to shift kit, or not to shift kit

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04-19-2007, 08:25 AM

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get the shift kit and if your have an aftermarket tune then have the line pressures returned to stock

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04-19-2007, 08:27 AM

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the TR224 in an LS1 is a really nice combo... esp with the 3K converter.

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04-19-2007, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by beastmode

just like it says, im thinking about doing the transgo shift kit when i do my LS1 swap and im getting all my tranny parts in order and dunno if the shift kit is something i wanna buy.... i want my tranny to last (i guess like everyone else lol), if my tranny is shiftin hard when i put this shift kit in, wont that put some stress on it or would a shift kit be better for it??

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When you do the Transgo shift kit....have your Tuner re-tune your PCM for the shift kit and they will reset your shift points and line pressure, so that way the kit can actually do that for you.

I have a Transgo shift kit in mine and I love it. Your tranny will lats long with the quick shifts as opposed to the slower smoother shift fro the OEM settings. Slower moother shifts=more heat and more heat=a bad day for a tranny.

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04-19-2007, 08:34 AM

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I would do a shift kit over bumping line pressure via PCM anyday!

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04-19-2007, 08:41 AM

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ok cool, thanks fellas, transgo shift kit it is, thanks for explaining

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04-19-2007, 08:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Torque_Wrench

Same here. bumping the line pressure makes it shift harder, and that's it. The kit will make it shift faster, "prevents" slipping, and you can change how hard/firm the shifting is. And your converter will love the kit. Not to mention that you can hold 1st or 2nd gear at an RPM.

Get a deep trans pan with a drain plug also, this will make changing the oil way easier.

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04-19-2007, 09:05 AM

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Just installed my HD2 yesterday! I also added a Vette servo, metal accumulator pistons and a hardened separator plate.
I couldn't be happier with my transmission now. It shifts firm but not hard. The shifts are also very quick without any slippage.
I highly recommend a shift kit.

Also, thanks to everyone that posted their installation advice on Performance Trucks. Your help and tips made my installation go flawlessly. Again, thanks.