Dealer Says New Transmission Needed $5k, Other Options? - Page 2

focus123 · 12-31-2012, 02:30 PM

Stock Number: G61694202G
Fits: 2007 Toyota RAV4
Automatic Transmission; 4 cyl, 4x2
Description: Automatic Transmission
2.4, AUTO, FLR, FWD; 4 cyl, 4x2
Condition: 34K
Warranty: 1-Year (policy)
Quality:
Shipped From: Brooklyn, New York Yard
Distance: 169 miles (local savings)
Discount: Take Additional $67.00 Off
Price: $1,230.00

2007 Toyota RAV4 Used Transmission (Automatic Transmission 4 cyl 4x2) - Auto Parts Fair®

03rav4inPA · 12-31-2012, 02:54 PM

^^That's a good find! I looked up for 4.2's and the transmissions were closer to $2k

Good to know a used transmission for a 4.3 isn't super expensive!

corrado007 · 12-31-2012, 06:44 PM

A used tranny isn't a bad idea. I'd still have to install it or pay to have it installed. I've swapped a manual tranny in a '93 Civic, a '94 Corrado, a '98 Tacoma, and a '67 MGB but never an automatic tranny and never in this new of a vehicle. It's my wife's daily driver which she needs for work so I'm not sure I'd want to tackle the problem with the limited spare time I have in case something doesn't go right. I suppose I'd have to have a local shop install it or maybe have local shop fix the one that's in there now (which may be cheaper). I'll have to get it diagnosed by AAMCO or some other tranny shop and see what they'd charge. Who knows, maybe it's just some valve or something that can easily be fixed from an external access panel or something??? I know nothing about automatic transmissions...

friendly_jacek · 01-01-2013, 11:33 AM

On a second thought, throw in the red lubegard tranny additive. Sometimes, it does do miracles. Nothing to lose.

Amazon.com: Lubegard 60902 Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant: Automotive

RF Overlord · 01-01-2013, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by corrado007

I'll have to get it diagnosed by AAMCO

Uh......no.

Quote:

Originally Posted by corrado007

or some other tranny shop

There you go...

**JuneBug** · 01-01-2013, 02:35 PM

Yes, RF Overlord is correct--stay away from AAMCO! Find an independent shop that specializes in automatic transmissions. Make sure they've been around for a while and have a good reputation.

corrado007 · 01-03-2013, 10:33 PM

I appreciate the tips everyone, I'll be looking into a shop that specializes in automatic transmissions. For now my wife is just parking on the street rather than in the driveway and avoiding reverse as much as possible to mitigate damage.

dtalk · 01-03-2013, 10:51 PM

Thank God someone else told you to stay far awayyyyyy from AAMCO.

corrado007 · 01-03-2013, 11:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dtalk

Thank God someone else told you to stay far awayyyyyy from AAMCO.

Yeah, I've never really taken any of my cars to dealers/mechanics in the past, I've alway done all my own work. In this case I just don't know anything about automatic transmissions and I don't have much time these days to swap out a transmission or tear into things like I used to. I just remember seeing AAMCO commercials on TV claiming that they are transmission specialists. Glad you guys are looking out, thanks.

veliksam · 01-04-2013, 12:01 AM

My mother had a pt cruiser and the tranny went bad (wouldn't go past 2nd gear ), I took it to aamco and they did a super job. I guess it all depends on the individual franchise owner and their staff?

Sent from my HTC ONE X

12-31-2012, 02:54 PM	#12 (permalink)
03rav4inPA Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Fairless Hills, PA Posts: 592 Thanks: 7 Thanked 14 Times in 14 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	^^That's a good find! I looked up for 4.2's and the transmissions were closer to $2k Good to know a used transmission for a 4.3 isn't super expensive! __________________ 2003 Toyota Rav4 -- 2.0 VVT-I/Auto/4WD, 85k Current Mods: Bugflector, AVS Ventvisors, Eclipse AVN30D, OEM Foglights, OEM Heated Mirrors Future Mods: OEM rear-spoiler, OEM 'Sport' hood

12-31-2012, 06:44 PM	#13 (permalink)
corrado007 Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 122 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	A used tranny isn't a bad idea. I'd still have to install it or pay to have it installed. I've swapped a manual tranny in a '93 Civic, a '94 Corrado, a '98 Tacoma, and a '67 MGB but never an automatic tranny and never in this new of a vehicle. It's my wife's daily driver which she needs for work so I'm not sure I'd want to tackle the problem with the limited spare time I have in case something doesn't go right. I suppose I'd have to have a local shop install it or maybe have local shop fix the one that's in there now (which may be cheaper). I'll have to get it diagnosed by AAMCO or some other tranny shop and see what they'd charge. Who knows, maybe it's just some valve or something that can easily be fixed from an external access panel or something??? I know nothing about automatic transmissions... __________________ Please keep an eye out for motorcycles : Look twice, it could save a life. If you get a chance, vote for your favorite brand brake pads here: http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=28974

01-01-2013, 02:35 PM	#16 (permalink)
JuneBug Your Humble Administrator Country: Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Baton Rouge, LA Posts: 8,991 Thanks: 37 Thanked 629 Times in 520 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yes, RF Overlord is correct--stay away from AAMCO! Find an independent shop that specializes in automatic transmissions. Make sure they've been around for a while and have a good reputation. __________________ James __________________ 2008 Limited V6 2WD "The Silver Bullet" •Tow Prep •Autodim mirror w/compass •Wade deflector •Weathertech visors •BluLogic Bluetooth •QuickLift hood struts •Auto door locks • (((XM))) radio •Homelink •Unswitched 12V outlets

01-03-2013, 10:33 PM	#17 (permalink)
corrado007 Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 122 Thanks: 0 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I appreciate the tips everyone, I'll be looking into a shop that specializes in automatic transmissions. For now my wife is just parking on the street rather than in the driveway and avoiding reverse as much as possible to mitigate damage. __________________ Please keep an eye out for motorcycles : Look twice, it could save a life. If you get a chance, vote for your favorite brand brake pads here: http://rav4world.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=28974

01-03-2013, 10:51 PM	#18 (permalink)
dtalk Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: WA Posts: 537 Thanks: 11 Thanked 26 Times in 16 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Thank God someone else told you to stay far awayyyyyy from AAMCO. __________________ I believe in safety, education, and enforcement, not banning, ignorance, and blame.

12-31-2012, 02:30 PM	#11 (permalink)
focus123 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Warminster,Pa Posts: 497 Thanks: 1 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Stock Number: G61694202G Fits: 2007 Toyota RAV4 Automatic Transmission; 4 cyl, 4x2 Description: Automatic Transmission 2.4, AUTO, FLR, FWD; 4 cyl, 4x2 Condition: 34K Warranty: 1-Year (policy) Quality: Shipped From: Brooklyn, New York Yard Distance: 169 miles (local savings) Discount: Take Additional $67.00 Off Price: $1,230.00 2007 Toyota RAV4 Used Transmission (Automatic Transmission 4 cyl 4x2) - Auto Parts Fair®

01-01-2013, 11:33 AM	#14 (permalink)
friendly_jacek Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,186 Thanks: 9 Thanked 23 Times in 23 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	On a second thought, throw in the red lubegard tranny additive. Sometimes, it does do miracles. Nothing to lose. Amazon.com: Lubegard 60902 Automatic Transmission Fluid Protectant: Automotive

01-04-2013, 12:01 AM	#20 (permalink)
veliksam Advanced Member Country: Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Posts: 1,736 Thanks: 88 Thanked 89 Times in 81 Posts Feedback Score: 0 reviews	My mother had a pt cruiser and the tranny went bad (wouldn't go past 2nd gear ), I took it to aamco and they did a super job. I guess it all depends on the individual franchise owner and their staff? Sent from my HTC ONE X __________________ -----2012 V6 Sport, Tow Prep, & 4x4----- HU: Pioneer AppRadio 2 & back-up cam, JDM HID Projector Headlights w/Toshiba D4S Bulbs, JDM Vanguard Tail Lights Front DRL's, LED Bumper Park/Brake lights, Red "SPORT" Theme Badges ------------------------------

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