Rebuild transmission or leave it to the pros?

Busted Knuckles · 07-25-2009, 01:42 AM

The W58 transmission in my '88 MK III N/A is starting to make weird noises, like it is ready to drop a bearing. I've located a source for parts, and the TSRM includes step-by-step instructions to dismantle and rebuild. However, I have no indication on if this is a tricky job, or how sensitive the re-fitting is. Basically, is this a job a shadetree machanic can do in his home garage, or best left to experts with a shop?

07-25-2009, 01:42 AM	#1
Busted Knuckles 12psi boost Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 300	Rebuild transmission or leave it to the pros? The W58 transmission in my '88 MK III N/A is starting to make weird noises, like it is ready to drop a bearing. I've located a source for parts, and the TSRM includes step-by-step instructions to dismantle and rebuild. However, I have no indication on if this is a tricky job, or how sensitive the re-fitting is. Basically, is this a job a shadetree machanic can do in his home garage, or best left to experts with a shop?