Trouble with B&M Shift improver kit
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Well I just installed it and now reverse slips real bad and if I manually shift into 1st I can accelerate but when I let off it's like I'm in neutral. Anyone know what I might have done wrong? Or when I open it up again where to look? I don't know what parts work reverse. Thanks.
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The B&M Shift Improver caused alot of problems for people when the LS1's first came oout so everyone stopped using them. Unfortunately it sounds like your tranny is on it's way out.
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Originally Posted by BLKTA
The B&M Shift Improver caused alot of problems for people when the LS1's first came oout so everyone stopped using them. Unfortunately it sounds like your tranny is on it's way out.
If anyone has an idea on my reverse slipping I would appreciate it. Thank you.
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Torque Management is not a mechanical function. The PCM is programmed to pull timing during the shift. It is an event syncronized with the commands to shift the trans and purely a function of engine management only. Making modifications to the valve body in the form of a shift kit or otherwise does not change how much torque management you get, only how much you will perceive it.
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Originally Posted by James B.
Torque Management is not a mechanical function. The PCM is programmed to pull timing during the shift. It is an event syncronized with the commands to shift the trans and purely a function of engine management only. Making modifications to the valve body in the form of a shift kit or otherwise does not change how much torque management you get, only how much you will perceive it.
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Originally Posted by James B.
Making modifications to the valve body in the form of a shift kit or otherwise does not change how much torque management you get, only how much you will perceive it.
If I am off base on this, I would appreciate the correct answer.
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