Probably an expert on these trannies could tear it down and tell if its good or not. Otherwise, for a hobbiest I cannot imagine any way to make any intelligent opinions without a running driving car to feel it with.

I guess you could look in the filter for shavings.

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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC]

..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis.