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Old Jun 16, 2007 | 08:21 PM
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longevity of 700r4 with shift kit

i was wondering how long you guys have had your shift kits in for and how long the trans has lasted. I was thinkin about getting a trans go kit but want to make sure my trans will last
any one have the trans go with full manual control?
how is it and how long have you had it?
any opinions are welcome

thanks
brendon
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Old Jun 30, 2007 | 07:15 PM
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Car: 97 Z71
Engine: 350 Vortec
Transmission: 4L60E
Re: longevity of 700r4 with shift kit

Shift kit will increase the life of the trans by reducing the slippage between gears and thus reducing wear on friction material.

The biggest factor in any tranmission's life expectancy will always be the weight of your right foot.
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Old Jun 30, 2007 | 08:00 PM
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Car: 89 Firebird
Engine: 408
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: 12 bolt/4.11
Re: longevity of 700r4 with shift kit

I had my tranny rebuilt 2 years ago. The only upgrades were a B&M street/strip shift kit and Z-pac clutches and band. I have had no prblems with it at all in the 2 years I have been driving it. When and if it does give out the next tranny will get many more upgrades.
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Old Jun 30, 2007 | 10:01 PM
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Car: '91 Z28 L98 G92
Engine: Modded L98
Transmission: Modded 700R4
Axle/Gears: Modded 10-Bolt
Re: longevity of 700r4 with shift kit

From what I have seen from my TH700R4 doin' duty behind a TORQUEY L98, it is definately a strong transmission....shift kit....heavy right foot.. it's no light weight.
Bill
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