Friday, February 7, 2014
Rebuilt Vs Remanufactured Transmission
Rebuilt and remanufactured transmissions are readily available options for most vehicles. However, these terms mean something different, and knowing the differences can make a decision between the two easier.
Rebuilt
A rebuilt transmission usually is one that has been taken apart, and those components that were damaged or not functioning properly have been replaced. Usually, this is the less expensive of the two options. In this case only damaged or faulty components are replaced. All other components are used again.
Remanufactured
A remanufactured transmission is one where all vital components have been replaced, and only the cast parts, such as the outer shell, have been reused. These typically are more expensive, since more work has been done to the transmission. Also they tend to be more reliable, as they are nearly new.
The Warranty
Often, the same warranty will be offered with both types of transmission, although that for the remanufactured unit may be slightly longer. This is because typically if anything that is the fault of the rebuilder or remanufacturing company is going to malfunction, it will do so relatively early in the warranty. However, the longer the warranty, the longer you do not have to worry about replacement cost.
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