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  • fomoco59
    Super-Experienced
    • Jun 10 2005
    • 729

    #16
    R&R on my Cruise-O cost me about $500 in 2001. Wouldn't be suprised if it's doubled since then.
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    Mike Lemmon
    '59 Raven Black Hardtop

    http://www.tbirdregistry.com/viewdat...tryNumber=2461

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    • FeFranco
      Experienced
      • Jan 13 2007
      • 232

      #17
      I had my C-O-M rebuilt by a very reputable transmission shop. I think that is where I would start if I were you. I to wanted to change to a C6 when I originally started my plan to replace the 352 to a strong 390. When I spoke to the trans man about my plan he told me that when he gets through with it I should not have any problems with the C-O-M behind the 390. So, I took his opinion, didn't have to make any modifications and it shifts really nice (snappy for the lack of a better word). The converter was upgraded to about a 2000-2200 stall speed. El Guapo recommended http://www.broaderperformance.com/ and you should give them a call. Shipping might be a hassle, but they are definitely worth a look/call.

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        #18
        THANKS for all of the feed back !

        i appreciate it !

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        • danowens3
          Experienced
          • Dec 29 2005
          • 102

          #19
          Thank you!

          Thank you to everyone for the advice on the transmission. I decided today to have the transmission re-built. The guy at the tranny shop said he is going to replace the front bushing bearing (I think that is what he said), he ordered new bands, will put in a re-build kit and of course new filter and fluid for $1239.00 and I will have the car back in 2-3 days. Stinks to have to do it, but I guess 47 years and nearly 100k on the transmission and it is certainly been a reliable transmission. The rest of the car has been restored and is a real head turner and gets lots of attention at local car shows. Only things not original or replacement original parts are the headers I put on and I could not help myself from putting fancy wheels on. These cars are a lot of fun and a joy to drive. Thanks again, Dan

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          • Dan Leavens
            Moderator / Administrator


            • Oct 4 2006
            • 6366

            #20
            Hi Guys

            Have been reading these threads about the cruise-o-matic with some interest. I would tend to agree that rebuilding the original ( where possible ) is the best route to take. I have question about D1 being the normal drive vs D2 second gear. At what speed, does the D1 become load intensive on the tranny. By that I mean, is it preferable say in city driving around 30-40 mph, to leave it in D1 instead of D2?? My 58
            is very strong and responsive at 65 -70 mph to kick in when
            needed in D2.

            Dano Calgary,Alberta
            Dano Calgary,Alberta Canada
            Thunderbird Registry
            58HT #33317
            60 HT (Sold )

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