pays to shop around....

 

[jyi786]

I forgot some more info. We spent some time and talked rebuild. He stated that if we were to do a rebuild, he would rebuild with UPGRADED AND HARDENED PARTS, so even if I were to go with a new transmission from the dealer, I'd be back at this point no matter what again. I thought that in and of itself was worth it.

 

[BlaineBug]

$11,000 for a trans rebuild. God help us.

 

[jyi786]

$11,000 for a trans rebuild. God help us.

Tell me about it. This inflation crap is seriously getting out of hand.

It was very very refreshing to talk to an actual, knowledgeable person. We'll see exactly how this plays out. The tech said he should be able to give me a definitive diagnostic in no more than 2 days tops.

 

[BlaineBug]

Tell me about it. This inflation crap is seriously getting out of hand.

It was very very refreshing to talk to an actual, knowledgeable person. We'll see exactly how this plays out. The tech said he should be able to give me a definitive diagnostic in no more than 2 days tops.

About 1/5-1/6 the median US salary just for a transmission rebuild. How much does a quality OEM or better rebuild kit cost? And how long to rebuild? Sure, pay the tech $200 an hour. How does that add up to $11,000? The local Chevrolet dealership hourly shop rate is $179.95.