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How to Rebuild & Modify High-Performance Manual Transmissions (Workbench Series)

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Condition
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Format
Paperback
Model
SA103
Dimensions
8.5 x 0.38 x 11 in
Weight
2.31 lb
Publisher
SA Design
Publication date
March 1, 2010

Description

This revised edition is new to our WorkBench Series, and expands on our already popular original edition of How to Build and Modify High-Performance Manual Transmissions. How to Rebuild and Modify High-Performance Manual Transmissions breaks down the disassembly, inspection, modification/upgrade, and rebuilding process into detailed yet easy-to-follow steps consistent with SA Design s other Workbench series books. The latest techniques and insider tips are revealed, so an enthusiast can quickly perform a tear-down, identify worn parts, select the best components, and successfully assemble a high-performance transmission. The techniques and theory you will learn will teach you how to understand and work on any manual transmission. ID information about casting numbers and history is covered. Transmission expert and designer Paul Cangialosi shares his proven rebuilding methods, insight, and 30 years of knowledge in the transmission industry. This book also contains a section on shifters, clutches and race transmissions used in NASCAR and other motorsports. He guides you through the rebuilding process for most major high-performance transmissions. Complete picture by picture building of: GM Muncie 4 Speed Borg Warner Super & Early T10 4 Speed Ford Toploader 4 Speed Tremec / Borg Warner World Class T5 This new edition also contains a complete step-by-step rebuild of the Chrysler A833 transmission. Read more

Specs 10

Publisher SA Design
Publication date March 1, 2010
Edition 2nd
Language English
Print length 144 pages
ISBN-10 1934709298
ISBN-13 978-1934709290
Item Weight 2.31 pounds

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Very helpful read with illustrations
Format: Paperback
Very detailed information. Plus a good explanation of how to build high performance transmissions
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2026 by Top Fuel01
This book is a wealth of knowledge put together in a clear and concise format.
Format: Paperback
Although it has sections on rebuilding several models, it's not really a in depth guide for rebuilding any one model. More like a deep dive into manual transmissions in general. What I really like about this book is it gives you the general information and advice that isn't included in the factory service manuals. Like inspecting and de burring gear teeth, or the overhang on reverse gears. If you are looking for the proverbial tricks of the trade, they are in here. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 23, 2024 by ducttapeandzipties
A good book to introduce you to MT's
Format: Paperback
I got this book when I was in the market for a B-Body car that I wanted a 4-speed in. I wanted to familiarize myself with the rebuilds I planned on taking on in this particular project. The book is organized into chapters that help guide a person along in the transmission rebuild process. From a chapter on transmission theory, to assembly and the different types of transmissions used by the manufacturers. Each chapter has photos of what's being talked about or explained, which is good because the book probably would have been a little bulkier with the descriptions. With that said, this is not a step by step rebuild guide of the various transmissions and is not intended to be so. I view this book for someone who needs to create baseline knowledge about manual transmissions and what to look out for from a "real world" experience rather than a "how things should be" technical service manual. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2011 by Bikenraider99
A good manual, but not the only way to go
Format: Paperback
I bought this manual to help me understand how to rebuild a Ford Toploader transmission for my Sunbeam Tiger. I used it throughout the rebuild process. I have no experience using the other sections of this book. I'd like to be able to say it was indispensable, but...I can't quite say that. See below. The good: Overall, this is a very well-written book. There are good descriptions of the process steps, and a good number of photographs. The nitpicks: When I pay money for a book like this, I expect everything to be right. It's not hard to imagine how badly things could go wrong if a photograph is captioned incorrectly, or if a step is left out somewhere. My confidence level in the accuracy of this book was not what it could have been, primarily because of the large number of spelling and grammatical errors I spotted. I know, I'm being picky here. But it's just not up to the standards of OEM or mainstream (Chilton or Haynes) manuals. I've seen this more frequently with newer publications like this, where I suspect there is less editorial oversight than there once was. I'm sure the author knows his stuff. But it feels as though the book was rushed into print. The bad: I can't really say anything about this book was bad, except that you may not need it in the first place. I say that because when I rebuilt my Toploader, the rebuild kit I bought came with a very nice set of rebuild instructions included. They were every bit as thorough as the instructions in this book, and covered a few additional details here and there. Obviously, that cannot be assumed of every rebuild kit supplier for every type of transmission. So, your experience may vary. So even if you buy this and just read it, without ever touching your transmission, it's a pretty good source for learning how your transmission is put together. I'm glad I bought it, and find it a valuable part of my library. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2013 by the tool man
Toploader
Format: Paperback
Very detailed information and great supporting pictures ! Really nice write up on the ford to player! Check out John’s u-tube videos…..fantastic!
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2025 by Bobby Wilson
Good reading
Format: Paperback
Great information from a really skilled guy , I your building a manual trans the book is worth it .
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024 by Rizzo
Excellent guide for novice rebuilds
Format: Paperback
I purchased this book to use as a reference during my GM Muncie 4 speed rebuild, as my old worn trans was leaking and had very imprecise shifting. It was very easy to follow and detailed all the steps and pitfalls to help me get everything correct the first time. I would highly recommend this to anybody looking to evaluate or rebuild their 4 speed transmission. In addition, I called the author (Paul @ 5speeds.com) to purchase my rebuild kit and he was very courteous and patient. My transmission runs and shifts like a dream now. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2011 by WBT
A great book/manual on HP tranies.
Format: Paperback
One of the neat things about this transmission rebuild manual is the history of the HP transmissions. I thought I was pretty up on Muncie’s, and T-10’s which were IT in my day. I at least doubled or tripled my knowledge reading this book. For instance, I didn’t know Muncie’s and T-10s were produced with a gear set where 3rd gear was an overdrive. Didn’t know that GM reverted back to T-10’s during the gas crunch when higher geared rear axles were used. Didn’t know the Chrysler A833 was the strongest tranny, and was used to replace Muncie’s by serious drag racers. there is a lot of interesting info in this book, you can’t go wrong! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2013 by papax4
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