I have a 94Ram 2500 5.9 2x4 46re 125k miles. I get this shudder when it shifts into od. turning it off helps but still feels like it's there. don't know if the bands have ever been adjusted (would it make a difference?). any info would be appreciated.

 

ever had the tranny flush? new filter and oil? id try that first.

 

fluid and filter change in may haven't driven it much since

 

That would be caused by you TCC switch valve/spool switch valve on the valve body. It is somewhat common on our tranny's. Check this out.
http://www.sonnax.com/announcements/22771A-01.pdf
If I were you, I'd buy the Sonnax Sure Cure Kit. It's included in there. I installed on on my truck and it's pretty awesome.