Spring is here
Oct 19, 2019 | 06:09 AM
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Spring is here
So, I was changing the ATF oil / filter on my 92’ GTS with the A28/18 30 automatic transmission, and found this spring, or part of a spring in the sump.
Where does this spring belong? I take it that its #17 in the parts drawing.
The most likely location I can find is here:
Any pointers?
Oct 19, 2019 | 07:31 AM
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That looks like the correct pointer
Oct 19, 2019 | 07:32 AM
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FWIW mine also broke 88 S4
Oct 19, 2019 | 08:35 AM
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That looks like the correct pointer
Excellent.
Oct 19, 2019 | 08:36 AM
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FWIW mine also broke 88 S4
Oki, did you order the correct replacement spring from Porsche, or did you use a generic spring?
Oct 19, 2019 | 12:33 PM
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Sorted. Found a spring on the 88’ autobox I have in pieces in my workshop.
Cheers...
Installed. Happy days.
Oct 20, 2019 | 07:19 AM
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I ordered a new spring from Greg Brown he has them in stock
Oct 20, 2019 | 09:30 AM
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Roger has also had them in stock, had to replace a few of them.
Oct 20, 2019 | 10:09 AM
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I ordered a new spring from Greg Brown he has them in stock
Good to know. I guess there are quite a few running around without this spring. Makes me wonder if there is noticeable difference...
Oct 20, 2019 | 10:11 AM
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Roger has also had them in stock, had to replace a few of them.
Roger that.
Oct 20, 2019 | 02:10 PM
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What is the function of this spring? Does the trans behave differently when it is removed?
Oct 20, 2019 | 04:55 PM
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I would replace it with a new one. Since they fail often it may be worth the couple day wait rather than putting spring shards in the pan.
Oct 21, 2019 | 11:28 AM
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When you order the spring also order a new trans filter and pan gasket
Spring is here
