Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

BIG CTY · 01-17-2011, 07:17 PM

I recently picked up a 93 Blazer Sport (read about that here), and I'm in need of a new tranny. Since I've learned that this truck should be a keeper, instead of the pick-n-pull route I decided to hunt down a rebuilt tranny. Here is what I'm being told about one:

"Fully rebuildt and upgraded with hd parts for pulling..

Rebuild consists of:

Vette servo
Kevlar band
Beast shell
13 vane pump kit with hd ring and slide
.500 boost valve
Trans go shift improver for better hold and shifts
Red eagle clutch kit with added clutches
Kolene slotted steels
All new bushings, bearings and washers
All new rings, seals and gaskets
New filter
Valves pulled and cleaned
All solenoids replaced
Force motor boosted

Add $160 for a new hd convertor...lifetime warranty"

All that is French to me, havent a clue what any of it means except HD...figured it would be cool to having a High Definition transmission.

I kid, I ASSume it means Heavy Duty. Anyway I'm being told all that can be had for $700...or $100 more than I paid for the truck

What say you?

BIG CTY · 01-17-2011, 10:27 PM

Anyone? I have to let this guy know in the morning. I'd appreciate any info, thanks in advance.

**VetteVet** · 01-17-2011, 11:45 PM

You can check this site for a comparison on the rebuild parts. I'd say you are getting a good deal if there is a warranty.
http://www.transmissionhead.com/

BossHogg69 · 01-18-2011, 12:10 AM

Don't know if this helps, but the last time I had a 700R4/4L60 rebuilt (in an '89 xcab p/u) it cost me $765 and didn't come with any of that upgraded stuff you listed. It was only a stock rebuild probably using the cheapest parts that transmission shop could find. Sounds like a good deal.

Also, that Blazer you scored is sharp!

cableguy0 · 01-18-2011, 12:46 AM

Vette servo and beast sun shell are definately good upgrades. Red eagle clutches and kolene steels are top notch stuff. If that stuff is actually in the unit its a very good price. That blazer was a great buy.

BIG CTY · 01-18-2011, 12:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VetteVet

You can check this site for a comparison on the rebuild parts. I'd say you are getting a good deal if there is a warranty.
http://www.transmissionhead.com/

Quote:

Originally Posted by BossHogg69

Don't know if this helps, but the last time I had a 700R4/4L60 rebuilt (in an '89 xcab p/u) it cost me $765 and didn't come with any of that upgraded stuff you listed. It was only a stock rebuild probably using the cheapest parts that transmission shop could find. Sounds like a good deal.

Also, that Blazer you scored is sharp!

Quote:

Originally Posted by cableguy0

Vette servo and beast sun shell are definately good upgrades. Red eagle clutches and kolene steels are top notch stuff. If that stuff is actually in the unit its a very good price. That blazer was a great buy.

Excellent! Thanks for the info (and compliments), looks like I'll be ordering it in the morning then. I hope to have it in by Monday, then I can start driving this beast!

Transbuilderguy · 01-18-2011, 07:51 PM

force motor being booste means that they turned the torx screw on the back of the EPC to make higher pressure.
kevlar bands I dont really like the stock carbon fiber band is suficient
everything else seems pretty good for a budget build
lifetime warranty? well i guess you cant go wrong there
however be careful there are alot of places that get junkyard transmissions "fix" them whci may consist of some 3-4 clutches and a band and resell it as rebuilt they have all of about 50 bucks in it then they go out of business ands open up with another name and do the same thing again so you cant get any warranty. I will not name the biggest culprit of this but they are here in FL.

BIG CTY · 01-18-2011, 11:18 PM

^ Excellent information, thanks man!!

BIG CTY · 01-21-2011, 10:33 PM

Here is the website, scroll down and look for the "SUPER 60."

01-17-2011, 07:17 PM	#1
BIG CTY Between the earth and the sky Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 822	Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? I recently picked up a 93 Blazer Sport (read about that here), and I'm in need of a new tranny. Since I've learned that this truck should be a keeper, instead of the pick-n-pull route I decided to hunt down a rebuilt tranny. Here is what I'm being told about one: "Fully rebuildt and upgraded with hd parts for pulling.. Rebuild consists of: Vette servo Kevlar band Beast shell 13 vane pump kit with hd ring and slide .500 boost valve Trans go shift improver for better hold and shifts Red eagle clutch kit with added clutches Kolene slotted steels All new bushings, bearings and washers All new rings, seals and gaskets New filter Valves pulled and cleaned All solenoids replaced Force motor boosted Add $160 for a new hd convertor...lifetime warranty" All that is French to me, havent a clue what any of it means except HD...figured it would be cool to having a High Definition transmission. I kid, I ASSume it means Heavy Duty. Anyway I'm being told all that can be had for $700...or $100 more than I paid for the truck What say you? __________________ Chris - 1966 C10 Shortbed Fleetside, 1991 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab, 1993 Blazer Sport 4x4 My other rides: 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS427 Convertible 1976 Dodge Tradesman B200 2002 Nissan Maxima 6 speed 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500 Last edited by BIG CTY; 01-17-2011 at 07:18 PM.

01-17-2011, 10:27 PM	#2
BIG CTY Between the earth and the sky Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 822	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? Anyone? I have to let this guy know in the morning. I'd appreciate any info, thanks in advance. __________________ Chris - 1966 C10 Shortbed Fleetside, 1991 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab, 1993 Blazer Sport 4x4 My other rides: 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS427 Convertible 1976 Dodge Tradesman B200 2002 Nissan Maxima 6 speed 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500

01-17-2011, 11:45 PM	#3
VetteVet Msgt USAF Ret Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan Posts: 8,703	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? You can check this site for a comparison on the rebuild parts. I'd say you are getting a good deal if there is a warranty. http://www.transmissionhead.com/ __________________ VetteVet metallic green 67 stepside 74 corvette convertible 1965 Harley sportster 1995 Harley wide glide Growing old is hell, but it beats the alternative.

01-18-2011, 12:10 AM	#4
BossHogg69 motor exploder Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 2,346	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? Don't know if this helps, but the last time I had a 700R4/4L60 rebuilt (in an '89 xcab p/u) it cost me $765 and didn't come with any of that upgraded stuff you listed. It was only a stock rebuild probably using the cheapest parts that transmission shop could find. Sounds like a good deal. Also, that Blazer you scored is sharp! __________________ Adam 1969 Chevy CST/10 stepside, DART Big M/TREMEC Magnum Extreme/3.73's w/Detroit Truetrac 1965 Chevy Bel Air Wagon (daily driver), 327/TH350,10 bolt w/3.08's 1961 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe, ZZ454/M21/9" rear w/3.50's & Detroit Truetrac 2005 GMC 1500 ccsb 2wd, 6.0L/4L65e/3.73 G80 2006 GMC 2500HD ccsb 4x4, DMax LBZ/Allison 6spd/4.56's w/Detroit TrueTrac Use the SEARCH function on this forum - it is your friend!!

01-18-2011, 12:46 AM	#5
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? Vette servo and beast sun shell are definately good upgrades. Red eagle clutches and kolene steels are top notch stuff. If that stuff is actually in the unit its a very good price. That blazer was a great buy. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

01-18-2011, 07:51 PM	#7
Transbuilderguy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Mt Dora, FL Posts: 99	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? force motor being booste means that they turned the torx screw on the back of the EPC to make higher pressure. kevlar bands I dont really like the stock carbon fiber band is suficient everything else seems pretty good for a budget build lifetime warranty? well i guess you cant go wrong there however be careful there are alot of places that get junkyard transmissions "fix" them whci may consist of some 3-4 clutches and a band and resell it as rebuilt they have all of about 50 bucks in it then they go out of business ands open up with another name and do the same thing again so you cant get any warranty. I will not name the biggest culprit of this but they are here in FL.

01-18-2011, 11:18 PM	#8
BIG CTY Between the earth and the sky Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 822	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? ^ Excellent information, thanks man!! __________________ Chris - 1966 C10 Shortbed Fleetside, 1991 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab, 1993 Blazer Sport 4x4 My other rides: 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS427 Convertible 1976 Dodge Tradesman B200 2002 Nissan Maxima 6 speed 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500

01-21-2011, 10:33 PM	#9
BIG CTY Between the earth and the sky Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Chesapeake, VA Posts: 822	Re: Need advice on rebuilt 4L60e tranny, can you decipher this? Here is the website, scroll down and look for the "SUPER 60." __________________ Chris - 1966 C10 Shortbed Fleetside, 1991 GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab, 1993 Blazer Sport 4x4 My other rides: 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS427 Convertible 1976 Dodge Tradesman B200 2002 Nissan Maxima 6 speed 2004 Mercedes Benz CL500



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