Transmission works in reverse but not forward. Any thoughts? Burnt smelling fluid.
Thanks in advance
Transmission works in reverse but not forward. Any thoughts? Burnt smelling fluid.
Thanks in advance
Chester Sams
Most likely it?s the forward clutches that are burned. This could have happened because of a misadjusted throttle valve rod or running type F fluid.
Chilton's in period Fordomatic manual says for no forward drive, in order of likelihood;
1. Front band out of adjustment
2. Front servo not applying
3. Front clutch inoperative
4. Valves sticking in control valve
5. Improper hydraulic operating pressure
6. Pressure regulator faulty
Given the burnt smelling oil it would have to be 1 or 3, or both.
In any event obviously its a strip down job.
Last edited by Mark Norris; 12-02-2020 at 01:16 PM.
Mark Norris
C56G3186
1963 Aston Martin DB4 Series V Vantage
1951 C-type Jaguar (alloy replica)
1934 Lagonda M45 Tourer
Ok so I tore it down. Found this case cracked and someone tried to repair it using a cap screw. ( See pictures ) would this allow it to " breath " enough to let servos not function properly?IMG_20201202_141643370.jpgIMG_20201202_141643370.jpgIMG_20201202_141710050.jpg
Chester Sams
In addition to lubrication, the ATF is also responsible for power transmission, the hydraulic valves and the function of the converter.
I always would change the fluid first before disassembling the gearbox, especially if the oil is burned.
Holger Klausing
C56B1966
C56C2503
The case being cracked is a death sentence for that transmission and it happens more often than you think. I have a spare 57 transmission that works but I?m not so sure I want to part with it in the event mine quits working also.
Milsteads Garage. How does one send a PM on this site? SMH?
What would cause all the clutches in the forward drum to burn?
Number 1 reason I think for the clutches to burn out would be the throttle valve rod being out of adjustment. This can happen if somebody messed with the carburetor and didn?t check the rest of the linkage adjustment. Also, everyone thinks it?s a kickdown rod when it controls all of your fluid pressures. They will burn clutches under pressurized and burn fluid/overheat overpressurized.
Milsteads Garage
Are you referring to the detent rod? It is missing on this car. I wonder if that would have anything to do with it?
Also I saw where they said not to use Type F fluid. Type A isn't available what do you recommend using? Dexron 3?
Thanks for your time and input everyone.
It is much appreciated.