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  • Shift Kit Worth The Mony?

    I have an automatic right now and i was wondering if getting a shift kit would be worth the money...i know its not gonna be the same as a stick but will it help?
    Red 1994 Firebird Modifications: K&N FIPK gen2 Dynomax Exhuast(Now offroad)Rapid Fire Spark Plugs 160 thermosat Dunlop Sp5000c 17\" eagle alloy rims Audio: Pioneer Premier 630x cd player, 2 12inch polk ex2 subs

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    it'll put power to the wheels longer since it's using less time to shift. aslo, it'll keep the tranny clutches around longer. if you had a bunch of bolt-on power mods, I'd do it.
    2001 Arctic White Firebird<br />T-Tops, 3.42 rear gear stock<br />Mods:K&N Air Filter,Whisper Air Induction Lid, maf screen removed, raised air box, Kumho Ecsta 712 255-50-ZR16 tires, BMR stb<br />Mods not installed yet: FTRA, SLP Lsd/Differential cover<br />Near Future Mods: HPP3, GMMG 3\" Exhaust , 1LE Swaybars, Transgo Shift Kit, MSD-DIS-4 w/ Accel Coil-Packs, Turquoise Blue Neon Underbody Kit, BMR Adj. LCA\'s, G2 Sfc\'s & V-braces, Pacesetter headers

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    • #3
      I love the hell out of my shift kit i just installed it like 3 weeks ago man it rocks
      <b><a href=\"http://www.sick-sixx.com\" target=\"_blank\">SICK-SIXX MEMBER</a></b><br />NA 14.345 with a 1.863 60 foot<br />Nitrous 13.03@99.5 with a 1.63 60 foot<br /><br />2000 Camaro 3.8L A4: USE TO HAVE Comp Cam 210/220 .535/.547 113lsa 111 I/C, Port and Polished Heads, NX Wet Kit 100 Shot, CPRA made by CP, RK Sport Headers

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      • #4
        can you still leave the computer to do the shifting with a shift kit?

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        • #5
          what is a good shift kit to get? and is there anything else i have to change when putting the shift kit on?
          Red 1994 Firebird Modifications: K&N FIPK gen2 Dynomax Exhuast(Now offroad)Rapid Fire Spark Plugs 160 thermosat Dunlop Sp5000c 17\" eagle alloy rims Audio: Pioneer Premier 630x cd player, 2 12inch polk ex2 subs

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          • #6
            I had a trasngo stage two installed that i bought off ebay, its awesome. My car no longer shifts like a mini-van and the faster shifts make a big difference. Bit expensive but i'd say its worth it, guess it makes the tranny last longer to [img]graemlins/thumbsup.gif[/img] .

            -Erik
            94 Camaro A4 Dark-Maroon 153k<br />Slp CAI,Transgo stage2,Tranny Cooler,AL ds,bilstien, eibachi\'s,bmr stuffs.

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            • #7
              I have the transgo stage 3 with extra components for a high stall converter I bought mine from www.thunderracing.com
              <b><a href=\"http://www.sick-sixx.com\" target=\"_blank\">SICK-SIXX MEMBER</a></b><br />NA 14.345 with a 1.863 60 foot<br />Nitrous 13.03@99.5 with a 1.63 60 foot<br /><br />2000 Camaro 3.8L A4: USE TO HAVE Comp Cam 210/220 .535/.547 113lsa 111 I/C, Port and Polished Heads, NX Wet Kit 100 Shot, CPRA made by CP, RK Sport Headers

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              • #8
                Ya im thinking either going transgo or b&m for a shift kit but is there any other parts i have to buy to make the kit work?
                Red 1994 Firebird Modifications: K&N FIPK gen2 Dynomax Exhuast(Now offroad)Rapid Fire Spark Plugs 160 thermosat Dunlop Sp5000c 17\" eagle alloy rims Audio: Pioneer Premier 630x cd player, 2 12inch polk ex2 subs

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                • #9
                  <blockquote>quote:</font><hr>Originally posted by Patrick Javert:
                  aslo, it'll keep the tranny clutches around longer<hr></blockquote>

                  i disagree. shift kits firm up shifts by increasing main line pressure. what does this mean? it means that when the clutch packs apply (like during a shift), they are slammed against the steel plates with much greater force. and stock clutch discs for the 6-banger 4l60e are not the most hefty pieces of friction material anyway.

                  the trans does not slip enough to cause any damage during regular shifts. if it did you'd get the p1870 code, "trans component slipping." the clutch discs and steel plates were designed to slip a little during shifts.

                  if you want a shorter shift time, then a shift kit will definately help you out... but extending trans life is no reason to get a shift kit...
                  ASE Master, L1, X1, C1. Instructor in automotive systems. 99 3800 4L60E with a few mods and a greatful dead sticker on the back window.

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                  • #10
                    I have two brand new Transgo units for sale. Check my post in the FS section.

                    Scott

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                    • #11
                      shift kits are a must for autos :D
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                      • #12
                        ok thanks for the advice do u guys know where the best place to buy transgo shift kits for a low price is?
                        Red 1994 Firebird Modifications: K&N FIPK gen2 Dynomax Exhuast(Now offroad)Rapid Fire Spark Plugs 160 thermosat Dunlop Sp5000c 17\" eagle alloy rims Audio: Pioneer Premier 630x cd player, 2 12inch polk ex2 subs

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