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Old 06-22-2001, 12:28 PM
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I was wondering if anyone has tried to post instructions and a parts list needed for a vb mod on a 5th generation.
I would like to do my own. I cant afford to be with out car. Sending it off is not an option unless there is a core replacement to install first. I would like Don to do it but I do not know if a 5th generation core is out there.
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There are no instructions for a DIY VB recalibration. Instructions can be posted, but that would drive Don out of business. I'm sure he has shown a few people the recalibration process, but none of those people (me included) would dare tell/show anyone else... it's sort of like patient-doctor confidentiality.

He doesn't have any 5th gen cores, so you'll have to send your VB to him.
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
There are no instructions for a DIY VB recalibration. Instructions can be posted, but that would drive Don out of business. I'm sure he has shown a few people the recalibration process, but none of those people (me included) would dare tell/show anyone else... it's sort of like patient-doctor confidentiality.

He doesn't have any 5th gen cores, so you'll have to send your VB to him.
I wouldn't want to put anyone out of business... That's a little extreme wouldn't U say? As I said I need the car running everyday, I cant be down for the turn around.
So a little help would be nice. Maybe a private e mail instead of posting would be ok. I am going to my mechanic for the work. If someone was willing to have there vb sent from Dons to me I would pay $100.00 for the privilege and fed ex mine back to Dons within hours.
I am on the road 6 days a week and with family on the 7th.
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As much as I would want to share, Don would be REALLY upset if I did. Plan B seems to be your best bet unless you can get a VB from a junkyard.
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
As much as I would want to share, Don would be REALLY upset if I did. Plan B seems to be your best bet unless you can get a VB from a junkyard.
Any idea the website for a used vb would be?
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Old 06-22-2001, 02:23 PM
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Uhmmmmmm..... you can try Copartfinder (check Parts List), AutoGator (check Parts List), http://www.woodfins.com

There are more, but I don't know them off the top of my head. Good luck in your search.
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You can contact The Transmission Superstore at http://www.txchange.com/

It should be noted you'll probably have to drill your VB.

This is the e-mail I received from them when I inquired about a shift kit for a 2000 Maxima:

K® RE4F04A
$49.50
Nissan Quest Altima Maxima DOHC RE4R01A
Mercury Villager 4F20E 4 speed
Corrects/Prevents/Reduces:
prevents direct clutch blowout caused by runaway line pressure; Burned 3rd
clutches; No 2nd; No 3rd after 3-2 or 4-2 kickdown
Direct clutch inner seal leaks, wears or opens due to rotating force;
Corrects soft 1-2 and 2-3

We accept all major credit cards, Please call 800-776-1191
(503-284-0768) or fax 503-280-1655 to order.

Thank you for the inquiry, Greg
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As for a used/second VB, the places I have contacted would not seperate the VB from the transmission: salvage yards want you to purchase the whole transmission only to get the VB. I think the going rate is about $1,500.
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Originally posted by mdeal
You can contact The Transmission Superstore at http://www.txchange.com/

It should be noted you'll probably have to drill your VB.

This is the e-mail I received from them when I inquired about a shift kit for a 2000 Maxima:

K® RE4F04A
$49.50
Nissan Quest Altima Maxima DOHC RE4R01A
Mercury Villager 4F20E 4 speed
Corrects/Prevents/Reduces:
prevents direct clutch blowout caused by runaway line pressure; Burned 3rd
clutches; No 2nd; No 3rd after 3-2 or 4-2 kickdown
Direct clutch inner seal leaks, wears or opens due to rotating force;
Corrects soft 1-2 and 2-3

We accept all major credit cards, Please call 800-776-1191
(503-284-0768) or fax 503-280-1655 to order.

Thank you for the inquiry, Greg
Funny thing i called them today and was told no kit available for 2k maxima.

Ill try again
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I'm assuming that kit is very similar to the TransGo shift kit. I've seen Don's process and participated in doing the TransGo. IMHO, there is NO comparison... Don's VB comes out on top.

Take note, the TransGo kit is irreversable.
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I would suspect a custom job would be better, plus the fact you don't have to do it yourself, sweating bullets the whole time praying you don't screw it up...
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE
I'm assuming that kit is very similar to the TransGo shift kit. I've seen Don's process and participated in doing the TransGo. IMHO, there is NO comparison... Don's VB comes out on top.

Take note, the TransGo kit is irreversable.
Don is hard to reach. I sent him an email and got no reply.
I would love it if he would be available. I think he is doing a group buy deal that probably has him booked solid for a while.
I would need a same day turn around or Im screwed....Thats kinda alot to ask a busy guy....
So keeper of the secrets of the vb mod shine down on me
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Originally posted by Fast Walker


Don is hard to reach. I sent him an email and got no reply.
I would love it if he would be available. I think he is doing a group buy deal that probably has him booked solid for a while.
I would need a same day turn around or Im screwed....Thats kinda alot to ask a busy guy....
So keeper of the secrets of the vb mod shine down on me
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He's a busy guy, so you might have to wait a while. He'll eventually answer your email.
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Old 06-22-2001, 05:22 PM
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Originally posted by Y2KevSE


He's a busy guy, so you might have to wait a while. He'll eventually answer your email.
Ok,
I'll wait and see.
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what's a vb???
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VB=Valve Body.
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Originally posted by mdeal
VB=Valve Body.
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Originally posted by mdeal
You can contact The Transmission Superstore at http://www.txchange.com/

It should be noted you'll probably have to drill your VB.

This is the e-mail I received from them when I inquired about a shift kit for a 2000 Maxima:

K® RE4F04A
$49.50
Nissan Quest Altima Maxima DOHC RE4R01A
Mercury Villager 4F20E 4 speed
Corrects/Prevents/Reduces:
prevents direct clutch blowout caused by runaway line pressure; Burned 3rd
clutches; No 2nd; No 3rd after 3-2 or 4-2 kickdown
Direct clutch inner seal leaks, wears or opens due to rotating force;
Corrects soft 1-2 and 2-3

We accept all major credit cards, Please call 800-776-1191
(503-284-0768) or fax 503-280-1655 to order.

Thank you for the inquiry, Greg
Hey Mdeal, what is a shift kit? Whats special about it?
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A shift kit is a valve body recalibration of sorts. It makes the shifts in an auto quicker and more firm.
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Originally posted by Fast Walker
I was wondering if anyone has tried to post instructions and a parts list needed for a vb mod on a 5th generation.
I would like to do my own. I cant afford to be with out car. Sending it off is not an option unless there is a core replacement to install first. I would like Don to do it but I do not know if a 5th generation core is out there.
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