This video clip was taken from the component section of the 4 hour long and very detailed film. Performance automatic recognized the future potential of this transmission and quickly went about. If you wondered how to rebuild 4r70w automatic gearbox, be sure its pretty easy. We work with different manufacturers in the development of stronger parts. Fords c4 cruiseomatic and selectshift 3speed automatic transmission is a lightduty unit intended for sixcylinder and smallblock v8 engines. Fits ford aod transmissions 19801990 with cast iron drum. The tranny i used was from an 88 markvii which is a typical example of the aod and changes made through the years are pointed out in the video. Well the torque converter has tig welded fins, is balanced and leak tested. Aod transmission gasket and seal rebuild kit 19801993 with filter 2wd ford. Aod transmission rebuild kit with clutch plates and steel plates. Patc builds ford performance transmissions in many levels. Youll easily be able to watch each section when its most convenient for you. This is just the beginning of your aod rebuild, watch the subreassembly and rebuild videos for indepth instructions on putting it all back. First offered in full sized ford cars and trucks in 1979, this transmission quickly found its way into the ever popular 5.
Techtips how to disassemble ford aod transmissions. Rebuilding and modifying the aod, aode and 4r70w, author george reid walks you through the process stepbystep, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper reinstallation, and road testing. Patc ford transmissions, c6, aod, 4r70w, 4r100, 5r110w and others. Watch aod rebuild monster transmission online vimeo on. The transmission has a shift correction kit installed and the total unit is then dyno tested on the patc transmission dyno. This trans was built before, has the wider band and later reverse input drum. To rebuild an aod, aode, or 4r70wseries transmission, you must first remove it from the vehicle. Transmissions, racing transmissions, c4 transmissions, c6 transmissions, aod.
How to service a transmission ford f150 19952003 4r70w. Rebuilding and modifying the aod, aode and 4r70w, author george reid walks you through the process stepbystep, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper reinstallation and road testing. Our transmissions are all extensively modified to be highly competitive and very durable. Versions of the c4 have also been produced for bigblocks. The key here is to take sharp, wellfocused images and liberal notes during each phase of disassembly. This is a high performance nonelectronic 4r70w transmission. How to video series on ford transmissions and rears i have produced and ed videos on overhauling the ford c6, early and late c4c5, aod, fmx and the t5 five speed transmission as well as rebuilding the ford 8. The aod was used in rear axle drive ford cars and trucks from 1980 to 1991 as well as 9293 in trucks, mustangs and tbirds.
Allow the fluid to drain overnight with the pan removed if you can. There is also a vast selection in the performance transmission aftermarket for fords aod, where you can stuff seven and eight clutches into the direct clutch. Patc ford performance transmissions, c4, c6, aod, 4r70w, e4od, 4r100, 5r110w, 6r80 and others. In this video, i teardown an aod from my friends 1989 mustang, problem is blown converter. Rebuilding an aod, aode, or 4r70w has always been perceived as a task for professionals only. Rebuilding and modifying the aod, aode and 4r70w sa design workbench howto by george reid 20140612 paperback january 1, 1727 4. Aod,ford,technical manuals,atsg books,updates videos. Torque converters, flex plates, ford transmissions, chevy transmissions, chevrolet.
How to rebuild a ford 4r70w automatic transmission part i. Aod transmission aod levels 2 and 3 dominator junior and dominator junior extreme 550 and 600 hp rated classic mustang conversion special. Feb 05, 2010 how to rebuild the ford aod transmission duration. Feb 10, 2006 the transmision in my truck had been rebilt once before so i dont know if it is the original aod transmission but i do no it is an aod i also noticed when i took it apart that accummulator 34 is missing but i dont know if it is supposed to be there or not since ford had 4 different options as to which piston was used or if one was used in the.
However, if you really want to understand automatic transmission function, you can perform the rebuild at home. Performance overhaul kits 700 r4 street smart system transmission street strip. Although the film is geared to the novice, the aod is an advanced designed. Watch how to rebuild the ford aod transmission online vimeo. Taking apart the trans on the 1988 ford crown victoria. Another solution is the e8ly7f283a direct clutch drum first used in the aod in 1988, which accommodates one addi tional clutch disc and plate, for a total of six clutches. Because the aod is longer, the crossmember must position the mount farther to the rear of the vehicle to support the transmission. Aod transmission parts aod transmission rebuild kits. Follow this book carefully, pay close attention to all the details, and you can achieve great success rebuilding your ford aod. Because you want a clean job with a minimum of fuss, drain all fluids from the transmission sump and torque converter. Bad shoe productions how to video series ford transmissions. Rebuilding and modifying the aod, aode and 4r70w sa design workbench howto reid, george on.
Tools needed to rebuild a ford aod automatic transmission duration. Plagued with soft shifts and poor reliability,the aod was not originally designed with performance in mind. Ford aod transmission installation and swapping guide by diy ford. This book contains the general description of the transmission, adjustment procedures, diagnosis, removal and installation in the vehicle and disassembly and assembly of the unit. Aod transmission parts aod transmission bushing kit aod transmission rebuild kits aod transmission filters aod transmission bands aod transmission sprags aod transmission thrust washers, aod transmission bushing, aod transmission gaskets, aod transmission tools, aod transmission fluid additives, aod transmission solenoids, aod transmission repair manuals, aod transmission servo pistons, aod.
Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Performance modifications are also covered, as well. The 4r70w transmission was significantly enlarged to be installed to the car with an extremely powerful engine. The 4r70w ford overdrive transmission is an updated version of fords longrunning aod transmission that first appeared in the 80s. Up to 75 % off ford aod, aode, 4r70w, 4r75w, 4r70e, 4r75e transmission overhaul kits check out the deal on ford aode 4r70w atsg transmission service manual rebuild overhaul at oregon performance transmission rebuild parts for 700r4 4l60e 4l80e e4od oct 25, 2010 this is a complete video of the assembly of a 4r70w transmission.
This kit includes and updated viton converter seal, paper and rubber gaskets, lip seals, sealing rings, orings, and metal clad seals. Aod performance transmissions and parts for gm, ford. Multiple warehouse locations in las vegas and the east coast gets you transmission parts fast. Ford aod automatic transmission disassembly the school of shift. The c4 was produced from 1964 through 1981 at fords sharonville, ohio, transmission plant. Aod gasket and seal rebuild kit with 2wd filter raybestos clutch set, kevlar band for ford automatic transmissions 19801993. Ford automatic transmission overhaul haynes techbook. Oct 16, 2015 how to rebuild a ford 4r70w automatic transmission part i matthew damato. Frictions, disks and clutch are made of special alloy of ultrahighstrength. How to rebuild a ford 4r70w automatic transmission part i matthew damato. Jan 15, 2010 taking apart the trans on the 1988 ford crown victoria. Rebuilding and modifying the aod, aode and 4r70w walks you through the rebuild process stepbystep, from removing the. The ford aod transmission was the first domestic produced automatic overdrive transmission.
The complete disassembly of the ford aod automatic transmission. Nov 24, 2015 the 4r70w ford overdrive transmission is an updated version of fords longrunning aod transmission that first appeared in the 80s. Aod transmission kits aod transmission rebuild kits. Tools needed to rebuild a ford aod automatic transmission. The aod takes a 164tooth aod specific flexplate instead of the smaller 157tooth pieces common to the c4 and early ford manual transmissions. Patc is on the cutting edge of performance rear wheel drive american transmission development. Low power stalling and quick shifting concerns fixed. Nov 23, 2009 the 4r70w ford overdrive transmission is an updated version of fords longrunning aod transmission that first appeared in the 80s. Ford lincoln mercury transmission parts aod page 1. Automatic transmission rebuild kits aod transmission type. May 02, 2018 the world famous curt thomas will teach you stepbystep from start to finish on rebuilding an aod transmission. The world famous curt thomas will teach you stepbystep from start to finish on rebuilding an aod transmission. Unfollow ford aod transmission to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.