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Old 03-06-2005, 09:42 AM
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I am curious about this, because I don't want to have to do the 80E upgrade anytime soon.
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the 65E's work well into the 12's in the silverado SS's with race weight around 5400-5500. they aren't magic, but they are considerably better than the 60E's.
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Originally Posted by zippy
the 65E's work well into the 12's in the silverado SS's with race weight around 5400-5500. they aren't magic, but they are considerably better than the 60E's.

Id like to hear others opinions on this as well. If what zippy says is more or less reasonable I am happy with that! My truck wont ever see 12's
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Well before I blew up my motor I was hitting a 150 shot off the line quite a few times and my 4L65E is still holding up really well.
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Originally Posted by zippy
the 65E's work well into the 12's in the silverado SS's with race weight around 5400-5500. they aren't magic, but they are considerably better than the 60E's.
Just what I wanted to hear....mine's going in tomorrow.
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Originally Posted by stealth03ss
Id like to hear others opinions on this as well. If what zippy says is more or less reasonable I am happy with that! My truck wont ever see 12's
When it comes to tranny's, if Zippy says it you can swear by it!
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Not trying to jack the thread, but what could a 4l60e take in a RC? 13s?
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with the correct shift kit parts i think it could take you there fine. there is an abuse factor involved, but it certainly should be able to handle it.
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Originally Posted by KLUG'S SS
Well before I blew up my motor I was hitting a 150 shot off the line quite a few times and my 4L65E is still holding up really well.
This is a little off topic but how did you blow your motor. ( hint: I plan on spraying a 150 rwhp shot soon.)
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where did you guys get your 65E, are they stock ones or a little beefed up?


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