Where to buy?
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Le Mans Master
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Where to buy?
I am going to replace my trans with the new engine. My existing trans is probably tired and it is the inferior 27 spline model
I need suggestions where to buy a built 700R4 that is specific for my car. There's a bunch of places that sell 700R4's but I've only found a couple that handle the "V" case trans.
I need suggestions where to buy a built 700R4 that is specific for my car. There's a bunch of places that sell 700R4's but I've only found a couple that handle the "V" case trans.
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Is forum member PeteK (note: NOT PeterK) still active? He turned out some very nice tranys and TCs.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/memb...66-pete-k.html
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/memb...66-pete-k.html
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I am going to replace my trans with the new engine. My existing trans is probably tired and it is the inferior 27 spline model
I need suggestions where to buy a built 700R4 that is specific for my car. There's a bunch of places that sell 700R4's but I've only found a couple that handle the "V" case trans.
I need suggestions where to buy a built 700R4 that is specific for my car. There's a bunch of places that sell 700R4's but I've only found a couple that handle the "V" case trans.
Melting Slicks
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I replaced the transmission in my 85 with a Pro-Built 700R4 and Vigilante converter. This is a rock solid transmission. Each transmission is built to customer specs. Give Dana a call and you will find he really knows his stuff.
www.700r4l60e.com
www.700r4l60e.com
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Get a trans with a good guarantee , I know Jasper have a great engines and transmissions, and if they do go bad the pay the installer to replace the trans.
A friend of mine has his own garage he tells me they are great people to deal with, they don't leave you hanging when you have a problem.
Most areas have transmission shops, you might find a reliable one in your area, where I live I wouldn't trust anyone but Jack Sepanek, Jack Jr is now running the shop they do mostly race trans work.
A friend of mine has his own garage he tells me they are great people to deal with, they don't leave you hanging when you have a problem.
Most areas have transmission shops, you might find a reliable one in your area, where I live I wouldn't trust anyone but Jack Sepanek, Jack Jr is now running the shop they do mostly race trans work.
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I was almost ready to get a TCI streetfighter & converter until I started reading bad reviews on TCI. However, as usual I am reading bad reviews on all trans companies. I decided to call Summit where I got ahold of a real JO who must not have wanted to work on Sunday. I ended up hanging up on him. I wrote a note to Summit about the incident, I've got a long list of things that have been bought there so we will see what happens. I then covered a couple other places and ended up at Monster Transmissions where I was able to get a trans & converter with a 3 year warranty for less money than the TCI. I'm sure somebody will say, oh no not them but like I said, I read the same thing about PATC TCI and a couple others. I would have bought from PeteK in a heartbeat, he really helped me build the trans that was in the car. I have no idea how to contact him but that is a moot point now since I have already bought & paid for the Monster.
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Call Ed at 4 wheel specialties in North Hills 818-830-1447 his trans guy builds a 700r that has held up to many a built big block they are pretty decent and not out of hand on cost. Never seen anyone break one yet
I dont trust mass produced aftermarket stuff
Hes here in the sfv...Ed should give you his # without a problem.
Pretty sure he builds his own converters also
I dont trust mass produced aftermarket stuff
Hes here in the sfv...Ed should give you his # without a problem.
Pretty sure he builds his own converters also
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I bought used Monster 4L60e(F body) from a guy going 6spd, I put 510 rwhp in front of it and beat the snot out of it, I didn't care for it either. We put 25-30k miles on it and it was still kicking when we sold the car.
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Le Mans Master
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From: Hellinois
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Call Ed at 4 wheel specialties in North Hills 818-830-1447 his trans guy builds a 700r that has held up to many a built big block they are pretty decent and not out of hand on cost. Never seen anyone break one yet
I dont trust mass produced aftermarket stuff
Hes here in the sfv...Ed should give you his # without a problem.
Pretty sure he builds his own converters also
I dont trust mass produced aftermarket stuff
Hes here in the sfv...Ed should give you his # without a problem.
Pretty sure he builds his own converters also
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Le Mans Master
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From: Hellinois
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I replaced the transmission in my 85 with a Pro-Built 700R4 and Vigilante converter. This is a rock solid transmission. Each transmission is built to customer specs. Give Dana a call and you will find he really knows his stuff.
www.700r4l60e.com
www.700r4l60e.com
Melting Slicks
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From: Santa Maria, CA
I went with the Street/Strip version (3-700SS) and a Vigilante 2800 stall converter. The 2800 stall is a good match for our cams. I spent a good deal of time on the phone with Dana. He asked a lot of questions about the engine build, driving habits and how I intended to use the car. The guy is a fountain of knowledge. The only drawback is that he works alone and it could be a while before you actually see the transmission at your doorstep. But if you can afford to wait it's worth it.