Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 Handbook [Paperback]

Ron Sessions (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1987

Rebuild or modify your Hydramatic Turbo 250 (1973-1977), 250C (1979-1984), 350 (1969-1981), 350C (1979-1984), or 375B (1974-1976).Are you lost in the planetaries? Does the thought of tearing into your Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission intimidate you? Fear not. This book shows you how to do it like a pro.Clear, concise text leads you through every step of the rebuild, from transmission removal, teardown and inspection to assembly and installation. Also covers transmission identification, principles of operation and maintenance, troubleshooting and in-car repairs. Extensive parts-interchange section is a money-savings plus.Includes heavy-duty and high-performance modifications: coolers, high-stall converters, shift-programming kits, internal beef-ups and more. How to build a street, drag-racing, off-road-racing, or trailer-towing transmission to last. Details how to swap a Turbo 350 for your Turbo 200. Lists transmission builders and parts suppliers.More than 750 photos, drawings and charts combine with text to give you the most authoritative book of its kind.Table of Contents:History and Identification | Maintenance | Theory | Troubleshooting | In-Car Repairs | Tools | Parts | Removal | Teardown | Inspection | Final Assembly | Installation | Modifications | Glossary of Terms | Acknowledgements | Transmission Identification Chart | Metric Equivalents. Corvette Central #: 113073

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: HP Trade (January 1, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0895860511
• ISBN-13: 978-0895860514
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,615 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #84 in Books > Professional & Technical > Automotive > Repair

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30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Don't fear your auto!, November 10, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 Handbook (Paperback)

Auto transmissions are a mystery to most of us, even those who are performance enthusiasts. Ron's book is an excellent introduction into the inner workings of the TH350. More importantly though, the book gives great step-by-step info on rebuilding your 350 yourself. It's not as hard as you would think! The book is full of informative photos and diagrams and also contains info regarding high-performance modifications. If your thinking about doing your own TH350 rebuild, forget GM manuals. This is the only book you'll need.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is the 1. step by step manual I read that REALLY works, February 28, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 Handbook (Paperback)

I can only second what the first reader review of this book sais. I was amazed how the author takes you by the hand and how he does not forget to tell you even about the smallest details you might forget about! Tackling a th350 rebuild is something really advanced, even for a quite experienced gearhead but with this book you will be on the safe side! Good Luck!

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book, especially for a novice, June 27, 2006

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This review is from: Turbo Hydra-Matic 350 Handbook (Paperback)

Before starting my current restoration project, I knew absolutely nothing about working on cars - much less working on an automatic transmission. I purchased this book, built up my courage, and decided to attempt to rebuild my transmission completely on my own. With the help of the numerous pictures and detailed instructions, I had no problem doing my own transmission work. The author gives you a basic understanding of how a transmission works, details how to tear down the transmission, what to look for when inspecting the parts for ware, and how to put everything back together again. With this book, even a beginner can rebuild a transmission.