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Subject:Re: Auto Trans Rumbling
From:David Milo
Date:Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:09:08 -0500

Off hand, I would say how are your engine / transmission mounts?

Dave

On Sat, Nov 21, 2009 at 8:59 AM, Jeff Lincoln <magikvw@gmail.com> wrote:

> OK gang -
>
> I've noticed that when in drive but stopped at a light or stop sign things
> get very "rumbly". Low rumbling and vibration. It does not do this in
> Neutral or park.
>
> What gives? My brother says torque converter - but as much as I love him
> he's a dork so I am asking you.
>
> Things have been fine. So did I line something up wrong when I mated the
> new
> engine to the trans? Low fluid (I haven't checked yet but will) - the fluid
> shouldn't be low - I changed the filter and seal on the pan when while we
> had it out.
>
> Ok, I anxiously await your wisdom and reports of impending doom!!!!
>
> --
> Thanks,
>
> Jeff
> '90 Carat (Grover)
> '86 (We call this one Parts)
> '78 Bus (Melissa) Patty's Bus
>

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