1 BAD BIRD

iTrader: (3)

Ok ....what is it? you need a clutch? hows it work?

thanks
bob

ChrisB

As far as the exact difference in hydralic routing - I have no idea. But practically speaking the tranny is not automatic anymore - it's like a clutchless manual. You select the gear you want, and it stays in that gear until you shift - up or down.


Chris Bennight

1 BAD BIRD

iTrader: (3)

so? you shift? without no clutch? You can bang through the gears without no worry on stalling?

bob

ChrisB

Yep - the torque converter takes care of any stalling issues - it still slips, etc. - it's just like your automatic now, except the computer has no part in selecting the gear - you take that role over.


Chris

1 BAD BIRD

iTrader: (3)

OK then this might sound stupid. BUT why do we have manuals then? And where can I get a TH400?

bob

bigSS

Can you get a manual vavle body on any auto? Or do you need a TH400 or something?

Colonel

You can get a manual valve body for just about anything. Yes, even the 4L60E.

Why do we even have manuals? Fun factor, the challenge, better fuel mileage, personal preference, etc,etc,etc...

Chris Spiess

[quote]Originally posted by 1 BAD BIRD:
<strong>OK then this might sound stupid. BUT why do we have manuals then?</strong><hr></blockquote>

Better/More gear selection, better efficency.

Pro Stock John

iTrader: (34)

The manual transmission came before the automatic transmission. a 5 speed automatic performance tranny would be badass.