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Old Mar 2, 2010 | 08:01 PM
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Ok just finished with a transmission fluid change/filter, and oil change and a set of new plugs, cables, ect.
My question is about the transmission. When I shift in reverse i get a very hard shift. when i shift into drive it shifts hard. When I drive it it will shift all the way thru but seems to stay at the last shift. Also my overdrive does not seem to kick in. Any help?
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Old Mar 2, 2010 | 08:03 PM
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65 mph should be around 1800-2000rpm depending on your rears.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2010 | 08:06 PM
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I have a 88 3.9 4x4 no Tachometer.
 
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Old Mar 2, 2010 | 08:10 PM
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For the hard shifting, check for play in your u-joints and rear axle gears. My guess is worn out u-joints or too much ring gear backlash.
 
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