Transmission repair/replacement

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Hey all. Only serious responses please. I've got a 2000 Honda Accord that is in good condition minus the transmission. I know this car inside and out and exactly what's wrong with it. The engine is great! It has 188k on the car but the transmission just reached a point where it is no longer safe to drive. I'm looking to replace/rebuild/refurbish the transmission. I've been saving money for this day for over a year. Does anyone trust/recommend a transmission repair or replacement shop in or around Knoxville? Please do not respond with "buy a new car". I get the perspective but I do not have the funds to buy a new car just because the transmission crapped out. It's cheaper to fix than replace IMHO.
 
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Anyone a fan of AAMCO transmission, or Tranco Transmission? Or any other shops?
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AAMCO used to be our go to. That was 30 years ago. Idk now. Check for warranties offered.
 
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Have you considered contacting the local Honda dealers? Several years ago I was shocked to find out the local VW dealer could replace my transmission for less than the “transmission shops”
 
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Services | PRO TOY Automotive Service Center

We service all makes and models but we specialize in service, repairs and diagnostics on Toyota, Lexus, Honda, and Acura.
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@Coug My brother uses this auto service - they do Toyota and Honda.
He has found them to be honest and reasonable.
Website says transmission repair
 
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Coug said:
Hey all. Only serious responses please. I've got a 2000 Honda Accord that is in good condition minus the transmission. I know this car inside and out and exactly what's wrong with it. The engine is great! It has 188k on the car but the transmission just reached a point where it is no longer safe to drive. I'm looking to replace/rebuild/refurbish the transmission. I've been saving money for this day for over a year. Does anyone trust/recommend a transmission repair or replacement shop in or around Knoxville? Please do not respond with "buy a new car". I get the perspective but I do not have the funds to buy a new car just because the transmission crapped out. It's cheaper to fix than replace IMHO.
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Is it a CVT transmission? I had a 2000 Honda Civic and it was a $6000 to "rebuild" it a few years later. Luckily for me it was still under warranty. I would advise to not rebuild if it is a CVT. Just my opion.
 
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I had to replace the tranny in my JK a couple of years ago and had it done at Service Street (formerly First Choice Auto). The rebuild was still around $5k, but it ran fine afterwards. I never had any problems with their service.

I have a friend that will only use Pro Toy, so another vote for them.

Have you ever used Dennis Hall? My dad has driven Hondas for years and has always had good luck with them:

Auto Repair, Knoxville TN | Dennis Hall's Auto Service
 
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malinoisvol said:
AAMCO used to be our go to. That was 30 years ago. Idk now. Check for warranties offered.
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I used the one on Kingston Pike near Cedar Bluff a couple years ago. Nice people, good work, and good national warranty.

I also recommend calling Lee's Specialtee. I've used him for Hondas for 25+ years. They will usually help you trouble shoot over the phone and let you know what they think.
 
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Coug said:
Hey all. Only serious responses please. I've got a 2000 Honda Accord that is in good condition minus the transmission. I know this car inside and out and exactly what's wrong with it. The engine is great! It has 188k on the car but the transmission just reached a point where it is no longer safe to drive. I'm looking to replace/rebuild/refurbish the transmission. I've been saving money for this day for over a year. Does anyone trust/recommend a transmission repair or replacement shop in or around Knoxville? Please do not respond with "buy a new car". I get the perspective but I do not have the funds to buy a new car just because the transmission crapped out. It's cheaper to fix than replace IMHO.
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What did you end up doing?
 
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What did you end up doing?
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Still a work in progress. I just got back from a trip and brought covid home with me. Today's was the first day of calling around for pricing. The first estimate was from my shop (Asian Auto Specialist). They would source a used transmission and it would be between $1500 - $2000. He is going to call me back with more definitive numbers and warranty info. Aamco had to leave a message with them.

I called Tranco transmission and they would "overhaul" for $3250 but it'd only be a 12k or 12 month warranty whichever comes first. That's seems pricey to me for such a short warranty. I'm hoping for something like a 30k to 50k warranty but I'm not sure if I'll find that anywhere.
 
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Still a work in progress. I just got back from a trip and brought covid home with me. Today's was the first day of calling around for pricing. The first estimate was from my shop (Asian Auto Specialist). They would source a used transmission and it would be between $1500 - $2000. He is going to call me back with more definitive numbers and warranty info. Aamco had to leave a message with them.

I called Tranco transmission and they would "overhaul" for $3250 but it'd only be a 12k or 12 month warranty whichever comes first. That's seems pricey to me for such a short warranty. I'm hoping for something like a 30k to 50k warranty but I'm not sure if I'll find that anywhere.
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Glad you're feeling better! - at least I assume so, if you're up for taking on phone quotes, lol.
 
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Coug said:
Still a work in progress. I just got back from a trip and brought covid home with me. Today's was the first day of calling around for pricing. The first estimate was from my shop (Asian Auto Specialist). They would source a used transmission and it would be between $1500 - $2000. He is going to call me back with more definitive numbers and warranty info. Aamco had to leave a message with them.

I called Tranco transmission and they would "overhaul" for $3250 but it'd only be a 12k or 12 month warranty whichever comes first. That's seems pricey to me for such a short warranty. I'm hoping for something like a 30k to 50k warranty but I'm not sure if I'll find that anywhere.
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Id go used. That really isn't a bad price considering labor costs. And I wouldn't sleep well at night putting 3300 into a tranny in a car that may or may not be worth that much itself. JMO. Good luck with it! I also have an old Honda (05 Acura TSX 158k miles 6 speed manual luckily) that I drive daily. Sunk some money into through the years but still a hell of a lot cheaper than a new car.
 
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K-town Vol Fan said:
Id go used. That really isn't a bad price considering labor costs. And I wouldn't sleep well at night putting 3300 into a tranny in a car that may or may not be worth that much itself. JMO. Good luck with it! I also have an old Honda (05 Acura TSX 158k miles 6 speed manual luckily) that I drive daily. Sunk some money into through the years but still a hell of a lot cheaper than a new car.
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Another friend recommended going used as well. Yeah, definitely cheaper than buying a new car for sure! Thanks for your opinion. When I called Ken at Asian Auto Specilists he said they typically offer a 2 year warranty. If true that's awesome.
 
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Ok, so an update:

My car has like 184+k miles on it just for reference.
My mechanic said he's only been able to find one transmission it has 114k on it. It would come with a multi-year, unlimited mileage warranty. He said it'll run me $2800 installed. That's $800 more than I was expecting...
Thoughts on this?
 
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Coug said:
Ok, so an update:

My car has like 184+k miles on it just for reference.
My mechanic said he's only been able to find one transmission it has 114k on it. It would come with a multi-year, unlimited mileage warranty. He said it'll run me $2800 installed. That's $800 more than I was expecting...
Thoughts on this?
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I think it depends on how long you want to keep it. If you're gonna daily drive it another 5 years 2800 doesn't seem that bad if it's all it needs for 5 years of driving, not including regular maintenance and tires/brakes. But if you don't plan on driving it a lot probably best to just cut your losses and try to make a little money selling for parts or sell as is on the cheap cheap. You may have posted earlier but how many miles are on the timing belt/chain? That can be a major factor as well on these older Honda's.
 
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K-town Vol Fan said:
I think it depends on how long you want to keep it. If you're gonna daily drive it another 5 years 2800 doesn't seem that bad if it's all it needs for 5 years of driving, not including regular maintenance and tires/brakes. But if you don't plan on driving it a lot probably best to just cut your losses and try to make a little money selling for parts or sell as is on the cheap cheap. You may have posted earlier but how many miles are on the timing belt/chain? That can be a major factor as well on these older Honda's.
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I actually just had the timing belt etc. changed in late summer this year. Last time I had it done was 2013. It had been 10 years.
 
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