1st gen rt trannie vs 02 acr tranny

halfahemi02 · Post by **halfahemi02** » Wed Sep 28, 2005 6:54 pm

i loset third gear in my 02 and i have 2 choices of trannies..
1st gen rt-$350.00
or
02 acr tranny _ $400
the first gen was completely rebuilt at 98000 miles
the 02 tranny has 24000 miles on it and comes with the bellhousing
i cant use the first gen bellhousing
i will be using a stage 3 spec clutch if that helps the decision
which tranny do u think would be the better buy?? thanx

Drvr02RT · Post by **Drvr02RT** » Wed Sep 28, 2005 11:41 pm

I have heard that the 2nd gen tranny is stronger, but like i said, its just hear-say. Maybe someone else will chime in and elaborate more on it.

halfahemi02 · Post by **halfahemi02** » Thu Sep 29, 2005 2:19 am

yeah thats what i heard 2 !

fusion210 · Post by **fusion210** » Thu Sep 29, 2005 5:25 am

They got that 'stronger' rating because of the clutch I believe.

The first gen trans has a shorter first, second, and fourth gear. In order to use it, you will need your bellhousing of course + about $15 in special sealer + surface prep + possible shimming of the diff. Then after you must check for preload.

If you arn't comfortable with this, definatly get the 02 trans.
http://dope.dhs.org/Upgrades/Tranny_Dif ... age_01.htm

Honestly, I wouldn't trust a rebuilt trans.