Ls1Envy

iTrader: (6)

My builder wants me to buy another 3-4 clutch and some thinner steels than what came with my kit. He said it would be better to have 9 clutches instead of 8. I'm not sure exactly what kind of clutches they are but they are beige color altos that are a hair thinner than stock. Am I gaining anything with one extra clutch?

performabuilt

iTrader: (25)

well you would gain aprox 10-12 percent more holding capability in third gear

Ls1Envy

iTrader: (6)

probably not worth the extra money then. That dosent seem like too much.

PBA

If you are going to use a 9 clutch setup, go with the 4L65E Borg Warner Hi-Energy 3-4 clutches. These clutches are much better than the Alto's and the material is of a much better design, this adds capacity & durability and it will handle much more heat than the thin Alto's.

Ls1Envy

iTrader: (6)

those sound nice. but are they $70 better than the Altos? How much better are we talking here.

performabuilt

iTrader: (25)

Well they will take the heat better , And now you know why these things can get a bit expensive quick .

WE TODD DID

iTrader: (2)

Where the hell are you getting your trans parts?

performabuilt

iTrader: (25)

I would imagine hes probably buying retail .

spy2520

iTrader: (3)

if it were up to me i'd use the best **** no matter what the cost, i'm already tired of dealing with 4L60Es, so i wouldnt want to go back in to one just because i wanted to save some $$$...

Ls1Envy

iTrader: (6)

Well I'm just going to go with what i have. I cant really see there being that much of a difference between the clutches. 10% probably wont be noticeable. Plus arent these clutches what you put in your lvl1 tranny Performabuilt?

performabuilt

iTrader: (25)

we use the 9 friction alto red in the level 1 yes that is correct . My personal preference is the zpack however

PBA

You can get the 9 clutch Borg Warner Hi-Energy setup for less than eighty dollars.