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Just got word from my transmission guy that the issue was the front pump. So parts will be ordered On Monday and should have it back in the car by next week.

I built my 383 by choosing parts that were reasonably priced, that would give me the most horsepower. I ended up spending about $3000 for the entire build. Very happy with it, and the reason I didn't go for the 440 was fuel consumption, not that the 383 is efficient!

Sadly I bought the transmission second hand after the owner decided he wanted a 4 speed instead of an automatic hence the no warranty. There was no movement in any gear and when checking the fluid level in neutral, there was no visible change on the dipstick, which I assume means the fluid is...

Thanks for the replies. Luckily I've got a guy who has spent the last 40 years rebuilding transmissions for a living.

So, after finally getting my '66 Satellite on the road this summer, the transmission left me stranded a couple of block from my house. The transmission has been re-built by a reputable company, Mopac here in BC and was shifting and running great. Took the car out yesterday, did a little burn...

I just went through this issue as well. I have a re-built 383 and when trying to prime,I couldn't get oil to come up, nobody told me I had to turn the engine while doing this! I finally figured it out, ever try to turn the engine over with one hand and use a drill to turn the oil pump with the...

Thanks for the info, it was very helpful!