I lost reverse gear, backing slowly in a parking lot: Bang! Then I took it in to be fixed to an independent transmission specialist. He told me he could fix it for $525. I thought a day and called to ask him if he is going to replace the transmission or fix it, and he said he decided to replace it because it had metal shavings in it. I asked if it will be replaced by an identical one, being as, I don't want one that is a dog, and he said yes. I took it for a test drive on the freeway and it now strains and winds with the peddle to the floor to go up an onramp. I've never had the peddle to the floor before. It can't be the same transmission! He says it is the only one that will fit it. The thing I loved about the original transmission is, it always felt like I was driving downhill; so effortless on the engine. Now it has to fight really hard to get speed. I suspect he put in a Fairmont tranny in it, but I'm sure someone here can give me information. What transmissions will go on a V-6 4.3? How do I id one? I want my original one back fixed...
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