2001 5.4 4x4 bad Flywheel

[racer3636]

Can someone tell how hard it is to replace? Is it something I can do by myself with hand tools and jack and jack stands? How long should it take? Or much to have it done.

Thanks

 

[tonydiv]

Replacing the flywheel itself isn't really that much of a job. As usual, it's clearing everything away to gain access that takes all the time.

Here are the some of the highlights of the job-

Remove both driveshafts
un-bolt torque converter from flexplate (flywheel)
support motor securely
remove crossmember bolts from trans/transfer case
remove trans bolts from motor
slide trans and transfer case back
remove flexplate bolts and flexplate


This is also a good time to just remove the trans all together and send it out for a rebuild. It's a whole lot cheaper if you carry it in to the shop. A place I used to deal with did a $333 carry-in rebuild special.

 

[racer3636]

Thanks for the reply.I didn't think it was that bad.

 

[DarrinBC]

A place I used to deal with did a $333 carry-in rebuild special.

They would do a rebuild on a 4R100 for $333???

Holy hell.

Darrin

 

[tonydiv]

Any carry-in rear drive for $333, and any front wheel drive carry-in for $444.

This was a few years ago, I'd have to check what the current prices are. But the point is, that you can save a bundle if you bring it to the shop.