RIP Tranny: 9/22/04 - 8/7/07 - Page 3

MITVRX · Aug 9, 2007, 04:28 PM

$8k to fix the tranny, god damn. Used parts for the win!

migs647 · Aug 9, 2007, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by otter

What happened to Arithmetic had nothing to do with the clutch. Really, there's no way to avoid that other than avoiding launches and shifting properly. Even then, if a fatigue crack starts due to poor materials or manufacturing, there's nothing you can do to prevent it.

So if you aren't a launcher and shift normally, what is the expected life of our trans? Sure a stress crack can cause stuff to break, but how common are they?

I still want to know when the appropriate mileage to change a clutch is

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**otter** · Aug 9, 2007, 04:53 PM

The trans should last the life of the car.

As for the clutch, there is no set service interval. It's just like brakes, you replace it when it wears out.

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Originally Posted by MITVRX

$8k to fix the tranny, god damn. Used parts for the win!

They were trying to take him to the cleaners. A new trans has a list price of $2,700. Obviously, with a bit of searching, you can find a new or used one for cheaper.

mitsutech005 · Aug 13, 2007, 04:39 PM

all i got to say as an ex mitsubishi triple diamond certified technician, is that if you know what you are doing and have the right equipment you can change the clutch in a ralli in about 4 hours and the evo isnt that much harder.

Arithmetic · Aug 17, 2007, 02:43 PM

UPDATE

After numerous calls and the run around Mitsubishi finally faxed me a copy of the inspection. Here is what Mitsubishi found out after the inspection:

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Inspected vehicle, found axel support broken off at motor & spines damaged in trans

This is what they say I need to fix my car:

New:
Shortblock - MN158030 - $2822.46
Oil Pump - MN137803 - 267.63
Gaskets - MD979394 - 242.93
M/T - MD979479 - 2837.94

Labor: $2380
Parts: $6252
+ $300 (Misc. repairs/parts) = $8932

Used:
Motor/Trans
Labor: $1700
Parts $4500 = $6200

So this is where I sit, I don't even have 6200 for the used, so going new is out of the question. Are they pulling my leg? This is expensive as hell and I would never shop in hell!

migs647 · Aug 17, 2007, 03:01 PM

Well if I had to choose between the 2, I'd rather go new. That way you know the transmission is brand new and know what it has been through. On top of that you also get a warranty with it. So if the transmission breaks in 2 months, they have to fix it.

Kinda sucks it's that much (9k), because you can find a used R/A for 11k+... I just paid 12k for my black sun R/A.

I don't know man, tough one. If I were you, I'd learn how to work on cars because this stuff (at least the transmission) can be accomplished at home, which would shave off 1700 in labor.

morpheus256 · Aug 17, 2007, 11:55 PM

you should be able to get a used engine and tranny for far less then 4500.
engine should cost you $900-1300
tranny should cost you $400-600
are you getting played for a fool used, HELL YES

migs647 · Aug 17, 2007, 11:57 PM

those canadian prices or usd

morpheus256 · Aug 18, 2007, 12:06 AM

hahaha, USD my friend although.... is there a difference these days

reTro · Aug 18, 2007, 02:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Arithmetic

This is what they say I need to fix my car:

New:
Shortblock - MN158030 - $2822.46
Oil Pump - MN137803 - 267.63
Gaskets - MD979394 - 242.93
M/T - MD979479 - 2837.94

Labor: $2380
Parts: $6252
+ $300 (Misc. repairs/parts) = $8932

Used:
Motor/Trans
Labor: $1700
Parts $4500 = $6200

Why do you need a shortblock? I thought your issue was the tranny?!

Arithmetic · Aug 18, 2007, 02:23 PM

^^^ They said I have a hole in my engine!? Im gonna go down there and actually look at it myself. I have 2 different techs telling me 2 different things.

migs647 · Aug 18, 2007, 06:39 PM

Dude, I would stop dealing with this stealership ASAP. Go to another stealership and get a second opinion... sounds like complete BS to me.

Arithmetic · Sep 15, 2007, 11:32 PM

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Originally Posted by morpheus256

you should be able to get a used engine and tranny for far less then 4500.
engine should cost you $900-1300
tranny should cost you $400-600
are you getting played for a fool used, HELL YES

Can you point me in the right direction far as these prices go. Each day that goes by without my car takes a little out of my soul. I see my car pictures, my videos and I just want to

P.S. A few weeks ago Mitsubishi quoted me $5300 to fix everything, used of course. I don't want to bite, hell I can't, I don't have $5300,

Any help anyone?

Thanks, Arith.

EDIT: Otter, if possible, can you change my title to read RIP Tranny: 9/22/04 - 8/7/07 and not clutch? My clutch is perfect, tranny is dead.

Thanks.

morpheus256 · Sep 15, 2007, 11:37 PM

http://car-part.com/

search's all the wreckers across North America.

Arithmetic · Sep 15, 2007, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by morpheus256

http://car-part.com/

search's all the wreckers across North America.

Damn! Thanks man!

First search, found a used 04 tranny for $350 and only 20miles away from me and a used engine for $650 located near Road Race Motorsports,

Quick question, our Rallairts share the same motor as the previous Outlander? 4G69?