cudaman and geetar are correct. i guess it depends on how comfortable a guy is tearing into these things, plus having the necessary tools to do so. which i completely forgot to mention !
i guess in Gene's case, it would probably be best to have someone who knows the ins and outs of these transmissions, do the job.
it's too bad you aren't [lots] closer. there is a guy down by the Pittsburgh airport that is VERY good with these transmissions.