We’re back on the Dressta TD8H dozer that burned us at auction. In the last video, we tore this transmission apart after discovering it was missing first gear, something that was never disclosed when we paid full price. The damage was extensive—destroyed clutch packs, wiped bearings, and metal throughout the case.

This TD8 design goes back to the 1960s, which helps with parts cost—but the labor, time, and risk add up fast. By the end of the video, we find out if this auction mistake was salvageable or just another expensive lesson.

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Chapters / Timestamps

0:00 – Intro: The TD8 auction mistake
0:25 – Transmission damage overview
0:45 – Destroyed clutch packs and steels
1:04 – Parts sourcing and bearing delays
1:17 – Heating bearings and prep work
2:18 – Laying out gears and rebuild plan
3:00 – Reverse clutch pack assembly
6:37 – Forward clutch pack build
10:00 – First gear rebuild (worst damage)
12:38 – Case prep and sealant explanation
14:43 – Dropping the transmission back in
15:13 – Pinion gear alignment marks
17:00 – Wrestling the transmission into place
25:26 – New transmission pump install
29:14 – Hooking up lines and wiring
32:14 – Fluids, filters, and first startup
34:42 – Leak checks and air purge
42:18 – Moment of truth: does it work?
43:29 – The real cost of this auction dozer
44:05 – What’s coming next