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Do I need a new governor??

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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 02:04 PM
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From: Long Beach, MS
Car: 1990 trans am gta
Engine: 5.7 ltr 350 stock
Transmission: 700r4
Do I need a new governor??

My car won't shift from first until I hit about 4200rpm. When I'm driving in town, shouldn't it shift sooner. Does this sound like a bad governor gear? If so, where is a good place to purchase one? Thank you.
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 02:07 PM
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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica
Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop
Engine: 383 Carb
Transmission: 4L60
Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44
Re: Do I need a new governor??

Is your TV cable connected?
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Old Jul 17, 2008 | 02:13 PM
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Car: 1990 trans am gta
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Transmission: 700r4
Re: Do I need a new governor??

It is and has been adjusted. When I bought the car a couple of months ago, it shifted fine. It has gradually gotten this way.
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