I agree. Build it yourself. 904's & 727 Transmissions are HELLA Easy to build compared to an engine. If you can do an engine you can do do one of these transmissions in your sleep.
My brother rebuilt his 904 with zero experience...and installed a TF2 kit...
He had no problems, aside that we didn't have the special compressor tool for the big *** spring in the direct drive hub (I think that's what it was)...but, proper parts, proper tools, instructions, and a few hours are all you need to rebuild these simple 3 speed automatics...