How long is a rebuilt transmission good for?

How long is a rebuilt transmission good for?

However, if a rebuilt unit is paid more attention and care in terms of small, regular maintenance jobs, this ‘like new’ unit could conceivably last as long as any new unit – around 150,000 to 200,000 miles on average.

Do rebuilt transmissions have a warranty?

A rebuilt transmission is typically covered by a 12-month/12,000 mile warranty (whichever comes first). This is a very basic warranty, but it will pay for repairs, should there be any defective parts in the transmission or torque converter.

How long does it take to rebuild a transmission?

When rebuilding the transmission in your vehicle, it will typically take 3-5 business days and sometimes more. In some cases a remanufactured transmission installer may be able to get a transmission locally and install it sooner, saving rebuild time. Most remanufactured transmissions are tested on a transmission dynamometer.

When do you replace hard parts in a transmission?

Typically soft parts are replaced at the time of rebuild. Bushings are typically replaced as needed, and the same goes for bearings and washers. If you want all of the “soft parts” changed at the time of rebuild, make sure to request that type of rebuild kit. Hard parts are parts made of steel or aluminum inside your transmission.

Can a valve body be replaced in a transmission rebuild?

The Valve body can make or break a good transmission rebuild. The valve body can be replaced as needed with used, re manufactured or new parts, but is typically cleaned and reused. The valve body inspection, cleaning, and re-assembly is one of the most critical parts of the entire transmission overhaul procedure.

Which is more expensive internal transmission or external transmission rebuild?

Internal and external transmission updates are available to all transmission rebuild centers. Remanufactured transmissions tend to be much more expensive. It may be the mark up of the transmission installer of the replacement transmission, or the transmission supplier who supplies the transmission to the installer.