Transgo shift kit?
Transgo shift kit? How hard is this kit to install. I am looking at buying one, but i want to know what i have to deal with when i purchase it. I have a stock converter, and my other question is will i need a tune. As far as tuneing all i have is a diablo.
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They're probably on the medium scale in difficulty. Best to have the unit out of the car, b ut it's not necissary. A good in/lb torque wrench is a must. Also nice to have a friend to help get the 2/4 band cover back on. A clean, neat work area and some patience will go a long way.
As for tuning, it's suggested to get torque management removed for WOT shifts, and with the stock converter only put one shim in the 2nd accumulator. If it's still too firm, take that out too.
I would say there is no real need for a shift kit on a stock unit, but there are a few nice updates in that package too. One thing you definately don't want is to set it up too firm, it's hard on the trans and driveline and will actually shorten life.
Biggest thing to remember is if you have a problem, get help! A mistake like a lost checkball or a valvebody bolt in the wrong spot can cause serious and perminant damage that only a teardown will correct. Think about how comfortable you are doing the work and if the risk is worth it before you begin.
I'd also suggest getting the TransGo spacer plate. It's 2x thicker than stock and has most of the updates already in it. For an extra $10 it's a good timesaver and good insurance against a checkball getting stuck like they do in the thin POS stock plate. I've used one in every unit I've done, stock or modified, and they work awsome.
As for tuning, it's suggested to get torque management removed for WOT shifts, and with the stock converter only put one shim in the 2nd accumulator. If it's still too firm, take that out too.
I would say there is no real need for a shift kit on a stock unit, but there are a few nice updates in that package too. One thing you definately don't want is to set it up too firm, it's hard on the trans and driveline and will actually shorten life.
Biggest thing to remember is if you have a problem, get help! A mistake like a lost checkball or a valvebody bolt in the wrong spot can cause serious and perminant damage that only a teardown will correct. Think about how comfortable you are doing the work and if the risk is worth it before you begin.
I'd also suggest getting the TransGo spacer plate. It's 2x thicker than stock and has most of the updates already in it. For an extra $10 it's a good timesaver and good insurance against a checkball getting stuck like they do in the thin POS stock plate. I've used one in every unit I've done, stock or modified, and they work awsome.