4 or 5 pinion planets?
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4 or 5 pinion planets?
I am getting a 4L60E built here in Aus and asked them to use the same spec parts as the sponsors Level 3 builds. Most bulders here are stating that 4 pinion planets are stronger than 5s, doesn't make sense to me.
Is there any basis to their statements?
Is there any basis to their statements?
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I was told that the 5 pinion planets arent a complete necessity and are mainly needed in applications where towing will be done.
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5 pinion planets have a little more surface area for load in the pinion area, However from what I have seen the area most likley to fail under performance stress are the splines in the center and they do not appear any stronger in that area, I can tell you that if you do use them get only OEM GM 5 PINION PLANETS. Not the aftermarket cheapys
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