The transmission can have its bands adjusted as well, which might prolong the life of it, assuming they're worn. A reputable mechanic should be able to do that, no need to necessarily take it to a transmission shop. It will need fluid because the pan has to be removed, and if you're planning on keeping it a long time, it would be a good time to get a deep pan kit. Regardless of depth, I strongly encourage getting a pan that has a drain plug, as it makes servicing the transmission a lot cleaner and easier when one can drain it out before cracking the seal.
I like the looks of this kit from Mopar Performance via Summit Racing:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/DCC-4007886/
That fifty dollars is well spent if you spend any time working on it. I dealt with transmissions several times before buying one and I wish that I had done it the first time I opened it.
I like the looks of this kit from Mopar Performance via Summit Racing:
https://www.summitracing.com/parts/DCC-4007886/
That fifty dollars is well spent if you spend any time working on it. I dealt with transmissions several times before buying one and I wish that I had done it the first time I opened it.
