Thrashed Auto Transmission
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Thrashed Auto Transmission
Hello All,
New to Forum and Vettes. Dad recently (4 months ago) gave me his [U]very used 1989 vette (so I'm kind of stuck with it - ie: no upgrade in near future for me). Car has 110k miles and transmission is officially trashed.
Looking for suggestions on where to get a good replacement - should be able to handle next years motor upgrade (400 - 500 rwhp).
Thanks.
New to Forum and Vettes. Dad recently (4 months ago) gave me his [U]very used 1989 vette (so I'm kind of stuck with it - ie: no upgrade in near future for me). Car has 110k miles and transmission is officially trashed.
Looking for suggestions on where to get a good replacement - should be able to handle next years motor upgrade (400 - 500 rwhp).
Thanks.
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I would ask around and find a good, reputable local shop to do the rebuild. It's a 700R4, nothing mysterious about it, any good shop can build it back to new or better. In fact, good time to upgrade it if you're planning on engine mods.
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I would ask around and find a good, reputable local shop to do the rebuild.
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Originally Posted by jsavoy
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Originally Posted by aminnich
We have a auto trans expert here on the forum. Search for PeteK and you will find what you need to know.
Sometimes you guys give me undeserved credit.
There are alot of great guys in the trans business. Most within a few dozen miles of home.
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From: He who laughs last didn't get it... Georgia
Originally Posted by Pete K
Sometimes you guys give me undeserved credit.
I've contacted you personally for some information. I mention RPM transmissions because there's not alot of info on the C4 forum @ them. There are quite a few C5's using their transmissions in high HP applications. The website doesn't reflect C4 applications, you have to look in the F-body area. BTW, THANK YOU AND PLEASE KEEP THE INFO COMING, I know I appreciate it...
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Originally Posted by Pete K
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