Subject: Re: 700R4-4L60 Build Up Part 5 by PeteK on 2009/12/24 16:35:37
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Steve40th wrote: Pete with all this work on the transmissions, what about guidance on longevity for how you drive it. Would it be prudent to just leave it in 3rd, till you need it on the highway? Will this keep it from shifting in/out of 4th therefore keeping things cooler.
Nah. 4th applies the band, and normally lets it run cooler. When shifting manually, it brings on another set of clutches, and activates a spag for more holding power. So, when you are beating on it, manual shifting is a good thing. When cruising, just let it work as normal, and temps will be cool. What converter are you running? When it comes out, be sure to check the end play.
