Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

[Richard S.]

Newbie with a '55. I need the Powerglide transmission rebuilt. I need a recommendation on a mid-Michigan rebuilder.ThanksRich

[Dan A.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

You could probably benefit from joining the Michigan Chapter. A very active group. You might also contact Werner Meier 248-583-0590, info@mwauto.com
www.mwauto.com. Werner is currently restoring a '53 of his own.

Dan

[John S.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

what is wrong with the transmission?

[Richard S.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

John, nothing that I know of. It has been sitting for a while and before I install it I want it checked over and have the inner valve body replaced as a leak preventative.

[Guy M.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

Make sure they pay attention to the converter and sealing rings so you dont have converter bleed back into the case. Then it burps.

[John S.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

have a person in nw Indiana who will work on your transmission. about a three hour drive from east lansing. he is well acquainted with 55 powerglides and although I have supplied him with a valve body we have not needed to use it. unlike a lot of transmission shop this person goes through every part of the transmission. Guy mentioned burping in the previous post. burping occurs because of improper venting. an external venting system will be installed to the servo cover to prevent fluid loss.

[Bruce B.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

After you get the trans back in the car be sure to PROPERLY adjust the linkage.
Improper adjustment will ruin the transmission.

[Patrick H.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

I'd check with Richard Dunham in Haslett, MI. He likely has someone nearby who still knows how to redo Powerglides. I know that Richard is working on a 1962 Powerglide car right now.

Patrick

[Richard S.]

Re: Michigan - need a recommendation on someone who can rebuild a '55 Powerglide

Thanks everyone... i 'll start local and then cast the net further afield as necessary.

rich