1954 Plymouth Transmission Belt and Servo Replaced.

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The reverse servo was also replaced with a newer heavy duty part.

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The old reverse servo did not look bad,but was replaced with the lighter aluminum version.
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Due to the difference in belt grip design,the piston spacer that actuates the belt had to be trimmed.

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Some gaskets had to be custom made because they are no longer available for sale.

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The complete reassembled transmission ready to be installed.

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The car was put back and test driven.  Kick down and reverse actuation was perfect.

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