Transmission Replacement '99 D1

[9dawgs]

I'm facing a tranny removal and replacement and need some tips on doing this. I've replaced transmissions before but never on a Land Rover. Are there any special tools needed or tricks & tips that may make this job less painful? Also, if anyone has photos it would be helpful. I already have the RAVE factory repair manual on CD. Thanks

[texaninmass]

I would read up on threads about getting the bolts detached from the exhaust manifold to the Y exhaust system. I just replaced the transfer case on mine and although it was not necessary (It will be to remove the transmission) I was told I would have to remove the exhaust.

I removed it on the donor truck I was taking the good transfer case out of and even after taking a lot of time using PB Blaster and some other techniques, it still was tough. I don't believe there are any specialized tools other than regular shop tools you will need.

On thing I would recommend after spending several days on my back under both trucks is that if you are going to have to do this on your back, make sure you raise the truck up on 4 jack stands.
On the first truck that I removed the transfer case from, I did put the truck on 4 stands but I did not raise the truck very high on the stands.(Thinking it would be easier to get the case down to the floor with a lower height) It was really tight and difficult to work under.
On the donor truck I took the good transfer case out of, I learned my lesson and raised the truck higher on the stands and it made a huge difference on my ability to move around. (I also had a Creeper)

just my 2 cents....good luck

Anthony

[9dawgs]

Thanks Anthony. I did a search before I posted and saw your thread on the transfer case removal. I'm keeping your recommendations :>) I should be into this thing next week sometime.

Oddly enough my daughter has been driving my D1 for awhile now... Her boyfriend (aka fiance) was driving it when the transmission went out.

[Elemental]

Originally Posted by 9dawgs

Are there any special tools needed or tricks & tips that may make this job less painful? Also, if anyone has photos it would be helpful.

A habor frieght winch is ideal. Strap it on a tre and lift it up nose first. Makes it MUCH easier to r&r a transmission.

Example.
Great deal on an 8,000 pound winch

[texaninmass]

Elemamental,
Check out the transfer case thread, I did use it to replace the transfer case. That one I am not embarrassed about

Anthony