Hydra-Matic Reverse On Hill

[Bob G]

After backing up a somewhat steep driveway hill, for about '40-50', transmission ('54 Special) will most of the time not go into drive unless shifter is first moved into neutral and back to drive. Any advice on this please?

[Gordie]

Check your motor and transmission mounts to see if they are worn and possibly shifting a little when you change direction on the car.

[Bob G]

Motor mounts will be checked. Thanks

[Bob G]

Transmission mounts to be checked also. Will be done as soon as some warmer weather allows. Thanks again.

[joefrazer]

I think the issue is fluid related. Reverse in 52-up hydramatics is accomplished using a pump and I’d be willing to bet it’s the culprit. I also think the behavior seen is to be expected in this scenario.

[Bob G]

Transmission was very recently rebuilt, which I believe included the pump, but that of course doesn't mean the pump isn't the problem. Thanks