**The Joy of Teardowns: A Look Inside a Toyota Transmission**
I love to tear apart engines, and it's no different when it comes to transmissions on a Toyota. The transmission is supposed to be one of the most reliable parts of the car, but sometimes it can be finicky. In this case, I noticed that the transmission was shifting a little weird when it was cold. It's probably just gotten weak, and when it's cold, it's worse. So, after tearing apart the engine, I decided to take a closer look at the transmission.
**A Look at the Transmission**
When I tore apart the transmission, I noticed that it had a giant light bar installed on the original bull bar. The bull bar was dented up in its previous life with the border patrol service. It's clear that this truck has seen some action. As I examined the transmission further, I saw that the front springs were already installed and lifted the front end of the car. While the rear springs were still missing, it was easy to see how they would raise the rear end as well. The new wheels and 35-inch tires would fill out the lifted front end nicely.
**The Go Rhino Roll Bar: A Necessary Upgrade**
One of the first upgrades I installed on this truck was a go Rhino roll bar. It's clear that the previous owner was concerned about safety, and this roll bar is a great addition to the truck. The lights mounted above it are also a nice touch, and they're powered by an internal switch. The lights themselves are bright green, which looks sleek and modern.
**The Command Center: A Cool Feature**
As I continued to explore the transmission, I noticed something that caught my eye - a command center. It's essentially a hub for all of the truck's systems, with buttons and switches galore. There's an auxillary system that allows you to control the lights and siren settings, as well as a five-setting siren system that's sure to get your attention on the road. The blinders are also equipped with a speaker system, which is a nice touch.
**Blinders Galore: A Unique Feature**
Speaking of blinders, I noticed something unique - a son-mounted to the front of my car. It's clear that this truck was originally a border patrol vehicle, and it still has all of the features that come with it. The blinder itself is a bit ridiculous-looking, but I can see how it would be useful in certain situations.
**The Cadillac: A New Acquisition**
While we were tearing apart the transmission, I got some news about my 1993 Seville STS - now known as a Cadillac. It turns out that the car needs a pretty expensive repair job to get it running properly again. The estimate was around $14,000, but thankfully, I'm not going to have to pay for it all at once.
**A Complicated Situation**
It seems that the car's owner is having some issues with debt, and they're threatening to repossess the vehicle. However, instead of repossessing the car, they want to buy it from me. I told them that I was willing to sell it to them for $2,500, but then I realized that it would probably cost more than that to fix. I ended up offering them an even lower price - $1,000. In the end, we agreed on a price of $3,000, which is still less than what they originally paid for it.
**A New Home: The Joy of Selling Cars**
As I looked at my new truck, I realized that I had bought five cars in the last two weeks - and this one was almost my sixth. My wife might not be thrilled about that, but I'm happy to have so many new vehicles in my life. With all these cars comes a sense of satisfaction and joy, knowing that each one has its own unique character and personality.
**The Final Word**
As I finished up the transmission, it was clear that this truck had been through some things. From its days as a border patrol vehicle to its current life as a heavily modified truck, it's clear that this car has seen some action. But with all of its quirks and flaws, it's still a beautiful machine - one that I'm happy to call my own.