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When did the TransGo 700 shift kit come out?

When did the TransGo 700 shift kit come out?

This TransGo 700 SHIFT KIT® Valve Body Repair Kit fits 1982 to 1993 General Motors vehicles equipped with the 700R4/4L60 automatic transmission. This kit was designed for 1982-1987 units with a type-1 valve body; however, it will fit all year models and valve body types.

What kind of valve body does TransGo 700R4 have?

This kit was designed for 1982-1987 units with a type-1 valve body; however, it will fit all year models and valve body types. If you have a 1988 or later type-2 valve body, you can use the more economical “junior kit”, our part # SK 700-JR and achieve the same results.

What do you need to install a shift kit?

Installing a shift kit is actually pretty straightforward. Depending on the manufacturer, the kit will consist of a steel plate, some springs, and we hope, easy-to-read instructions. Commercially available shift reprogramming kits are often installed primarily so the driver can “chirp” his or her tires when they hit Second gear.

How does a shift kit help a transmission last longer?

Installing a shift kit can also help your transmission last longer. This happens by reducing the slippage and shift overlap that is inherently built into a transmission to create those smooth shifts.

This TransGo 700 SHIFT KIT® Valve Body Repair Kit fits 1982 to 1993 General Motors vehicles equipped with the 700R4/4L60 automatic transmission. This kit was designed for 1982-1987 units with a type-1 valve body; however, it will fit all year models and valve body types.

How does the TransGo 700R4 gear control kit work?

There are two installation options with this kit. The first option gives you fully automatic shifts in “D” as well as the ability to hold any gear to any speed with the shift lever. It also allows for downshifts to any gear at any speed by moving shift lever. High throttle 3-4 shift is controlled by shift lever.

What kind of transmission does a General Motors 700R4 have?

This 700-2&3 Reprogramming Kit fits 1982 to 1993 General Motors vehicles equipped with the 700R4/4L60 automatic transmission. This TransGo Reprogramming Kit is designed for all-out shift performance. Installing this kit into Grandma’s Caprice will end your monthly visits from her and that means no more apple pie!

What is the TCC code for TransGo 4L60E?

Common complaints on this transmission are TCC slip or shudder, code P1870 or P0894, harsh 1-2 shift, double bump shifts, 2-3 flare up, burnt 3-4 clutch plates as well as inconsistent pressure boost problems. The torque converter clutch regulator valve bore is very prone to wear causing the TCC slip complaints and related code.

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Ruth Doyle