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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 07:48 AM
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b&m transkit

was looking at it since my trans needs rebuilt and would be a little cheaper then the rebuild kit+transgo kit. anyone have it, is it any good?
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Old Jul 10, 2008 | 09:36 AM
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Car: 88 IROC
Engine: 97 5.7 Vortec LT4 hotcam
Transmission: 700 r4
Axle/Gears: 3.73
Re: b&m transkit

Ive got the stage 2 shift improver kit ($30-40) in both my s10 and camaro. I love how it feels. Its just the right amount for a street/strip. IMO
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Old Jul 11, 2008 | 11:17 PM
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Car: 1989 Wellcraft Scarab III
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Re: b&m transkit

I'd stick with TransGo as I've had four trannys with them. I've seen far fewer negative statements about them (TransGo), too, than B&M and lastly that's what Dana uses.

I did have one car with a B&M shfit kit, however, with no problems.
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Old Jul 12, 2008 | 02:56 AM
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Car: 1992 Camaro RS
Engine: 3.1L
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: open 3.23
Re: b&m transkit

Transgo all the way. 92Formula is right. The B&M has been cast in nothing but negative criticism and reviews. Just do a search on both.

I say go with the TransGo kit though......
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 06:36 PM
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Car: '92 firebird
Engine: 305 tbi
Transmission: 700 r4
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt 3.42 gears with eaton posi
Re: b&m transkit

I made the mistake of installing a b&m transpak in my 700r4. i never have been able to get it shifting right. first to second is nice and firm but it slips going into third under any load. ive checked the tv cable, and also replaced the boost valve assembly as well as the accumulator pistons and seals thinking that they may have been damaged during the install. ive seen no improvement.

Installing the kit at 140,000 miles and driving it hard may have been my problem though.
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 10:12 PM
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Car: 86 iroc
Engine: 496ci
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Re: b&m transkit

i installed the B&M shift improver kit in my car and i haven't had any problems with it at all. it shifts pretty hard, but its not uncomfortable. it does feel like it slips a little going into drive but other then that i like it.
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 10:53 PM
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Car: 1988 camaro sc
Engine: nasty 305 tbi,tba 632 big block
Transmission: built 700r4
Axle/Gears: 3.23
Re: b&m transkit

i use the transgo and love it i steered away from the b&m kit becuase of ppl i know haveing trouble with them. mine is full manual tho
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 10:53 PM
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Car: 1989 GTA, 1985 T/A
Engine: L98, LG4
Transmission: Slush-o-matic 700R
Axle/Gears: stock and stock
Re: b&m transkit

I had a transgo in my 700R in my GM truck...best shifting transmission I've ever had, though it was rebuild by a reputable shop as well.
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Old Sep 10, 2008 | 11:46 PM
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Re: b&m transkit

I put a B&M shift improver kit in my 96 Silverado a few years ago and haven't had a problem yet.

Haven't tried Transgo yet.
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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 12:07 PM
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From: Bright, IN
Car: '86 Bird, 96 ImpalaSS, 98 C1500XCab
Engine: LG4, LT1, L31
Transmission: 700R4, 4L60E, 4L60E
Axle/Gears: 3.73 Tors, 4.88 spool, 3.73 Eaton
Re: b&m transkit

There is no comparison between the two kits.
The Transgo addresses so many weaknesses in the 700R4 and 4L60E tranny's that the B&M doesn't.
When you consider the longevity that you're adding to your trans, the Transgo is the more economical choice in the long run.
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Old Sep 11, 2008 | 06:27 PM
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Car: 91 Bird
Engine: TPI 350
Transmission: 5-Speed
Axle/Gears: 2.77 posi
Re: b&m transkit

Had a TransPak in a th350 way back when and loved it. Had one in a 700r4 and it never worked right. Had 4 or 5 transkits in th350 with no problems.
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