The infamous 3/4 clutch in the 4L60E
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The infamous 3/4 clutch in the 4L60E
A worn 3/4 clutch is one of the most common problems reported here for the 4L60E. Many members have reported premature 3/4 clutch failures after a rebuild.
Whether you are having your trans rebuilt locally or are doing it yourself, it is good be be well informed about this trouble spot.
Here are some useful threads: (updated 06/28/2021)
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic-transmission/1602822-ultimate-4l60e-3-4-clutch.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...built-60e.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...hes-4l60e.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...t-problem.html
In the following thread we reach possible consensus that the Borg Warner "Hi-Energy" frictions are the best choice for frictions in the 3/4 clutch, but MORE Importantly that clutch-friction brand/choice rarely causes 3/4 failure, but rather that leaks in the 3/4 hydraulic circuit is by far the most common reason for early failure on a rebuild.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...-clutches.html
I am keeping this thread locked, but will update it regularly with links to other related (open) threads. If you want to suggest a thread, PM it to me.
I will soon add some posts to summarize the problems and solutions, being careful to keep my advice in line with the pro builders here (which I am not).
Whether you are having your trans rebuilt locally or are doing it yourself, it is good be be well informed about this trouble spot.
Here are some useful threads: (updated 06/28/2021)
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic-transmission/1602822-ultimate-4l60e-3-4-clutch.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...built-60e.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...hes-4l60e.html
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...t-problem.html
In the following thread we reach possible consensus that the Borg Warner "Hi-Energy" frictions are the best choice for frictions in the 3/4 clutch, but MORE Importantly that clutch-friction brand/choice rarely causes 3/4 failure, but rather that leaks in the 3/4 hydraulic circuit is by far the most common reason for early failure on a rebuild.
https://ls1tech.com/forums/automatic...-clutches.html
I am keeping this thread locked, but will update it regularly with links to other related (open) threads. If you want to suggest a thread, PM it to me.
I will soon add some posts to summarize the problems and solutions, being careful to keep my advice in line with the pro builders here (which I am not).
Last edited by mrvedit; 06-28-2021 at 08:07 PM.
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