shift kit ?
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I think so. The $500 number assumes $130 for the transgo kit, $40 for a few add on's, $50 for fluid and filter and approx labor for 4 hrs or so. The B&M kit is much simpler to install, and costs less. It is not as enjoyable as the transgo. Transgo has progressively firmer shifts as you apply throttle. B&M jacks up the line pressure and locks the accumulators. Firm shifts all the time, even at part, light throttle, can become annoying.
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Joined: Aug 2006
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Shift Kit
I had a B&M shift kit in my 88 with a 700R. The shifts were too hard at all speeds. I would chirp the tires in second every time at any RPM. My tranny blew within a year. I replaced it and had a transgo shift kit installed. The shifts are very firm only at WOT. That's when I need it. It shifts firm but does not bang at part throttle My tranny tech said the B&M is cheap and just raises the pressure. That can be tough on all your parts. He likes the Transgo.
