LT1-LT4 Modifications 1993-97 Gen II Small Block V8

Transmission problemo

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Jul 7, 2017 | 08:12 PM
  #1  
thetransamkid's Avatar
Thread Starter
On The Tree
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 168
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, KS
Default Transmission problemo

Only got one reply in the Auto Trans section so I figured I'd post it here to. Is my trans taking a ****?

Hey all, just got some questions about some of the problems that I am having. So, My car is a 1994 stock cube LT1 with a mild cam and slightly higher compression with full bolt ons, lowering springs, LCA's, and the stock 4l60e with a cooler. Been super busy here lately and I haven't had time to get the new converter in. I noticed on Monday that the car was acting funky, it would almost feel like it was missing at times. The exhaust note would change and the car would almost feel like it was jerking at times. I know I am not having a misfire because all of my ignition components have less than 1000 miles on them and the car runs just fine in park. Also, I've developed a small rattle/vibration coming from under the center console. After I noticed it acting weird I took it out on the highway and tried doing a first gear pull. The car acted very sluggish, didn't spin the tires at all like it usually does, almost felt like it was slipping, and it just didn't feel like it was getting the power to the ground. I've put about 2000k miles on the stock converter with the new cam, just wanting to confirm my suspicion about the converter before it pops like a water balloon.
Reply
Old Jul 10, 2017 | 11:48 AM
  #2  
moehorsepower's Avatar
TECH Addict
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 2,334
Likes: 17
From: Texas
Default

First off, did it start doing this "After" the cam swap?
Reply
Old Jul 10, 2017 | 01:01 PM
  #3  
Steve Emmons's Avatar
12 Second Club
 
Joined: Jul 2017
Posts: 20
Likes: 0
From: North Dakota
Default

I would guess converter, especially if it isn't a gear specific problem.
Reply
Old Jul 10, 2017 | 01:35 PM
  #4  
thetransamkid's Avatar
Thread Starter
On The Tree
 
Joined: Apr 2016
Posts: 168
Likes: 0
From: Wichita, KS
Default

Moe, yes. Haven't had time to get my new 3000 stall in the car yet. I've been super busy with college stuff. Like I said earlier, I've put about 2k miles on the stock converter with the cam in the car. Also, I put some fluid in the trans because it was a tad low. I've heard of 4l60e being finnicky when low, never the less it didn't change anything. Went for one last drive to try and diagnose the problem, did a wot pull from 50 and it shifted super early a little over 5k. Also getting a shudder, almost like im driving on a rough rode with bumps...it shakes the whole car. Car is now permanently parked until it gets fixed.
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:35 AM.

story-0
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-1
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-2
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-4
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-5
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-6
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE
story-7
Awesome K5 Blazer Restomod Comes With C7 Corvette Power

Slideshow: A heavily reworked 1972 K5 Blazer swaps its off-road roots for a low-slung street-focused build with modern V8 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-09 18:08:45


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Camaros You Should Never Buy

Slideshow: There are thousands of used Camaros on the market but we think you should avoid these 10

By | 2026-02-17 17:09:30


VIEW MORE
story-9
10 LS Engine Myths That Refuse to Die

Slideshows: Which one of these myths do you believe?

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-01-28 18:10:11


VIEW MORE