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I agree, 3K is stupid expensive.

Like others mentioned, find a local that does transmissions with a good rep. Ask anyone that drag races a mopar, they will know. There's a retired guy down here that does them for 150-200 + parts, likes to keep busy.

Or, learn to do it yourself, they are VERY easy. There are books, videos and guides to build them.

Sounds like the forward clutch pack is burned up.