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Re: 727 specialist [Re: bigdad] #2819121
09/09/20 10:10 PM
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Originally Posted by bigdad
I have had John do 3 transmissions for me , always a bit salty .. the last big block one I bought had couple small issues, when I asked for advice he was kind of grumpy ,


You're being kind Bigdad. biggrin

Re: 727 specialist [Re: justinp61] #2819133
09/09/20 10:36 PM
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I did call Cope at one point to talk to them about building a transmission for my Duster but the guy I talked to didn't seem interested in talking so I moved on. Not sure if I was talking to the owner or not, I think I was. I didn't worry about it much, he is a distance away and shipping back and forth was going to be expensive.

I've talked to Robert at A&A a couple of times and he seems to know his stuff. He helped me pick the correct parts for the build. So far I really like the A&A parts. Just wished their website was a little more up to date. If you call them you'll discover that they have new products or different products than are on the website. I guess they are a phone based business rather than a web based business.

Re: 727 specialist [Re: Otherlane] #2819137
09/09/20 10:50 PM
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I’ve reached out to Keith (727 Specialist) a couple times on a couple older Griner transbrakes I had. Was always easy to get a hold of and had all the answers.

As Cab mentioned if/when I need a mo-better 904 I’ll be calling Pro Trans. Dave and Darren have helped me a ton over the years with my transmissions. Good people.... great product.

Re: 727 specialist [Re: AndyF] #2819141
09/09/20 11:01 PM
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Originally Posted by AndyF

I've talked to Robert at A&A a couple of times and he seems to know his stuff. He helped me pick the correct parts for the build. So far I really like the A&A parts. Just wished their website was a little more up to date. If you call them you'll discover that they have new products or different products than are on the website. I guess they are a phone based business rather than a web based business.


You’re in good hands there Andy... they do know their stuff.

Re: 727 specialist [Re: J_BODY] #2819669
09/11/20 12:47 PM
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Eighty Four, PA
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AJ Casini at BGR quality and great service at reasonable price

Re: 727 specialist [Re: AndyF] #2819841
09/11/20 09:56 PM
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Re: 727 specialist [Re: Uberpube] #2820013
09/12/20 04:20 PM
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I am running one of the new 727 Specialist valve bodies that uses the Griner design.
Very consistent and quick on the release!
MJ

Re: 727 specialist [Re: Uberpube] #2820449
09/13/20 11:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Uberpube


Interesting that he recommended a shimmed later style front servo over the early small pin style.

Re: 727 specialist [Re: mopowers] #2837364
10/25/20 06:33 PM
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Well I asked and you guys recommended! After using my local guy to rebuild the trans in my pristine 64 Sport Fury convertible 426-S it lasted all of two weeks. Actually it never was right. I did what I should have done in the first place and had Keith Long (727specialist) build me one utilizing one of his nice cores with 67 & up internals and a new 2800-3000 stall converter. It arrived in a very reasonable time frame with output flange included. I installed it this past Friday evening, filled it with ATF4, hit the key and breathed a sig of relief after good firm engagement in R & D. Test drive was the best I had witnessed after owning this car for 15 months. I was finally happy. Back on the lift and up there were zero drips, dry as powder. Again, elated! 7 hours later I was able to attend our last big show here in my area where the Sport Fury garnered best in class out of 22 cars. Thank you Keith for putting an end to my nightmare and providing me with a trans I know will last me for a VERY long time! And thank you to the Mopart's community that led me to the right decision! Dave in Virginia

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Re: 727 specialist [Re: dmoore] #2837396
10/25/20 08:12 PM
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Southern Alberta
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Originally Posted by dmoore
Well I asked and you guys recommended! After using my local guy to rebuild the trans in my pristine 64 Sport Fury convertible 426-S it lasted all of two weeks. Actually it never was right. I did what I should have done in the first place and had Keith Long (727specialist) build me one utilizing one of his nice cores with 67 & up internals and a new 2800-3000 stall converter. It arrived in a very reasonable time frame with output flange included. I installed it this past Friday evening, filled it with ATF4, hit the key and breathed a sig of relief after good firm engagement in R & D. Test drive was the best I had witnessed after owning this car for 15 months. I was finally happy. Back on the lift and up there were zero drips, dry as powder. Again, elated! 7 hours later I was able to attend our last big show here in my area where the Sport Fury garnered best in class out of 22 cars. Thank you Keith for putting an end to my nightmare and providing me with a trans I know will last me for a VERY long time! And thank you to the Mopart's community that led me to the right decision! Dave in Virginia


Do you know what clutches are in your trans? I've been told to run Dexron 6 now that my dodge transmissions have performance clutches in them.

Re: 727 specialist [Re: Uberpube] #2837491
10/26/20 08:47 AM
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Here is a break down of what Keith sent me.....remember this is a street tire set up.


Ft pump gets rebuilt with new bushing a good housing -checked gears - a new seal and o ring. rear part of ft pump gets machined if necessary.
Four borg warner clutches are used. clearance is .070.
rear clutch retainer Clutches are raybestos carbon type. Four clutches are used. clearance is .020 to 045.
ft band is a custom design using carbon lining and the flex band. .
Rear band is custom design using an oem type lining.
I use a three or four pinion front planetary making sure the splines to the input shaft is a good tight fit. using a good thrust washer. Rear planetary are usually three pinion with a good polished thrust washer.

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