Re: Changing the Ultramatic for a Standard Transmission

Posted by Loyd Smith On 2009/6/24 11:57:43

The Twin Ultra is, comparably speaking, not that complicated or mysterious but it is considerably different from what the average transmission rebuilder is used to looking at and working on. Further, as in my own experience, the average transmission mechanic, today, is not used to (or in some cases even familiar with the concept of) mechanical throttle linkage controlled shifts. Everything is controlled by computers nowadays.

You should, if you cannot get satisfaction from the shop that did your rebuild, have someone familiar with Ultramatics check yours out before junking it for something else that won't be any less troublesome in its setup and execution.

Mr. Pushbutton can advise you on that aspect of your setup and there are reputable, experienced folks in your area who should be able to diagnose your problem and fix it. Parts are available from Ultramatic Dynamics.

Leaving drag-racing and hot-rodding out of the equation, these transmission are dependable and smooth operating as most of the competition's were at the time they were built - AND they're PACKARD.