Everything I've seen is for somebody who already knows how to do it. I haven't read or viewed anything that really is written or taped for someone who knows nothing. They're filled with obvious things while leaving out pertinent information. That's why I say to only drop out the front drums. There are plenty of options in that area to make enough mistakes to cause a do-over. Once you've mastered the front; then you're ready to take on more. Every part has to be inspected and tossed if it's junk, but damage isn't always readily discernible. I can't blame shops for not wanting to do bench jobs. People don't listen and can screw up all your hard work. Rule number ONE--If you don't know for sure that your trans is FULL--SHUT IT OFF. "Well I put ten quarts in it so I know it was at least lubricating everything real good"..And the converter is all scuffed up from no lube.
