[AMC-List] B/W auto trans shifting odd

[<francis.swygert@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Jay, it sounds like the filter screeen (I don't think those use a
replaceable filter) just need cleaning. The BW has 3-4 tubes that snap
in across the valve body also. Check them and make sure they are seated
properly -- one could be loose -- when you pull the pan to clean the
filter. Soak the filter in some solvent (mineral spirits or paint
thinner) then blow out with air pressure.  If that doesn't do the trick
take it in for a "tune-up". If you have a TSM, take that with the car to
the trans shop. Ask the shop if they are familiar with Ford FMX
transmissions since they are basically a Ford version of the BW. I'd get
the bands adjusted and the above done. You might as well call around and
see what the tune-up would cost before you do anything. One band is easy
to adjust, the other hard to get to and requires a special tool. Check a
TSM to find out. If you don't hve a TSM, get someone to copy the pages
on band adjustments for you. The shop may not have the specs on that old
a trans, better to have them with you and show them the page. 


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Date: Wednesday, August 16, 2006 12:38 PM
From: Joe Gray <jgray_55@xxxxxxxxx>  
The B/W trans in my 1967 290 Ambassador has developed
an odd issue. NOT all the time,but alot after warming
up it skips 2nd gear on upshift? One time you pull
away from a stop it upshifts 1,2,3 just fine.Does not
slip. Next time you leave a stop it skips 2nd gear?
I'm not talking fast acceleration. Just normal
driving. I tried,and if i do accelerate it fasyer it
usually does not miss 2nd gear?It was rebuilt before i
bought the car . It's been 10 years or so since
rebuilt. Only 5-6000 miles on the build. Nice clean
red fluid. Fluid level shows fine on the dipstick.Any
ideas? I drive it quite often,when possible during the
summer. Email me directly also if you would.


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