'10 vs '12 Auto trans

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Apr 16, 2022 | 11:54 AM

rybern

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'10 vs '12 Auto trans

I've been looking at a GS A6 and leaning toward a 2012/13 due the slight upgrades. I've also read quite a few things about how much better the 2012-13 transmission experience is. I'm under the impression that the transmissions are the same but the difference is in the tune. I'm certain I'll have the trans tuned anyway and will likely get a Yank 3200 or 3600. Is there any reason to get the 2012/13 based on the transmission tuning differences?

I'm asking because I found a nice 2010 GS I'm considering purchasing.

Any help is appreciated.

Apr 16, 2022 | 02:16 PM

farmington

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With a tune the trans will feel the same. The 12-13 does have nicer seats and the steering wheel looks a little nicer.

Apr 16, 2022 | 03:34 PM

rybern

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Originally Posted by farmington

With a tune the trans will feel the same. The 12-13 does have nicer seats and the steering wheel looks a little nicer.

Thanks for clarifying that. I agree on the steering wheel and seats. I swapped to the 12-13 wheel in my previous 2011.... well worth the minimal effort.

Apr 16, 2022 | 03:58 PM

grinder11

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Originally Posted by rybern

Can't help with the tune, other than this: My 4L60E is still in place, original, and untouched. However, one thing my tuner did, and emphasized, was leaving torque management in place, and NOT removing it. He did raise the number from like 450ft/lbs to 1,000ft/lbs. IMHO, can't go wrong with a Yank. I've had a 3,200 stall Yank in my LS7 powered C5 A4 for 17 years. Still, uh.....Yanking!! Anyway, when I bought mine, they had 2 0r 3 other 3,200 stall converters available. They all had different 'stall ratios'. I was told the higher the stall ratio, the 'tighter', and closer to stock, the converter felt. So I chose the highest stall converter available, and I've never been sorry. I've had 2 different 427 engines giving that trans Hell since 2005. It's still there, 125,000 miles. So how much of that 'luck' is an extra good trans as delivered from GM (did I get a 'good one'?), or is it the tuners choices on the trans parameters? Who knows. That's it-My neverending post has finally ended!!!

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Apr 16, 2022 | 04:04 PM

rybern

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Can't help with the tune. BUT-Can recommend Yank. I've had a 3,200 stall Yank in my LS7 powered C5 A4 for 17 years. Still, uh.....Yanking!!

An LS7 with a Yank 3200, I bet that's a beast. Wow, 17 years.... that's awesome.

I had a Yank SS3600 installed in my 2000 Camaro SS and it was the BEST thing I did to the car.

Apr 17, 2022 | 05:48 PM

slowtealz28

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Trans is the same in all the autos other than the 05’s. Definitely get the trans tuned when you get your next one! I was slightly considering buying an auto for a dedicated track car, but was literally going to buy a C7 over a C6 just because of the trans. Then Covid happened and I had to make a choice quick and I’m glad I stuck with my gut. Lemme know when you get your next one! 👍

Apr 17, 2022 | 06:48 PM

rybern

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Trans tune for sure.

Apr 18, 2022 | 09:04 AM

da6speed

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It's all in the tune. Here is my '06 that I've been running since 2015.. Oh, and go Yank!

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Apr 18, 2022 | 10:31 AM

rybern

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It's all in the tune. Here is my '06 that I've been running since 2015.. Oh, and go Yank!

Wow, impressive 06 you have.

Apr 19, 2022 | 03:01 PM

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This article on the link below explains the tuning differences between 2012 & 2013 6L80's and earlier models. A tune could run afoul of a California smog check as they're now monitored to match the OE configuration (much about that written on this forum).
http://www.superchevy.com/how-to/vem...lickety-shift/