M6 to 700 R4 what is needed
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M6 to 700 R4 what is needed i am tired of breaking my trannies, just went through number 5, so i have decided to go automatic, what will i need to do the swap, i know the basics like a center console, crossmember, can i use the same bellhousing, and i don't think i have to worry about any electronic issues, or do I? all info is appreciated
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Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed What is needed? Alot of $$$$$$$
I was looking at it myself. I said screw that noise and ordered a race prepped TH400. It will be here in a week. In the future I have the option of adding a overdrive unit to it. Even after I buy everything for my TH400 and lets say a Gear Vendors OD, I would still be at about 1/2 the cost of what is needed to convert to a race prepped 700R4 with all the goodies etc.
I'm converting from a M6 too. I'll let you know how it goes.
Lee
I was looking at it myself. I said screw that noise and ordered a race prepped TH400. It will be here in a week. In the future I have the option of adding a overdrive unit to it. Even after I buy everything for my TH400 and lets say a Gear Vendors OD, I would still be at about 1/2 the cost of what is needed to convert to a race prepped 700R4 with all the goodies etc.
I'm converting from a M6 too. I'll let you know how it goes.
Lee
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Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed well i already have the tranny, so i would nned to know what i need, do i need an adapter plate?, which bellhousing do i need and also would i be able to use the crossmember from an auto f-body?
Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed Well I tried a 700r4 for a while when I was turbocharged. Kept smoking the 3-4 clutches because I couldn't get it to downshift properly. There is no good way to set up the TV (detente) cable to kick down the tranny. Inadequate line pressure was the culprit. Don't know how you plan to set yours up, but my TH350 had endured lots of abuse (600ftlbs of torque) and never failed yet.
Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed I have a fully manual forward pattern 700R4 w/ transbrake on order, expect to see it in the spring (I'm in no hurry). I won't have to worry about a kickdown cable with the manual valvebody. <img border="0" title="" alt="[Wink]" src="gr_images/icons/wink.gif" /> Price was significantly less than one of Yank's 400 or 350 kits.
Anyhow, this thread is interesting:
https://ls1tech.com/ubb/cgi-bin/ulti...;f=21;t=000236
I haven't figured it all out yet either, since the trans isn't here yet.
Keep us posted. I'm curious too.
Andrew
Anyhow, this thread is interesting:
https://ls1tech.com/ubb/cgi-bin/ulti...;f=21;t=000236
I haven't figured it all out yet either, since the trans isn't here yet.
Keep us posted. I'm curious too.
Andrew
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Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed i am also plan on going with a full manual valvebody, car is a 6speed so i am use to shifting, but what parts go into doing the swap, so i can make sure i have everything and not get stuck in the middle of the install
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Re: M6 to 700 R4 what is needed u will need a crossmember custom made cost 30 dollars at a muff shop to make it. u will need to get your pcm programed so it wont set a code for the speed-o. you will need to tell hoever your getting your convertor fron that you are puting a 700 on a ls1 so they can get the input shaft seal in the convter, the 700r4 will bolt right up with no broblems.
i had a 700 in my car for 1 year and had no broblems, worked great. I went 10.60 with that set up so if you get a good one that is built good it will last.
Any more Questions give me a call 504-400-3189 Nick
have fun
i had a 700 in my car for 1 year and had no broblems, worked great. I went 10.60 with that set up so if you get a good one that is built good it will last.
Any more Questions give me a call 504-400-3189 Nick
have fun
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