Shift kit assembly 2004

DeeWat

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Installed shift kit in my 2004 LeSabre and the 4 bolts that secure it to the body in the tranny I broke one off but the other 3 are solid. The housing of the accumulator has all bolts tight. I screwed up that 1 bolt being an idiot but nevertheless I bolted everything up,changed filter and filled her up with fluid then took her for a half hour spin reaching speeds up to 65mph little by little.. what does the forum think about having 3 outta 4 bolts secure? Think I’ll make it in the long run ? Has anyone heard of this mistake being done on this fix or results? It ran fine and shifted through the gears great when I test drove it after the fact. Thoughts?? Thanks
 
I can't understand why you would try to over-torque those bolts but you should be okay. Chalk it up to a learning experience.
Tell me about it. Me neither. I’m gonna go back in there soon and try and back that bolt out, it’s basically sheared off flush. Hopefully I’ll be successful. Thanks for your input
 
I agree. If it's broke off flush, it might be best to leave well enough alone. Removing flush broken bolts from an aluminum casing can be difficult and may result in further damage to the surrounding aluminum. The purpose of the spring-loaded accumulator pistons is to minimize the (very brief) pressure dip when the solenoids are opened. Besides, if you recall the (2) tubes that port the pressure to the (1-2 & 2-3) accumulator pistons, those are very well sealed.
 
I agree. If it's broke off flush, it might be best to leave well enough alone. Removing flush broken bolts from an aluminum casing can be difficult and may result in further damage to the surrounding aluminum. The purpose of the spring-loaded accumulator pistons is to minimize the (very brief) pressure dip when the solenoids are opened. Besides, if you recall the (2) tubes that port the pressure to the (1-2 & 2-3) accumulator pistons, those are very well sealed.
Appreciate all your input and will let it be and see how it plays out. I’m hard headed and a bull in a china shop sometimes. Thanks for your recommendations it was much appreciated
 
Ehh. The disappointment when a bolt snaps.

If no other issues arise, leave it be. I'm the type of person who would have tried to back it out clean and put a new bolt in. But that isn't always that easy and could cause more damage.
 
Ehh. The disappointment when a bolt snaps.

If no other issues arise, leave it be. I'm the type of person who would have tried to back it out clean and put a new bolt in. But that isn't always that easy and could cause more damage.
I’m killing to go back in there and try and pull it out but so far it’s shifting much better so I’ll leave it for now like everyone suggests cause 1 wrong move and the plate will be toast and I’ll be looking at a major repair . Hopefully I make it out unscathed. Thanks
 
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Oh boy, as a retired Toolmaker the experience removing broken fasteners and taps from blind holes has always been a cause of anxiety, frustration, and occasional victory.
A hardened steel bolt in a soft aluminum casting is a special thrill.

My first go to in this case would be to try and file any ragged edges that protrude as flat as possible, use a pr$%k punch to mark the center of the bolt, follow with a center punch for a lead in for a left handed drill near the root diameter of the thread. Be sure to run the drill motor in reverse as the left handed drill will not cut going clockwise. If you have been very good, the drill will catch a little and the bolt will want to spin out on the threads, only push hard enough to make the drill cut, if it does indeed catch be ready to allow the bolt to back out. If that does not work, you will at least have a hole in the center of the bolt, and you can use a "Thread Extractor" (EZ-out) why they call them easy is a mystery to me, but here you are, I hold mine in a tap handle so that I can keep pressure on the center and try to be sure it digs into the bad fastener and does not slip.
Not fixed yet? Oh boy.
Now you sneak up on the root diameter of the thread and when it is only the last bit holding on you take a small punch, or a small sharp cape chisel and try to collapse one side of the threads in enough to grab it with a needle nose pliers and wiggle and twist to remove the stubborn remains, then using a thread chaser, or a dull tap clean the remaining threads in the casting, blow out with brake cleaner with straw, and be very careful when torquing the new bolt to stay at the low end of the torque spec.

If that does not work look up "Heli-coil" thread repair inserts. Last stop on the road sometimes.
 
Oh boy, as a retired Toolmaker the experience removing broken fasteners and taps from blind holes has always been a cause of anxiety, frustration, and occasional victory.
A hardened steel bolt in a soft aluminum casting is a special thrill.

My first go to in this case would be to try and file any ragged edges that protrude as flat as possible, use a pr$%k punch to mark the center of the bolt, follow with a center punch for a lead in for a left handed drill near the root diameter of the thread. Be sure to run the drill motor in reverse as the left handed drill will not cut going clockwise. If you have been very good, the drill will catch a little and the bolt will want to spin out on the threads, only push hard enough to make the drill cut, if it does indeed catch be ready to allow the bolt to back out. If that does not work, you will at least have a hole in the center of the bolt, and you can use a "Thread Extractor" (EZ-out) why they call them easy is a mystery to me, but here you are, I hold mine in a tap handle so that I can keep pressure on the center and try to be sure it digs into the bad fastener and does not slip.
Not fixed yet? Oh boy.
Now you sneak up on the root diameter of the thread and when it is only the last bit holding on you take a small punch, or a small sharp cape chisel and try to collapse one side of the threads in enough to grab it with a needle nose pliers and wiggle and twist to remove the stubborn remains, then using a thread chaser, or a dull tap clean the remaining threads in the casting, blow out with brake cleaner with straw, and be very careful when torquing the new bolt to stay at the low end of the torque spec.

If that does not work look up "Heli-coil" thread repair inserts. Last stop on the road sometimes.
Helluva lesson man.. really appreciate this. When come up with the guts,time and patience to try and execute this mission I’ll definitely be following this step by step.. I’m always game to try and DIY .. thanks a lot man
 
Oh boy, as a retired Toolmaker the experience removing broken fasteners and taps from blind holes has always been a cause of anxiety, frustration, and occasional victory.
A hardened steel bolt in a soft aluminum casting is a special thrill.

My first go to in this case would be to try and file any ragged edges that protrude as flat as possible, use a pr$%k punch to mark the center of the bolt, follow with a center punch for a lead in for a left handed drill near the root diameter of the thread. Be sure to run the drill motor in reverse as the left handed drill will not cut going clockwise. If you have been very good, the drill will catch a little and the bolt will want to spin out on the threads, only push hard enough to make the drill cut, if it does indeed catch be ready to allow the bolt to back out. If that does not work, you will at least have a hole in the center of the bolt, and you can use a "Thread Extractor" (EZ-out) why they call them easy is a mystery to me, but here you are, I hold mine in a tap handle so that I can keep pressure on the center and try to be sure it digs into the bad fastener and does not slip.
Not fixed yet? Oh boy.
Now you sneak up on the root diameter of the thread and when it is only the last bit holding on you take a small punch, or a small sharp cape chisel and try to collapse one side of the threads in enough to grab it with a needle nose pliers and wiggle and twist to remove the stubborn remains, then using a thread chaser, or a dull tap clean the remaining threads in the casting, blow out with brake cleaner with straw, and be very careful when torquing the new bolt to stay at the low end of the torque spec.

If that does not work look up "Heli-coil" thread repair inserts. Last stop on the road sometimes.
Appreciate your time
 
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