where to buy a 700r tranny?

[bmfpeterson]

I am set on installing an overdrive tranny and had a guy all set to build me a 700r and Im not sure if i pissed him off or what but cant get a hold of him....so Im looking somewhere else

So when in doubt I look to you guys.....

I have a 350sb punched out .60 over, edelbroc rpm heads air gap intake harland sharp roller rockers edelbroc cam, gear drive, edelbroc 800 carb.


I want to buy a tranny but Im not sure how built it needs to be to last. or built at all? I plan on driving it on the weekends and to work once a week. But I do want to haul ass everywhere I go! hahaha.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!!!!!!

[Critter]

Originally Posted by bmfpeterson

But I do want to haul ass everywhere I go! hahaha.

I don't have much help to offer, but this did make me laugh and spit Sunkist on my computer.

[cparman]

What trans is in your truck now? If it is a TH350, I would recommend a 200r4. It will be a bolt for bolt swap. No cutting the driveshaft ETC. If not then a 700 is the way to go. Search the local salvage yards, and find a 700 with a cable driven speedo. Find a small trans shop with a great reputation, and tell them what you want. If you want them to install it or you want to install it. Here is what you need:
700r4 trans and converter
linkage to connect the TV cable to the carb
wiring to the torque converter, and the correct connector to the trans
4 pin brake light switch

YOU WILL LOVE WHEN DONE

[burbguy]

Hey someone was telling me about "Monster transmission". Are they any good..? Also my buddy was telling me there pretty reasonable..? Maybe gotta check into it further..?

[ratrod67]

If your looking for a mail order transmission you should check out Phoenix Transmissions. They do excellent work.

http://www.phoenixtrans.com/

[blazin]

i put a 700r4 in my blazer. works great, had it built to sit behide my 383 stroker with 465hp and 492 tq. seems to be holding up fine. you could always buy one of those raptor 700r4's. they builod them for 500-700hp. heres a link
http://www.transmissioncenter.net/highperf700r4.htm

[BIGBLU 72]

im thinking about doing this too but was wondering what the wiring to torque converter and four pin break lights were for?

[POPO1984]

Performabuilt transmissions has a good Rep. I am getting my trany from them when its time

[gkesseru]

TCI has a wiring kit. You can also find it at Summit. The 4 pin brake switch is to unlock the converter when you apply the brakes. Also try Bow Tie Overdrives.

[fishingjred73]

Also try bowtie overdrives

[BIGBLU 72]

where does the wiring and stuff go?

[gkesseru]

see http://static.summitracing.com/globa...tci-376600.pdf for wiring instructions.
Also this guy has an excellent writeup:
http://www.rowand.net/Shop/Tech/LockupTCCWiring.htm

[bmfpeterson]

well Im glad I could make you laugh! haha

the truck originally had a straight 6 and three on the tree. So a stock rebuilt 700 should take 500hp is what it sounds like.

I was looking on bowtie overdrive and they have some nice looking stuff but it looks like you pay for it! has anyone bought from them????

I have a 4.3L V-6 with a 700 on it that came out of an S-10 but wasnt sure if it was the same tranny I am looking for, the s-10 was a 91 or so????

I started looking at bowtie a while ago and they seem to be legit but at the same time my knowledge on trannys is very limited to say the least. 1300 for a tranny sounds like a chunk of money but I dont want to mess with it in the future!

thanks for the input!

[70clone]

i got myne from this website http://www.outlawtransmissions.com/v...es/default.htm 1.5 yrs ago mine runs strong i got the stage 2 700r4 with stage 2 shift perfect for every day driving. i couldnt be happier i got it out the door for 980 with converter give them a ring

[bmfpeterson]

Is there a special 700 that I need to get??

I know that there are some small differences from the older 700's to the newer ones.

What is a K case? it seems like that is a popular case????

are the newer 700's computer controlled, and does that mean I need the older style?


is there a better 700 to buy as far as what year was a better or different one?

Thanks

[bmfpeterson]

I finally bought a trans and thought it worked out pretty good!!!!!

700r4 "K" case full rebuild (not sure exactly what that means)- corvette servo- shift kit- 2500 stall converter- kick down cable... $980.00 with tax

Built to handle 600hp??? is what he told me.he is a buddy of my friend that races NHRA so I kinda have some faith in him.......

He said he made the trans a hydraulic lock up so I don't have to have a wire from my brake switch....


So what do you think?

[caboutin]

I have a 700R4 behind a big block, had it for years now. I no one has ever told you, do not put a 700R4 in your vehicle. It was never intended to b behind an engine with a carb on it for many reasons!!! The drop in rpm's is small, first gear is a monster but I advise against it. If u still want a 700R4 after this, I will sell u mine. :}

[wHATANERD]

I went with Phoenix for my 700R4, I went to the shop in Wetherford, TX. Great people, and quality work

[bigkountry]

Since ditching the idea of swapping over to a manual tranny, I will be looking to buy one from these guys.

http://www.gearstar.net/transmission....php?catunid=6

Pretty good deal: tranny, stall, cooler, fluid and no core required on most.

[robnolimit]

There are many good trany shops out there. I have to say that Mark bowler, of Bowler transmissions is the smartest trans guy I've ever met. If you need a lock-up kit, and or a TV cable set up, he has the best stuff out there

[bmfpeterson]

Originally Posted by caboutin

I have a 700R4 behind a big block, had it for years now. I no one has ever told you, do not put a 700R4 in your vehicle. It was never intended to b behind an engine with a carb on it for many reasons!!! The drop in rpm's is small, first gear is a monster but I advise against it. If u still want a 700R4 after this, I will sell u mine. :}

I dont understand? are you for the 700 or against it........

[project67-stepside]

hey bro im in mesa i have a guy thats building me one if u have a core, ive known him for years and he provides the kickdown and the torque converter lockup pm me if ur interested

[bmfpeterson]

Thanks dude! I just bought one.