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Re: Please Help! I Know Nothing! [worriedmom2]
by cob
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Jan 30, 2007 (9:37 am)
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Replying to: worriedmom2 (Jan 29, 2007 7:33 pm)
Unfortunately a new transmission installed will cost more than the van is worth. You could try taking it to a certified transmission shop (not a dealership) and have them take a look. It may be a minor fix that costs less than $500. Do you still have the 4 forward gears? Is the transmission fluid up to the correct level on the dip stick?
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Re: WTB Astro w manual trans... [boxdin]
by cwhart7
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Mar 03, 2007 (7:02 pm)
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Replying to: boxdin (Mar 01, 2005 8:53 pm)
We have an 88 astro van with a 5 speed manual and the 4.3 liter 6 cylinder. It works fine, have replaced the clutch a couple of times and the Hydraulic master and slave cylinders are a problem every three years or so. The replacements are not very good, the slaves suck air often, and the rubber on the masters turns to powder in the fluid. My son is driving the car now. It only has about 123K on it, and is just starting to rust through. We live in the northeast, so salt has been a constant driving companion. You can spin tires when ever you want, but it is a RW drive, so thats sort of expected. It is the short wheelbase, and is well balanced, tows well with a trailer under 2000 lbs. Can tow more, but dont recommend that much.
Shifter is between the seats, stiff boot, often would shift it self out of gear when parked and hit by a gust of wind. Seems funny, but I have had to chase the car twice when mechanics left it in gear with the parking brake released. You ever had to chase and get in a car while it was rolling? And stop it when the power brakes were not really working, (or the steering). Once it was left by a young mechanic running in neutral with the brake released. In the middle of the Sears Garage.
Thanks
Chris
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Re: WTB Astro w manual trans... [cwhart7]
by rwd2
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Mar 05, 2007 (4:13 pm)
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Replying to: cwhart7 (Mar 03, 2007 7:02 pm)
Is this a Van that is for sale? Where in the Northeast are you located? Thanks, Tim
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Re: WTB Astro w manual trans... [rwd2]
by claires HOST
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Mar 06, 2007 (11:40 pm)
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Replying to: rwd2 (Mar 05, 2007 4:13 pm)
Hi, Tim,
He's responding to a post about manual transmissions in the Astro. Buying and selling aren't allowed here.
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Re: WTB Astro w manual trans... [claires]
by rwd2
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Mar 07, 2007 (8:48 am)
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Replying to: claires (Mar 06, 2007 11:40 pm)
Thank you Claires, Sorry, my bad, just learning. I appreciate the reply, Tim
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Transmission Filter Change
by olehounddog
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Mar 30, 2007 (8:37 am)
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1996 Safari, 140,000 miles, minor slip between 1st and 2nd when cold. After warming it is fine. Don't know if the fluid and filter have ever been changed or not. Oil change guy said the fluid was dirty but because of the miles they would not change it. Should I have it changed or let it ride?
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Re: Transmission Filter Change [olehounddog]
by rwd2
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Mar 30, 2007 (10:50 am)
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Replying to: olehounddog (Mar 30, 2007 8:37 am)
I have to assume you are talking about an automatic transmission. This Post was based on a manual transmission but I believe I can share some helpful information. I don't believe the "Oil change guy" is correct, if he has found your fluid to be dirty he should have encouraged you to change it right away as to not cause any further damage or slippage. If you have your Manual from GMC you will find their fluid change reference guide. I believe you should change the fluid, filter, and gasket, right away. You may be facing a more expensive towing bill otherwise. Just to note, low fluid could also cause your transmission to slip. Keep in mind when your fluid warms up it is able to circulate easier. I would suggest it is the filter and you should change it with the fluid. You may want to try a different Oil change guy! Tim 
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Re: Transmission Filter Change [olehounddog]
by raisyn
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Mar 30, 2007 (11:07 am)
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Replying to: olehounddog (Mar 30, 2007 8:37 am)
I have had mechanic shops tell me the same thing - because of high miles, they will not change the filter. The national chain "oil-change" place here in Knoxville will perform what they call transmission Tech Service. They do not remove the transmission pan but instead "backflush" the system, including the filter, with new fluid. This cost about $90.00. I have it done on all 3 of my GM vehicles approx every 50,000 and have had no transmission problems since, and one has 245,000 miles on it. Another has 220,000 miles. Seems to work for me.
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Re: Reply to wasabi3 & ej99 re Trans Hard Shift [cormier]
by alberta4
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May 24, 2007 (7:13 am)
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Replying to: cormier (Sep 30, 2001 12:01 pm)
I am also experiencing some hard shifting in my 97 Safari. Would you please give me all the information you can on how you fixed this problem. I would like to avoid the expense of a new transmission if I can. Much appreciated.
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Re: Reply to wasabi3 & ej99 re Trans Hard Shift [alberta4]
by cob
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May 24, 2007 (8:20 am)
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Replying to: alberta4 (May 24, 2007 7:13 am)
Does it only occur when the engine and trans are cold from sitting over night? Mine only gave hard shifts the first couple of times it would shift from 1st to 2nd then it would get better as the trans heated.
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