transmission rebuild?
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transmission rebuild?
hey i have 05 z51 6 speed and iv had a few problems and it turns out i have to get the transmission rebuilt, what i would like to know is while the mechanics have the transmission apart to fix it, is there anything i can get to put in it for better performance like better gear ratio or anything?
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There are several similar options from various vendors here. RPM Transmissions is one. Tick is another that comes to mind.
Here's a link to Tick's site just for info but check with RPM too at least.
http://www.tickperformance.com/1997-2007-corvette-z06/
Here's a link to Tick's site just for info but check with RPM too at least.
http://www.tickperformance.com/1997-2007-corvette-z06/
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hey i have 05 z51 6 speed and iv had a few problems and it turns out i have to get the transmission rebuilt, what i would like to know is while the mechanics have the transmission apart to fix it, is there anything i can get to put in it for better performance like better gear ratio or anything?
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hey i have 05 z51 6 speed and iv had a few problems and it turns out i have to get the transmission rebuilt, what i would like to know is while the mechanics have the transmission apart to fix it, is there anything i can get to put in it for better performance like better gear ratio or anything?
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Burning Brakes
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I have just been down this road with my '05 C6 (not Z51).
The transmission needed to be re-built as it was grinding going into 2nd at higher RPM's. The first time, it was re-built by a local transmisison shop that was "supposed" to be good and that shop used a re-build kit that was "supposed" to be bulletproof. Well.................
Several months later, the transmission was grinding going into 2nd gear again, but now at lower RPM and light acceleration. By the eighth month the transmission absolutely needed another re-build. I didn't do that.
Instead I got a Stage IV transmission from RPMtransmission (with brass shift fork pads) and after about 6-700 miles so far, I'm really really happy (except for paying for two transmissions) with this transmission. It shifts really really well and feels solid.
My suggestion is to not screw around with a local re-build, but to go for a built transmission from of the professional shops noted above. I've been really happy withte service from RPMtransmission.
BTW, I'm using a RAM dual-disc street clutch and a Tick adjustable clutch master cylinder (that was installed yesterday.....and it is going to take a little while to get used to the change from the OEM master).
Good luck
The transmission needed to be re-built as it was grinding going into 2nd at higher RPM's. The first time, it was re-built by a local transmisison shop that was "supposed" to be good and that shop used a re-build kit that was "supposed" to be bulletproof. Well.................
Several months later, the transmission was grinding going into 2nd gear again, but now at lower RPM and light acceleration. By the eighth month the transmission absolutely needed another re-build. I didn't do that.
Instead I got a Stage IV transmission from RPMtransmission (with brass shift fork pads) and after about 6-700 miles so far, I'm really really happy (except for paying for two transmissions) with this transmission. It shifts really really well and feels solid.
My suggestion is to not screw around with a local re-build, but to go for a built transmission from of the professional shops noted above. I've been really happy withte service from RPMtransmission.
BTW, I'm using a RAM dual-disc street clutch and a Tick adjustable clutch master cylinder (that was installed yesterday.....and it is going to take a little while to get used to the change from the OEM master).
Good luck
Tolero Apto Victum
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From: Woodlands TX
I have just been down this road with my '05 C6 (not Z51).
The transmission needed to be re-built as it was grinding going into 2nd at higher RPM's. The first time, it was re-built by a local transmisison shop that was "supposed" to be good and that shop used a re-build kit that was "supposed" to be bulletproof. Well.................
Several months later, the transmission was grinding going into 2nd gear again, but now at lower RPM and light acceleration. By the eighth month the transmission absolutely needed another re-build. I didn't do that.
Instead I got a Stage IV transmission from RPMtransmission (with brass shift fork pads) and after about 6-700 miles so far, I'm really really happy (except for paying for two transmissions) with this transmission. It shifts really really well and feels solid.
My suggestion is to not screw around with a local re-build, but to go for a built transmission from of the professional shops noted above. I've been really happy withte service from RPMtransmission.BTW, I'm using a RAM dual-disc street clutch and a Tick adjustable clutch master cylinder (that was installed yesterday.....and it is going to take a little while to get used to the change from the OEM master).
Good luck
The transmission needed to be re-built as it was grinding going into 2nd at higher RPM's. The first time, it was re-built by a local transmisison shop that was "supposed" to be good and that shop used a re-build kit that was "supposed" to be bulletproof. Well.................
Several months later, the transmission was grinding going into 2nd gear again, but now at lower RPM and light acceleration. By the eighth month the transmission absolutely needed another re-build. I didn't do that.
Instead I got a Stage IV transmission from RPMtransmission (with brass shift fork pads) and after about 6-700 miles so far, I'm really really happy (except for paying for two transmissions) with this transmission. It shifts really really well and feels solid.
My suggestion is to not screw around with a local re-build, but to go for a built transmission from of the professional shops noted above. I've been really happy withte service from RPMtransmission.BTW, I'm using a RAM dual-disc street clutch and a Tick adjustable clutch master cylinder (that was installed yesterday.....and it is going to take a little while to get used to the change from the OEM master).
Good luck
I bought one of their diffs after mine died.
