i have a 1995 impala ss that i just bought 2 weeks ago and i need to buy a rebuild kit for the transmission. can someone tell me what type of transmission can in the 95's?
if you are a newb do yourself a favor and download a copy of the SS Handbook (google it)
also we typically recommend the Trans-go kit there is a sticky on it that you want to read first though.
If your car is fine and not needing repairs right away do the reading so who ever does the work if not you, won't take ya to the cleaners...
That doesn't mean it's a good idea. The 4L60e is an excellent trans,and can be strengthened to handle big-power. I know many who use it without problems on cars capable of 10 sec. quarter-mile times.
But bare in mind that the 700R4 is NOT an electronic tranny, where-as the 4L60E is electronic. So it's not an 'install and forget about it" type of swap.
Personally, I wouldn't pay for an 80K tranny (expecially a 700R4).....or the labor to have it installed in my car.
You're better off rebuilding your 4L60E. The time and money you will spend to attempt this swap is not worth it. Do you know whats wrong with you current transmission?
I would encourage you to fill out your profile to include location. Many specialists in the 4L60E exist. I'm fortunate to have one of those (1FAST94) near me. You are in need of a rebuild,pronto. Burnt up 3-4 clutch packs,maybe a tore-up sprag come to mind. It needs to come out regardless.
I just had a 4L60E rebuilt for 600$. I now have a 0mi trans with a shift kit that bolted right in. No need to add TV cables. Given the cost of a TH400 or 700R4 plus a computer program, all the random brackets to add a TV cable and or vacuum set up, are you really coming out ahead?
Great decision. If you can, look into getting a torque converter with a higher stall. My CPT stage 2 trans has a 3,000 stall and it made the car feel a 1,000 pounds lighter. Good luck.
Yeah what ever u do dont listen to anybody in ur area that does not no about bbodys specifically. Do not put a 700r in ur car if it already has a 4l60. Thats azz backwards.
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