Buy a Hose NOT A Transmission Ask Ed Ep 33 - Ed Smith w #BarryT #diy #transmission

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In Ask Ed 33, Ed Smith and Barry T take on a quirky batch of drivetrain surprises and misunderstood engine quirks — including the truth behind Pontiac using Ford transmissions, why Studebakers had an oil-hungry rep, and a $5 fix that could save your automatic transmission from unnecessary replacement. Old Modulator Fix – Think your trans is shot? It might just be a cracked vacuum hose Ed explains how a faulty vacuum modulator or disconnected hose can cause shifting problems that mimic transmission failure Pontiac Used Ford Transmissions? – Yes, they did — and Ed explains why, when, and which models Studebakers Used More Oil? – Ed digs into the myth and the reality behind oil consumption in older Studes Crankcase ventilation, oil control ring design, and highway RPMs all factor in Trans Mismatch Can Ruin the Fun – A warning about pairing the wrong torque converter to your trans From bellhousing misalignment to kickdown cable disasters — how to avoid painful mistakes Every topic is backed by Ed’s real-world experience in the shop and on the road Whether you're running a classic GM, building a Studebaker V8, or chasing down an oddball transmission issue, this episode delivers the kind of tips and truths you won't find in the factory manual. #AskEd #BarryT #GMTransmission #PontiacTech #VacuumModulator #StudebakerV8 #TransmissionMismatch #OldCarFixes #ClassicCarAdvice #VintageTransmission #HydraMatic #PontiacHistory #EngineOilUse #TorqueConverterTips #GarageTalk Ask Ed 33, Pontiac used Ford transmission, GM Ford crossover, vacuum modulator fix, Studebaker oil consumption, classic transmission tip, dual coupling hydramatic, modulator hose failure, torque converter mismatch, Ed Smith, Barry T, vintage car troubleshooting, old GM tech, Studebaker V8 quirks, classic drivetrain help Join this channel to support us and get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdWWoazGfUAtcWVtZ13suyQ/join