i think i srewed up my transmission

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by TheRedskinsWay, May 26, 2012.

  1. Pmracing

    Pmracing Road Train Member

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    That is a check for engine mounts. When my left one went bad the shift column seemed like it was going to hit the passenger seat!

    But like others have said, it could be tranny mounts, etc...

    And I know a little about cars, not much about trucks.

    Mikeeee
     
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  3. GasHauler

    GasHauler Master FMCSA Interpreter

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    Just be careful what you say to the mechanics because the first thing they will do is blame you for the problem. That's why I asked if you float.
     
  4. NYROADIE

    NYROADIE Heavy Load Member

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    Get it in to the shop ASAP!! Say nothing about any potholes! You noticed it the other night when when it happened for the first time. (true) If it is a bad tranny mount it could effect the driveline angle and that could cause a problem with a u-joint or carryer bearing and thats BAD NEWS!! Ever see what can happen when a truck looses a drive shaft? I have besides the shaft and the exhaust system (straight truck) the drive shaft actually bent the frame and lifted the rear of the truck off the road!
     
  5. Voyager1968

    Voyager1968 Road Train Member

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    Been there, done that...it's not fun. Mack dealer forgot to tighten the 2 bottom mounts, and while grabbing gears on a freeway uphill get on ramp with a heavy load, it all came apart.
     
  6. TheRedskinsWay

    TheRedskinsWay Light Load Member

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    #### you guys are good! it was a engine mount. Im going to be put in another truck tomorrow (Please dont give me an auto!pleeeeeeassse!)
     
  7. -MadMax-

    -MadMax- Light Load Member

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    Dunno about a Big Truck but to change out a motor mount on your typical 4wheeler is NOT a drawn out affair.
     
  8. Ruges

    Ruges Light Load Member

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    its not a drawn out affair on a truck either. Of course geting to the point where a mechanic will acualy be working on it is. Sure driver we will get to that truck next monday.
     
  9. TheRedskinsWay

    TheRedskinsWay Light Load Member

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    i talked to the guy. its not a drawn out affair its just that they dont have that part and will take awhile to find the part, then when they find the part they have to wait for it to arrive. it will just be easier and faster for them to put me in another truck.
     
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