I bought an AP2 transmission probably 5 years from a low mileage accident part out. I had every intention of swapping out my AP1 transmission for this one, but money and schedule kept pushing this back and I decided to just beat on the AP1 trans until the clutch or trans failed. At this point, I am close to getting the original trans out but before I put in this AP2 trans I've had sitting, is there any preparation or checks I can do with it outside the car? Maybe attach the shifter and make sure I can get it into gears? Just want to do my due diligence before I get it back in. Thanks!

 

If you really want a great test, spin the tailshaft with a drill. Once up to speed, run the shifter through the gears 6-1 and back up.

The trans shafts will be easier to get moving in 6th gear, then go 5-4-3-2-1, Then 2-3-4-5-6.

 

Good to know!

But, how to attach drill to trans shaft?

 

 

I've seen Bill use this technique on my trans.

 

The stuff you can learn on this site!

 

I'm guessing rotation direction is important?

-- Chuck

 

Facebook is WAY better. /s

 

Would love an answer on this

 

Do you run your motors backwards often? Probably not a good idea to spin the transmission backwards either
If you stand in front of engine it should turn clockwise.