cica55

first of all , I have 85 TA with LG4.

where should I look for a new/rebuilt tranny ?

I don't need anything extra super duty , something that will handle 300hp is absolutely fine.

JEGS has a 30spline 700r4 for $1200 , can anyone beat that ? (that one is TCI)

also , what converter should I get ? (this tranny is going to be behind a 305 for now , but soon a 350 or maybe just the modded 305, nothing too high end , max 350hp , more like 300hp)

I will also have 3.73posi rear in my car soon. (if that makes any difference)

is there any company that will take my old one and give me a discount (core exchange kind of thing) ???

I was hoping for something around $1000 or a bit under (if that's possible).

also , I need a 30 spline 700r4 , right ?

what does it mean when they say "lockup" and "non lockup" ? and which one do I need ?

thanks guys , sorry for the dumb questions , but I'm new to this whole thing but at least I'm willing to learn

RED82TA5.7L

goto www.700raptor.com . i got a TH350 tranny from them called 350 Raptor. and its so nice. it took 4 days to get to my door. i was going to get the 700 Raptor but didnt want to do the conversion. but the 700 raptor will bolt into your car. i think it is $1365.00 with(i think) a 1800,2600,or 2800 stall TC. Hope this helps

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RED82TA5.7L

1982 Pontiac Trans Am
Cross-Fire Injected 5.7l V8
New TH350 Raptor with a shift-kit, Eldebrock Headers, 3" Hooker Cat-Back, duel outlet with quad tips.
Mods: 1.6 Proform Roller Rockers, electric fan, Corvette 5.7L computer chip, K&Ns.
Audio: JVC Kameleon CD deck, Jenson 4x6 front, Eclipes 6x9 rear, 2 10" mTx T4000 powered by a mTx 200watt amp.
Black Powder Coated 1990 16x8 Formula Wheels with 245/50/ZR16 Perelli P7000.
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A cool Trans Am site with Message Boards http://www.transamgta.com

cica55

it definitely helps , but what converter would you recommend ?

I have no clue which one to pick since I Don't even know how they work

thank you ! (keep the suggestions coming )

RED82TA5.7L

well. if you want faster take off. get a higher stall. i have the 2600 stall with my TH350. and i can take off fast. ive heard that the higher the stall the weaker the shift. but i dont know. 1800 is too close to stock, witch wont take off that fast. if i were you id get the 2600 stall. thats the perfect for the street/proformance car.

To find out how a Torque Converter Works, go to http://www.howthingswork.com/torque-converter.htm

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RED82TA5.7L

1982 Pontiac Trans Am
Cross-Fire Injected 5.7l V8
New TH350 Raptor with a shift-kit, Eldebrock Headers, 3" Hooker Cat-Back, duel outlet with quad tips.
Mods: 1.6 Proform Roller Rockers, electric fan, Corvette 5.7L computer chip, K&Ns.
Audio: JVC Kameleon CD deck, Jenson 4x6 front, Eclipes 6x9 rear, 2 10" mTx T4000 powered by a mTx 200watt amp.
Black Powder Coated 1990 16x8 Formula Wheels with 245/50/ZR16 Perelli P7000.
For Pictures go to
http://members.theglobe.com/RED82TA57L/mycar/


A cool Trans Am site with Message Boards http://www.transamgta.com

cica55

thank you for the link , it was very helpful.

keep 'em coming

CamaroMike

TCI StreetFighter, and a 2000 lockup stall converter = perfect for you!

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Hurtin4Hp

http://www.700r4.com/

I'm very pleased with mine, and the $1,000 included the convertor. Give them a call.

tf0r1

I have the 700r4 Raptor and I love it, I got it with a 1800 stall, and it feels almost like stock--(minimal difference) but the firm shifts are awesome, its been like 5 months with this tranny and ALL is good. I would recommend a tranny cooler as well, its like an extra 65.00 but the worth every cent, I dident at first, but ended up getting one cause of city driving...(a protection measure) Anyway, they were extremely professional and shipped quickly (4 days)...Check them out at:http://www.transmissioncenter.net/highperflist.htm



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--George
92 RS 25th Aniv.
350 Goodwrench (NEW LO5)
700R4 Raptor: high performance intermediate billet servo, high performance overdrive billet servo,Mega Valve,13 vane high performance pump,1800 heavy-duty stall converter and a 29 element heavy-duty forward input sprag,
New: AC Delco Disrtrib,Heater Core, Shocks-Struts (sensatracks), Bosch 02 sensor, AC Delco Starter & Alternator,Radiator,Water Pump,Rotors,Cat-back,T-Tops.