How much is it worth? 4l60e
12-29-2007, 08:58 PM
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How much is it worth? 4l60e I'm talking to a local guy who has a built 4l60e with 200 miles on it. He claims not to know much about it except that it has some "Corvette servo". He's working on getting some documentation.
How much would you guys pay for something like this?
How much would you guys pay for something like this?
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Corvette Servo Install DIY
01-01-2008, 09:25 PM
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So then why is it the big thing to toss a vette servo into the tranny? Being that I've seen it on several different boards I pose this question as well; Is this article that I am linking to at the bottom of this post total crap, and all mentions to having a corvette servo installed into a 4L60e should be disregarded and credited as false?
Corvette Servo Install DIY
Corvette Servo Install DIY
So, basically, you have to tailor your servo choices along with the build. For example, for mid-sized builds like the "one-right-under-the-strongest" tranny offered by most sponsors would likely fair best with a Corvette servo. Those trannies would see less torque internally, so the internal parts wouldn't be as strong. Now, their super strong builds which include 5-pinion planets and hardened/billet EVERYTHING would probably fair best with the Sonnax/Superior servos because the hard parts can take the stress since the high level builds are usually tailored for FI applications where extreme and sudden torque comes out of nowhere and bashes the living **** out of internals.
Again, I don't know a damn thing about building transmissions, I just look at what's in them and cast my judgment accordingly. I can just tell you people list the Corvette servo for two reasons:
1.) Reputable and honest sponsors like the ones on this board list the Corvette servo to tell you exactly what you have inside the transmission so you know exactly what you're getting.
2.) Crooked builders put it down on paper because it sounds like some kind of upgraded part, and they take advantage of people's ignorance. Let's face it: not many people know the Corvette servo comes stock on V8 F-body's, so they can make it act like it's some expensive aftermarket part that's going to make your tranny stronger
In reality, a Corvette servo can be purchased for $10-$20 from random internet retailers. Last edited by ChocoTaco369; 01-01-2008 at 11:30 PM.
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01-01-2008, 09:34 PM
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1.) Reputable and honest sponsors like the ones on this board list the Corvette servo to tell you exactly what you have inside the transmission so you know exactly what you're getting.
2.) Crooked builders put it down on paper because it sounds like some kind of upgraded part, and they take advantage of people's ignorance. Let's face it: not many people know the Corvette servo comes stock on F-body's, so they can make it act like it's some expensive aftermarket part that's going to make your tranny stronger In reality, a Corvette servo can be purchased for $10-$20 from random internet retailers.
Agreed. Now it can however be and inexpensive upgrade for example in non f body and the v6 camaros and firebirds as even though they are F bodies did not get these
2.) Crooked builders put it down on paper because it sounds like some kind of upgraded part, and they take advantage of people's ignorance. Let's face it: not many people know the Corvette servo comes stock on F-body's, so they can make it act like it's some expensive aftermarket part that's going to make your tranny stronger
In reality, a Corvette servo can be purchased for $10-$20 from random internet retailers.Agreed. Now it can however be and inexpensive upgrade for example in non f body and the v6 camaros and firebirds as even though they are F bodies did not get these
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01-01-2008, 09:47 PM
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So then why is it the big thing to toss a vette servo into the tranny? Being that I've seen it on several different boards I pose this question as well; Is this article that I am linking to at the bottom of this post total crap, and all mentions to having a corvette servo installed into a 4L60e should be disregarded and credited as false?
Corvette Servo Install DIY
Corvette Servo Install DIY
There are other servos that can be put in place of the Corvette servo. There are the Superior servos and the Sonnax servos, for example. Those are the 3 most popular servos out there, but you shouldn't just throw a Sonnax servo on a stock transmission. The Sonnax servo, from what I've heard, can cause harsh shifts - too harsh for the stock internals to take - and they can actually damage parts.
So, basically, you have to tailor your servo choices along with the build. For example, for mid-sized builds like the "one-right-under-the-strongest" tranny offered by most sponsors would likely fair best with a Corvette servo. Those trannies would see less torque internally, so the internal parts wouldn't be as strong. Now, their super strong builds which include 5-pinion planets and hardened/billet EVERYTHING would probably fair best with the Sonnax/Superior servos because the hard parts can take the stress since the high level builds are usually tailored for FI applications where extreme and sudden torque comes out of nowhere and bashes the living **** out of internals.
Again, I don't know a damn thing about building transmissions, I just look at what's in them and cast my judgment accordingly. I can just tell you people list the Corvette servo for two reasons:
1.) Reputable and honest sponsors like the ones on this board list the Corvette servo to tell you exactly what you have inside the transmission so you know exactly what you're getting.
2.) Crooked builders put it down on paper because it sounds like some kind of upgraded part, and they take advantage of people's ignorance. Let's face it: not many people know the Corvette servo comes stock on F-body's, so they can make it act like it's some expensive aftermarket part that's going to make your tranny stronger In reality, a Corvette servo can be purchased for $10-$20 from random internet retailers.
So, basically, you have to tailor your servo choices along with the build. For example, for mid-sized builds like the "one-right-under-the-strongest" tranny offered by most sponsors would likely fair best with a Corvette servo. Those trannies would see less torque internally, so the internal parts wouldn't be as strong. Now, their super strong builds which include 5-pinion planets and hardened/billet EVERYTHING would probably fair best with the Sonnax/Superior servos because the hard parts can take the stress since the high level builds are usually tailored for FI applications where extreme and sudden torque comes out of nowhere and bashes the living **** out of internals.
Again, I don't know a damn thing about building transmissions, I just look at what's in them and cast my judgment accordingly. I can just tell you people list the Corvette servo for two reasons:
1.) Reputable and honest sponsors like the ones on this board list the Corvette servo to tell you exactly what you have inside the transmission so you know exactly what you're getting.
2.) Crooked builders put it down on paper because it sounds like some kind of upgraded part, and they take advantage of people's ignorance. Let's face it: not many people know the Corvette servo comes stock on F-body's, so they can make it act like it's some expensive aftermarket part that's going to make your tranny stronger
In reality, a Corvette servo can be purchased for $10-$20 from random internet retailers.
01-01-2008, 11:25 PM
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I tried my best guys. I meant the Superior ones Vince, I figured I'd mess something up 
I mixed up my lefts and rights. I meant my other left 
I mixed up my lefts and rights. I meant my other left Last edited by ChocoTaco369; 01-01-2008 at 11:32 PM.
01-01-2008, 11:29 PM
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Back when I used to have my V6, on the 6 banger boards, it was popular to throw a Corvette servo on the stock transmissions with no other modifications. With my V6, I couldn't even FEEL the transmission shift, ever. It was like driving a luxury car. There's actually kick to the V8 models, which I like a lot more, albeit it still isn't nearly enough for me.
01-02-2008, 12:18 AM
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Sorry, I meant V8 F-bodys Back when I used to have my V6, on the 6 banger boards, it was popular to throw a Corvette servo on the stock transmissions with no other modifications. With my V6, I couldn't even FEEL the transmission shift, ever. It was like driving a luxury car. There's actually kick to the V8 models, which I like a lot more, albeit it still isn't nearly enough for me.
Back when I used to have my V6, on the 6 banger boards, it was popular to throw a Corvette servo on the stock transmissions with no other modifications. With my V6, I couldn't even FEEL the transmission shift, ever. It was like driving a luxury car. There's actually kick to the V8 models, which I like a lot more, albeit it still isn't nearly enough for me.
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