I know this is a very technical / mechanical video, but I wanted to show you the BTS of this job and what goes into it. BusLife isn’t just puppies and ice cream. It’s expensive break downs and repairs.
Not that they aren't, but this video is the kind of thing that will keep a mechanic honest. I think the fact that they allowed you to make this video in the first place shows their honesty. Brilliant idea to make this documentary of the tear down and diagnosis. Awesome video.
I would take my business there. Those two look to be very knowledgeable and seem like they enjoy what they do. Very nice of them to take the time to let you film the process and explain what they are looking for to determine whats good and bad.
Hey Jax hello guys at the transmission repair. I’m from Indianapolis and my grandfather worked at Allison in Speedway. So did our neighbor. I enjoy watching stuff like this. My husband was a Chrysler mechanic for 17 years before buying a Chrysler dealership. So watching repair is enjoyable to me.
This was super interesting! It's so enjoyable watching someone who knows the topic at hand SO well that they can talk to a layman about it with ease in a way that brings understanding. That is surely not an easy job, but those guys make it LOOK easy.
Amazing I've never seen so many parts.in one place the fact that they remember where they all go is a miracle!! They look like they know what they are doing!
You are very fortunate to have found a professional shop like that! Even though they found many worn parts they were thorough and honest in their inspection. Looks like you’ll have no worries once this is back together. What a wonderful shop. Nice guys.
It's awesome that these guys let you in the back, walked you through the inspection/rebuild and video them as well. Most wouldn't. Good choice on upgrading to the mt643 and I love your beginning comment on not replacing a good trans out of fear. While the at545 isn't great, there is so much fear mongering that goes on about it on the forums it isn't funny.
I love it, I just dropped off my mt643 this morning to have it rebuilt. Thank you for doing this, this will help me understand what is wrong with mine.
Bud Sims the guys say it’s mostly the wear parts aka the friction, but as you can see, there’s a ton of seals and gaskets in there. Hope it goes well for ya!
On the price really depends on what hard parts go out. The planetary gears would be the most. If they have one there you should have them show what the inside of a manual trans looks like.
Hi Jax, a really cool video, I have never seen a complete strip down of a clutch so this was really interesting. The 2 people in the video Jax I would hang onto as they definitely know their stuff. Cool, thanks for sharing. x
Very interesting info, I had a general understanding of auto transmission operation but good to see the internals. I hope they know where all the bit go back into.
great video Jax, and really good timing as I have a transmission rebuild coming up and have no real idea of what to expect.....until now - thanks to the pros too!!
Great video Jax. Thank god you only have to replace the torque converter input hub and at least the torque converter is rebuildable. Can you tell us the cost to rebuild the 643, please?
Good stuff you're videos a becoming more like the Canadian RV guru Badge. That is truth and letting all know reality about bus life 😋😊😂 now your looking more stable like a Jack- Jax😉
this is an excellent video.. amazing how similar to a 545 it is inside.. just alot beefier.. can you guys do a video on valve body checking and adjustments? I have a 643 that every shift is perfect except my WOT 3-4 is low.. the shifts are 2600-2700 WOT for 1-2, and 2-3, but my 3-4 is low at 2300-2400 RPM,.. i understand its possible at the valve body to adjust single shifts with the trim wheels.. my experience with allisons has been with the newer stuff where I adjust the shifting by changing the computer program.. id like to raise my 3-4 shift on this 643.. my modulator cable and shift cable adjustments are correct according to my IH manual..
Hi Jax Love it thank you .If you know the insides you can help the techs trouble shoot your problems .They have my business, I have done dozens of manual trans and engines but have never been in an automatic trans . I will stick to BBQ now that I have seen there work and just take my trans there . Thank you for everything you help us with . Keith
Hi Jax, We have the AT545 in a 3800 - it seems fine, but we are going to at least change the rear end for better highways speeds. Do you think also swapping the trans to the 643 is worth it if the 545 is working with no issues?
Hi jax kirk, I know exactly what they are saying lol. Been there done that I used to rebuild transmissions I loved it. They were reasonable to rebuild back in the eighties when I did it. Was it really expensive for your transmission to rebuild if I can ask. Have a wonderful weekend my friend.
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I know this is a very technical / mechanical video, but I wanted to show you the BTS of this job and what goes into it. BusLife isn’t just puppies and ice cream. It’s expensive break downs and repairs.
Jax Austin don’t apologise mate, this was very interesting
Jax. Very interesting. Thanks for posting.
Thank you for sharing this detailed info with all of us. It's good to know this stuff!
Not that they aren't, but this video is the kind of thing that will keep a mechanic honest. I think the fact that they allowed you to make this video in the first place shows their honesty. Brilliant idea to make this documentary of the tear down and diagnosis. Awesome video.
Excellent information and so glad I found this!
I would take my business there. Those two look to be very knowledgeable and seem like they enjoy what they do. Very nice of them to take the time to let you film the process and explain what they are looking for to determine whats good and bad.
Hey Jax hello guys at the transmission repair. I’m from Indianapolis and my grandfather worked at Allison in Speedway. So did our neighbor. I enjoy watching stuff like this. My husband was a Chrysler mechanic for 17 years before buying a Chrysler dealership. So watching repair is enjoyable to me.
Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed it!
Looks like you got a good shop that knows there stuff. It's a good piece of mind when you take your bus out in no man's land.
This is a epic video for every schooler or RVer with Alison trany. Very awesome video. Keep him on speed dial 🙏🙏🛠🛠🇨🇦
I sure will!! Thanks for watching!!
Almost as good as you would do...
Really they did a good informative vlog!
They nailed it 🛠🛠🛠🙏🙏🙏🙏
Great video Jax. I really admire that guy who talked you through the breakdown. He knows his stuff and has such a great attitude. Very cool.
Really nice and knowledgable Guy.
Nothing but professional personal there. Lifetime work for people like this.
Richard came highly recommended by Tony at AAA.
This was super interesting! It's so enjoyable watching someone who knows the topic at hand SO well that they can talk to a layman about it with ease in a way that brings understanding. That is surely not an easy job, but those guys make it LOOK easy.
Thank you and thanks to Arizona transmission and engine exchange. Was neat to see one of those apart.
You all did an awesome job making this video 👍 They definately would be the ones to call if anyone is in need of a mechanic :) Safe & happy travels
Thanks Mo!
Amazing I've never seen so many parts.in one place the fact that they remember where they all go is a miracle!!
They look like they know what they are doing!
You are very fortunate to have found a professional shop like that! Even though they found many worn parts they were thorough and honest in their inspection. Looks like you’ll have no worries once this is back together. What a wonderful shop. Nice guys.
Great guys. Nice to know what goes into a rebuild and how they determine what’s a keeper and what’s a throwaway
Good guys there. This was very informative and interesting. He sounds like the kind of guy anyone would enjoy being around.
Absolutely.
So awesome that this guy is letting you in the shop to watch/film and they're explaining so much of it; pretty good commercial but still awesome.
It's awesome that these guys let you in the back, walked you through the inspection/rebuild and video them as well. Most wouldn't. Good choice on upgrading to the mt643 and I love your beginning comment on not replacing a good trans out of fear. While the at545 isn't great, there is so much fear mongering that goes on about it on the forums it isn't funny.
Wow very cool it’s really hard to find a mechanic with integrity like that
what a great teacher the gentleman is, I feel like I learned a lot. thanks Jax
Glad you enjoyed! A peek at what happens behind the scenes
I love it, I just dropped off my mt643 this morning to have it rebuilt. Thank you for doing this, this will help me understand what is wrong with mine.
Bud Sims the guys say it’s mostly the wear parts aka the friction, but as you can see, there’s a ton of seals and gaskets in there. Hope it goes well for ya!
Trucker Who generally I don't know, but i have seen prices from $1700 to $3000. Mine will cost me $2395.
With install? Not bad!
Jax Austin nope that was me pulling it out and then me putting it back in.
On the price really depends on what hard parts go out. The planetary gears would be the most. If they have one there you should have them show what the inside of a manual trans looks like.
This man with the mustache knows a lot about exchange rates, Allison!When I visit the United States I would really like to meet him in person
He’s like the T-1000 version of Badge. Amazing knowledge.
Thanks Jax... fear of the unknown has taken a back seat.
Really interesting. Those guys know their stuff. Nicely presented Jax
Richard did an excellent job explaining.
He sure did!
Very interesting and informative!
Fascinating. I've always wondered what all went into an automatic transmission. Thanks for sharing
Steampunk Steve isn’t it cool? I can’t believe all that metal is responsible for everything it does!!
My transmission was replaced in 2007 or I'd ask my buddy Tony back in NY to tear into it
I thought that this was going to be a very boring video, I was wrong. Thank you for this video. I learned a lot, not enough to dyi, but learned.
I wouldn’t attempt this at home haha. It’s very intricate
Hi Jax, a really cool video, I have never seen a complete strip down of a clutch so this was really interesting. The 2 people in the video Jax I would hang onto as they definitely know their stuff. Cool, thanks for sharing. x
Thanks for watching, Sue
Jax, AWESOME VID MAN !! A lot of valuable info to have and see !! Outstanding Jax thanks 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
You got it! Lots of valuable information for those willing to watch.
Great detailed tear down on the Alison.
Fantastic !!! Thank you. Craig. Pa. Guy
I really Enjoyed this video❣️
I know it’s very technical, but it’s also very informative
Got the keeper of the souls today time to start reading
Yesss!!!
yo - jax. very good show. thanks.
Thanks for watching.
Very thorough..seem like good guys also ..great vid thanks!
Informative and entertaining as always! Thanks Jax
Glad you liked it! There’s a ton of good info in this one.
This video sure lived up to the hype
Glad you liked it. Hopefully it’s the only teardown on my channel 😂
Very interesting info, I had a general understanding of auto transmission operation but good to see the internals. I hope they know where all the bit go back into.
great video Jax, and really good timing as I have a transmission rebuild coming up and have no real idea of what to expect.....until now - thanks to the pros too!!
Good luck! It’s always nice to understand what exactly you’re having someone else fix
Big reason I made sure not to get a bus with the AT545 slush box, they just won't last. 643s are good units. I went with a MD3060 though....
Great video with some excellent mechanics!!!
Excellent information thanks
Thanks for watching
I love this guy
That was cool! ✌🐧
Now you are in my cup of tea mechanec the oil is just nasty in the TCV I think he was spot on
Great video Jax. Thank god you only have to replace the torque converter input hub and at least the torque converter is rebuildable. Can you tell us the cost to rebuild the 643, please?
Great video
Awesome! Where can I find the follow up video?
very cool. are you going to film the rebuild?
The next video!
Progress!
I saved this video, what an awesome and interesting info! I love mechanical stuff 👍🏽
Good stuff you're videos a becoming more like the Canadian RV guru Badge. That is truth and letting all know reality about bus life 😋😊😂 now your looking more stable like a Jack- Jax😉
Teo some
People think they’re going to float around like a genie on a magic carpet, and I’m here to bring them back to reality lol.
Thank you Jax. So much learned. Fascinating! Great contacts, too! -Peace!
Thanks for watching
Thank you! 👍🏻
Thanks for watching, Bruce.
this is an excellent video.. amazing how similar to a 545 it is inside.. just alot beefier.. can you guys do a video on valve body checking and adjustments? I have a 643 that every shift is perfect except my WOT 3-4 is low.. the shifts are 2600-2700 WOT for 1-2, and 2-3, but my 3-4 is low at 2300-2400 RPM,.. i understand its possible at the valve body to adjust single shifts with the trim wheels.. my experience with allisons has been with the newer stuff where I adjust the shifting by changing the computer program.. id like to raise my 3-4 shift on this 643.. my modulator cable and shift cable adjustments are correct according to my IH manual..
Come on Jax! We know you could do this yourself?....I mean Badge???...No, Badge is smarter than that! LOL ....Good review!
I was going to do it blindfolded, but I didn’t want to upstage Badge.
Great Job Jax sharing an informative vlog. I truly enjoyed it.
Can you give us a ballpark cost for this work please. Thank you
Rebuilt parts and labor 1700
so many parts
So many
wow, great infos !! thanks !
what is the name of the shop you repaired the automatic transmission?
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Hi Jax Love it thank you .If you know the insides you can help the techs trouble shoot your problems .They have my business,
I have done dozens of manual trans and engines but have never been in an automatic trans . I will stick to BBQ now that I have
seen there work and just take my trans there . Thank you for everything you help us with . Keith
Haha id starve if I was a mechanic! I’ll join you at the bbq trailer!!
I'm really good at taking transmissions apart but putting them back together not so much
Abraço do Brasil
Hi Jax, We have the AT545 in a 3800 - it seems fine, but we are going to at least change the rear end for better highways speeds. Do you think also swapping the trans to the 643 is worth it if the 545 is working with no issues?
Hi jax kirk, I know exactly what they are saying lol. Been there done that I used to rebuild transmissions I loved it. They were reasonable to rebuild back in the eighties when I did it. Was it really expensive for your transmission to rebuild if I can ask. Have a wonderful weekend my friend.
1650 w parts! Pretty reasonable deal!
@@JaxAustin wow that is really reasonable for sure. Please give everyone the link to that shop. Thanks Jax
I'm replacing my AT545, the replacement gear box doesn't have the PTO gear (seen @8:00) do you have any info on replace/removal for it?
Is there a back and a front on the steels and frictions or are they same on both sides
How many miles were on this trans?
Also was this trans removed by you or would it cost more then 1700 if he had to remove it?
Thanks
Excellent video
I got this tranny at AAA bus. It had a few hundred and Richard doesn’t think it was well maintained. Labor is 1000
What is there recomended fluid change time , and if ? when not to change it ??
Always check w manufacturer. This tranny only takes $50/gal oil and the models have different requirements.
Buenas tengo una caja Allison 643 mt . La mandé a reparar pero no quiere aplicar reversa . Cuando aplica para delante no hace sin fuerza
is it possible to drain the torque converter on a 643 ?
do the allison 545 and the 643 share the same governor ? I have a spare
What I want to Know is are you going to put that PUZZLE Back Together ;)
I wish I knew how
How much does a rebuild cost
How much is a 545 rebuild ?
I wish your question was answered . I’m sure its different cost depending on shops but is it a 4000.00 or 2000.00 ?.
Só tem vidio em inglês só do Brasil aqui tem muitos câmbio Allison altomatico do Costellation 17280
love this stuff! thanks for sharing.. and a shout out to my hometown and home to allison transmissions.. lol!!
How much does something like this cost? a lot i bet!
1700 parts and labor
How chk
Girvernor oroblem
Or modukator issue
Where is location on modulator re lik ay
2000 fl70.
Mt643.
Late up shift
And higher pm.
Are you still active on here?
✔🔧
Literally cut out the only part that I actually wanted to see which was removing the front pump.
First
confirmed
Wow if every mechanic gave that level of information. We would love them . Sadly the are greedy in nost places and charge you un Godly amounts.
Yeah. Richard was happy to share and it get more in depth than that
What is the telephone number for this mechanic shop?