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:yeah that: Happy wrenching Josh! :wrench:

Kid, please entertain my brief philosophical diversion. Focus your energies on an attitude of respect and a character of integrity, and the spread of hate and discontent along the way will be minimized. The pursuit of learning and educated guessing sounds like an excellent path. :thumbsup: I searched every forum on this site for any reference to "AW30-80" only finding this thread. That doesn't necessarily mean there isn't something here, I just couldn't find it. I could have expanded my search. Instead, I searched the net finding little more. My objective was two fold, possibly introduce new information relevant to the community, and to satisfy my curiosity. I believe Don's suggestion of the trans being swapped from an Isuzu is spot on, as usual. How do I know, I looked it up. :yes: http://www.smartpartsauto.com/automatic_transmission_aw4.html Performance Built AW4 Automatic Transmission and Torque Converter This transmission has been remanufactured at our state of the art facility using the latest advancements in aftermarket technology. We have carefully engineered a process that allows a AW4 rebuild to maximize performance and durability while staying within a wholesale price range. This heavy duty transmission is a direct replacement for Isuzu, and Jeep vehicles. Transmission Name AW4 30-40LE Vehicle Compatibility D-Max Fuego Trooper Cherokee Comanche Grand Cherokee Wagoneer Years Covered 1987, 1988, 1989 1990, 1991, 1992 1993, 1994, 1995 1996, 1997, 1998 1999, 2000, 2001 2002, 2003, 2004 2005, 2006, 2007 2008, 2009, 2010 2011 New, Used, or Rebuilt Performance Remanufactured Ordering Info Vehicle Info Warranty Our Process List Price: $1595.00 Toll Free: 1-888-995-PART or 1-888-995-7278 Sale Price: $1,095.00 Core Deposit: $400.00 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 9:00pm CST. Weekend and holiday hours vary Delivery Shipping: Call for a Competitive Freight Quote Core Return Shipping: Call for a Competitive Freight Quote 5 Star Product Rating AW4 Transmission Specs and Applications Make Model Engine Years Isuzu D-Max L4 3.0L 2009-2011 Fuego L4 2.8L 2000-2002 Trooper L4 2.8L 2000-2004 Jeep Cherokee L6 4.0L 1987-2001 Comanche L6 4.0L 1990-1993 Grand Cherokee L6 4.0L 1991-1993 Wagoneer L6 4.0L 1987-1993 AW4 Info Part Number: TAW4 Gears / Type: 4 Speed Automatic Transmission Original Manufacturer: Aisin-Warner Group: AW4 series 4X2 or 4X4: We have 2 and 4WD models available. Recommended Fluid: ATF Torque Converter: We don't charge extra for necessary components. The AW4 torque converter is included with every transmission. Upgraded AW4 parts: Yes: Performance shift kit, valve body improver kit, and more. Please call for extreme performance upgrades Dyno Tested: Yes: up to 35,000 RPM at an extended period of time. Inspection, Checked for: Leaks Shifting Difficulties Vibrations Excessive Noise Temperature and Performance AW4 Gear Ratios: 2.80 - First 1.53 - Second 1.00 - Third 0.75 - Fourth Notes: The AW4 was co-designed with AMC and Borg Warner and built by Aisin-Warner. This transmission was manufactured in the late 80's and early 90's for Isuzu and Jeep vehicles. Hollander Interchange Numbers: 400-61063A 400-61063B 400-02220 400-02221 400-02462 400-02463 400-03693 400-03690 400-02994 400-03265 400-02223 Manufacturer part number: THM 53007997 52104180AB 52104180AC S-4810179 This may not be new or of interest to many. Is the Hollander Exchange Number what salvage yards use (I'm guessing Kid, and it's absolutely uneducated) to reference parts that interchange between vehicles, or something entirely different?

Thanks for the insight, it's extremely helpful and quite possibly saved me undue hardship...and injury.

Thanks Kevin. They're Hutchinson Rock Monster bead locks, and yes, they're 5 X 4 1/2.

:agree: Sadly, I'm sure I've been guilty on more than one occasion. Wise words young man. :thumbsup:

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Congratulations Cruiser. Thank you for sharing you MJ knowledge and experience. Well deserved honoree!

Thank you Steve. I saw no reference of that procedure in the service manual. This community has been incredibly helpful. I'm attempting more challenging projects, but rely on help from those far more experience than I. Thank you Don. I was starting to think this was anti-social media. I've been searching for the answers to my questions for two days. Today, while looking for a manual or CD on the AW4, I stumbled across a source that offered both for the AW30-80. Having cleaned the trans, I realized the 30 80 was the designation for the AW30-80. I never claimed to be the sharpest pencil in the box. Obviously you're correct about the swap. Has that option been discussed here? Never mind, I'll just look it up. :yes:

Update.

YEA :jump:

Kinda feel like I'm talkin to myself... Oh, I guess I am. Could someone at least grunt?

Got a little clean up done...and a surprise. :hmm:

AW30-80 in my Comanche?

That's interesting. I've never seen anything like that before. I don't suppose you took a picture?

Sweet! The highly polished smooth surface would contribute to aero efficiency. Oyaji, that price should surely meet the "Cheapskate" criteria.

Transfer case mating surface. Obviously someone has been here ahead of me. Looks factory. About 10 seconds in I cost myself a setback. Shame on me, I know better. A little too ambitious. :wall: Humm... Should this be replaced?

I guess everyone is out Black Friday shopping. :hmm: I made a run to the local parts store and picked up seals and a tube of Permatex Right Stuff.

:dunno: Well, could someone tell me a good sealant to use for reassembly? The service manual states to use Three Bond TB 1281. It has excellent resistance to ATF. After searching, nothing seemed conclusive. Any recommendations?

Got a little tranny refresh in the works. A little assistance required. http://comancheclub.com/topic/41074-trans-phuzzion/

I've entered an unknown to me realm and need your tech savvy direction please. I was attempting to place this unit on a transmission jack by myself. Being ignorant of how the assembly is build, when I picked up the tail end the torque converter fell out and onto the floor. :doh: I have a few questions. First, are the reference marks in the two following pictures for orientation upon reinstallation? Second, it appears that the seal in the above picture has been leaking for some time and needs replaced. Should the stub shaft on the torque converter be ok? Lastly, does this spline shaft appear normal or is this wear?

http://comancheclub.com/topic/40609-project-no-name/

Sorry... I keep all of my "extra curricular" projects away from the school. I haven't even priced out what it would be to put one together yet. Like most things I do, the first one was thrown together with scraps I had sitting around. That, and I need to take mine apart to get some better measurements. That, and I'd like to put together a good jig. :thumbsup: :popcorn: Ok. I'm just jerkin your chain buddy. But, I think I was first in line. :laughin: 40 - 50 Gallons? :eek: Man Ojayi, that's pretty ambitious, I would expect no less. :thumbsup: GenRight offers this 30.5 XJ tank, but it's far from cheap at $899.99. Just throwing out an idea. Obviously the rear frame would need reworked. http://www.genright.com/ProductInfo.aspx?productid=GST3003#.UpaGfnco5LM

Get in line Oyaji! Behind me. :rotf: I've been waiting to hear back from Ben. I figured his class has been busy mass producing them. :laughin:

:agree: Simple, yet very distinctive. Superb execution!

Thanks for the nod. Folks like you and the extent of work you're doing is truly inspirational. :thumbsup: