Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Tig]
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07/23/22 09:14 AM
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All good feedback; highly appreciated
2021 Challenger 6.4L Scat Pack 1320 100% stock: 1.680, 11.894 at 113.75 (DA 175 ft) weight reduction, wheels, tires, Hellcat air box: 1.661, 11.686 at 115.97 (DA 710 ft)
1973 Challenger 452 ci street/strip [2008] pump gas, DOT radials: 1.454, 10.523 at 126.44 (DA 514 ft)
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: AndyF]
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07/23/22 11:47 AM
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I checked over the 727 in my Duster before the season and it only took a couple of hours to pull valve body, pull the pump, open it up and take a look. Everything looked good so I put it back together and checked the end play. Piece of cake once you have a few tools and know the drill. Andy, why such low resolution on the indicator? LOL.
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Moparite]
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07/23/22 01:22 PM
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Another issue that is often ignored is the sprag or over running clutch. If it lets loose you could crack the case and you will be building another transmission(ask me how i know this). It's good insurance to get a bolt in sprag this will keep it from spinning and possibly cracking the case. Some also are built stronger than the stock ones and can handle more. https://www.coperacingtrans.com/?product=crt-727-16-roller-drag-sprag isn't that Sprague a stock Ford? I seem to recall that being stated on here years ago: work: Sorry for not remembering the exact application, C6,C4 or ???
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Brad_Haak]
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07/23/22 02:16 PM
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alternative to slide hammer for pump removal. Long bolts with large body washers, than use the "V" part of a large crow bar to slide along the length of the bolt like a slide hammer. The trick to the front drum compressor is to have a flat surface under the drum. Two large "C" clamps can then be used to compress the spring retainer plate (just do it evenly.) A setup like shown with all thread in the center makes the job easier because it compresses/releases both sides at the same time. Snap ring pliers, small flat blade screw driver for the servo and clutch snap rings, #2 phillips screw driver for valve body, Tail shaft phillips screws are easier to remove with an impact screw driver. Normal sockets and wrenches, mostly 7/16", 1/2", 9/16" sockets and larger wrenches for the band adjustment lock nuts. If replacing bushings, a bushing driver kit. Usually at least replace the pump bushing and output shaft bushings. Trans-Go TF-2 shift kit if doing a shift kit. Under 500 HP, a regular Trans-Star trans rebuilt kit (tan clutches, untreated steels) should work fine. For higher performance, The Alto red eagle clutchs and kolene treated steel are normally used. There is also some in-between cost/performance options like the Green High Energy clutches. There are different materials for the front band, I really couldn't tell all that much difference?, but I don't do alot of transmissions. A 3.8:1 or 4.2:1 front band lever seems to work best. An old paint can makes a nice support for the front pump, input shaft, and clutch assemblies then you can air test the clutch assemblies and measure clutch play with a dial indicator. The large "C" clamp can also be used to hold the servos in place when removing / installing the snap rings, but a large vice grip welding "C" clamp is easier to use. https://www.lowes.com/pd/IRWIN-VISE..._gIaoN-2kQaAvIAEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: 451Mopar]
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07/24/22 07:04 AM
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isn't that Sprague a stock Ford? Not sure what you are referring to, The link is for "NEW FOR 727 TRANSMISSIONS".
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
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07/24/22 12:48 PM
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isn't that Sprague a stock Ford? I seem to recall that being stated on here years ago: work: Sorry for not remembering the exact application, C6,C4 or ???" Cab, i remember reading in a magazine long ago about using a C6 sprag. i can't remember what magazine it was, but i'm sure it mentioned a C6, and it was used because it had more springs and rollers in it. i wished that could be confirmed, or discovered i am full of bullpucky.
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Brad_Haak]
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07/25/22 09:45 AM
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I don't have a trans fixture to hold it on an engine stand, but I do have a pair of chains and a roof truss. It worked perfectly to drop in the clutch drums and front pump. Everything else can be done easily on a workbench. The weight of the drums makes it more difficult sideways.
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Brad_Haak]
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07/25/22 10:12 AM
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3. Do you have any preferred suppliers for these tools and/or standard & performance parts for the job?
I couldn't resist buying another tool. But it wasn't expensive and is different than I already have. Amazon WINtool clutch spring compressorI took some pictures from the one I bought. I would slide the jaws to about 4" ID for a TF727 front clutch (Tool max ~4.3")
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
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08/05/22 09:18 AM
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FYI, I just received a copy of the 727/904 book by Tom Hand and it looks like it's also a good reference for DIY work ==> LINK HEREStill waiting for the spring compressor like 440Jim showed above to arrive...
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2021 Challenger 6.4L Scat Pack 1320 100% stock: 1.680, 11.894 at 113.75 (DA 175 ft) weight reduction, wheels, tires, Hellcat air box: 1.661, 11.686 at 115.97 (DA 710 ft)
1973 Challenger 452 ci street/strip [2008] pump gas, DOT radials: 1.454, 10.523 at 126.44 (DA 514 ft)
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Re: DIY 727 build questions
[Re: Brad_Haak]
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08/08/22 10:57 AM
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FYI, I just received a copy of the 727/904 book by Tom Hand and it looks like it's also a good reference for DIY work ==> LINK HEREStill waiting for the spring compressor like 440Jim showed above to arrive... I have the factory chrysler compressor ... which does double duty for pressing in the outer race of a rear sprag .... but in a pinch when rebuilding a power glide I made something out of a PVC pipe coupling that I was able to compress with a big C clamp we had at work. That one that Jim shows would come in handy for many different types setups like that .
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