Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W
While millions of Ford rear-wheel-drive cars are equipped with the durable and simple C4 and C6 transmissions of the 1960s, early in the 1980s Ford replaced those old designs with the AOD transmission for a new generation of cars. Overdrive gears, once popular before WWII, were now becoming popular again, as manufacturers were under increasing pressure to raise fuel economy to meet increasingly demanding EPA standards. A nice byproduct of that was more comfortable cruising speeds, at which your engine didn't have to work so hard, as well as increased fuel economy.

In Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W, author George Reid walks you through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper re-installation, and road testing. Performance modifications are also covered, as well as an ID guide for various model numbers, evolutionary design changes, shift kit installation, and torque converter selection.

This book is ideal for people who already have one of these transmissions in their car, as well as enthusiasts who would like to swap one of these more modern units into an older chassis to get all the benefits of overdrive. If you plan on researching or working on any one of these overdrive models, this book is a vital addition to your workbench or library.

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Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W
While millions of Ford rear-wheel-drive cars are equipped with the durable and simple C4 and C6 transmissions of the 1960s, early in the 1980s Ford replaced those old designs with the AOD transmission for a new generation of cars. Overdrive gears, once popular before WWII, were now becoming popular again, as manufacturers were under increasing pressure to raise fuel economy to meet increasingly demanding EPA standards. A nice byproduct of that was more comfortable cruising speeds, at which your engine didn't have to work so hard, as well as increased fuel economy.

In Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W, author George Reid walks you through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper re-installation, and road testing. Performance modifications are also covered, as well as an ID guide for various model numbers, evolutionary design changes, shift kit installation, and torque converter selection.

This book is ideal for people who already have one of these transmissions in their car, as well as enthusiasts who would like to swap one of these more modern units into an older chassis to get all the benefits of overdrive. If you plan on researching or working on any one of these overdrive models, this book is a vital addition to your workbench or library.

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Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W

Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W

by George Reid
Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W
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Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W

Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W

by George Reid

Overview

While millions of Ford rear-wheel-drive cars are equipped with the durable and simple C4 and C6 transmissions of the 1960s, early in the 1980s Ford replaced those old designs with the AOD transmission for a new generation of cars. Overdrive gears, once popular before WWII, were now becoming popular again, as manufacturers were under increasing pressure to raise fuel economy to meet increasingly demanding EPA standards. A nice byproduct of that was more comfortable cruising speeds, at which your engine didn't have to work so hard, as well as increased fuel economy.

In Ford AOD Transmissions: Rebuilding and Modifying the AOD, AODE and 4R70W, author George Reid walks you through the process step-by-step, from removing the transmission from the vehicle, to complete disassembly and cleaning, to careful reassembly, to proper re-installation, and road testing. Performance modifications are also covered, as well as an ID guide for various model numbers, evolutionary design changes, shift kit installation, and torque converter selection.

This book is ideal for people who already have one of these transmissions in their car, as well as enthusiasts who would like to swap one of these more modern units into an older chassis to get all the benefits of overdrive. If you plan on researching or working on any one of these overdrive models, this book is a vital addition to your workbench or library.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781613251140
Publisher: CarTech
Publication date: 06/12/2014
Series: Workbench Series , #279
Pages: 144
Product dimensions: 8.70(w) x 11.00(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

George Reid has been a Ford enthusiast for more than 30 years. He enjoys restoring and building Fords. George has written a number of books for CarTech.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
What Is a Workbench® Book?


Chapter 1:

History and Evolution
The AOD
AODE/4R70W


Chapter 2:

Getting Started
Safety Precautions
Organization
Tools, Supplies and Equipment
Transmission Removal

Chapter 3:

AOD Disassembly
Why Transmissions Fail
Disassembly
Geartrain Removal
Subassembly Removal


Chapter 4:

AOD Improvements and Assembly
Operation and Power Flow
Faults and Fixes
Building a Better AOD
Servo Upgrades
Control Improvements


Chapter 5:

AOD Shift Kits


Chapter 6:

AODE/4R70W
Differences from AOD
Calibration Options
Structure and Function
Processor Inputs
Processor Outputs
From Electric to Hydraulic
Building an AODE/4R70W
Troubleshooting


Chapter 7:

AODE/4R70W Shift Kits


Chapter 8:

Torque Converters
Torque Converter Components
Torque Converter Function
Choosing a Torque Converter
How Torque Converters are Rebuilt


Chapter 9:

Installation and Adjustment
Swapping in the AOD
Up and Running
TV Cable Function
Throttle Rod Adjustment
TV Cable Adjustment


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