In the market for a built 4L80e, suggestions?

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Jan 4, 2018 | 08:42 AM

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In the market for a built 4L80e, suggestions?

I'm building another turbo GTO. I am expecting about 1000-1100 flywheel HP. Car is a street car and may see the track 1 time a year with no heavy duty launching. Do not need a trans brake and I want to keep computer controlled. Not looking to break the bank either. There's lots of options out there, who has had good luck with what and at what price?

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Jan 5, 2018 | 10:30 AM

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Jan 5, 2018 | 11:12 AM

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Bend over?

Seriously, online builders are freaking proud ($$$) of their transmissions. Its kind of annoying.

Jan 5, 2018 | 04:07 PM

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Bend over?

Seriously, online builders are freaking proud ($$$) of their transmissions. Its kind of annoying.

I know! I built my last 4L80e with a couple friends and had under $1k in the whole thing and it lasted 4 years until the input shaft snapped running 9s @ 4000lbs. I just wanted something a little sturdier this time. Hmm

Jan 6, 2018 | 11:01 PM

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OP I'm in the same boat as you. It seems that for your power goal you're going to spend 4 grand or so. Pricey. Jakes and extreme automatics have good reviews.