Originally Posted by redtan

I'm not too worried about automatic shifting and/or downshifting. For the most part I plan on tuning the shift tables accordingly so that I can leave it in 3 and it will hold all gears to redline no matter the throttle position and only downshift when it gets to a predetermined speed. And if I need it, I can use the shifter to control gears with the valve body installed.

Originally Posted by RevGTO

Another factor to consider is if PWM is eliminated (as should be done with any aftermarket hi-stall converter, and especially in your proposed usage), unlocking during shifts will give a wham/bang/wham effect during unlock/lock.