Need to replace an Automatic Transmission in Des Moines IA? There are several choices when it comes to transmission replacement, and determining the right choice for a vehicle depends on several factors. Things to consider include parts costs, charges for labor, the age and resale value of the vehicle, and the vehicle’s general condition.
Replacement Transmission Choices
There are several replacement options for transmissions. They vary in affordability and may also vary in terms of reliability and the expected life of the transmission.
- Used.
- Used transmissions are pulled from one vehicle and placed in another vehicle without any type of inspection of the interior parts. Depending on the condition of the vehicle donating the transmission, it can be difficult to determine whether the transmission is in functional or good working order.
- Rebuilt.
- Rebuilt transmissions have been pulled from the donor vehicle, taken apart, cleaned, and inspected. If there are any parts needing replacement or repair, those repairs are done. The transmission is then put back together and should be operating according to OEM specifications.
- Re-Manufactured.
- Remanufactured transmissions are similar to rebuilt transmissions, but in addition to the rebuild process, they are also completely remachined. Also, any defects that were present in the original transmission are fixed. This can result in a transmission that performs better than the spec transmission that came with the vehicle.
- New.
- New transmissions are totally new and are usually available for purchase from a dealership. These transmissions should exactly meet the OEM specifications of the vehicle’s initial transmission and are designed to work with a specific make, model, and year of a vehicle.
What Transmissions Can Replace
If a vehicle needs to have its transmission replaced, many people believe that, if they cannot find the exact match for a transmission, their only choice is to buy new. However, many vehicles use the same transmission as other models or years. This means that it may be possible to purchase a newer used, rebuilt, or remanufactured transmission for a vehicle.
Where to Find Transmissions
Kosiski Auto Parts carries a full line of quality remanufactured parts that meet OEM specifications. These parts include engines and Automatic Transmission in Des Moines IA.
