1997 Ford Thunderbird correct transmission for a 1997 Ford

1997 FORD THUNDERBIRD
18,500 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NO1ACE
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what is the correct transmission for a 1997 Ford Thunderbird? A friend found me a replacement but it is from a 4.6L v-8. My car is a 3.8L v-6 with overdrive and posi. The one he found me won't work will it? Thanks
Jul 17, 2010 at 9:41 PM
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97 Ford T/Bird for a 4.6Land 3.8L uses the same tranny 4R70W
Jul 17, 2010 at 11:47 PM
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