Auto trans conversion

[FirstWorldProblems]

Hey everyone, i'm thinking of going auto. Big stall, ratchet shifter, all the fun stuff. What are my options, and what would i have to do to convert it?? What's the best type of trans?

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[hj16]

Here is by far the most complete guide to a 4R70W conversion ever

http://www.modularfords.com/articles/Installing_a_4R70W_AODE_into_a_0304_Cobra.html

 

[rocket5979]

I am partial to the 4R70W. In stock form they are ok and can be built to take one hell of a beating.

Get a built 4R with a high stall and a manual VB and whatever shifter you prefer. Get a driveshaft out of an auto GT. There shouldn't be much to it being that you will be going from a manual to a manually operated auto trans. Don't forget the flexplate and likely a starter out of an auto GT.

 

[Shane97Cobra]

I just did the 4R70W converstion this winter and LOVE it. The car is a completely different car now. My trans was built by Darrin at BC-Automotive in Danville, IN. It has every option available...extra clutches, strong intermediate shaft, tailshaft cooling mod, etc. I also have a PA Racing full manual VB that retains lockup and overdrive. It also has a trans brake.
I had Lenny at Ultimate Converter Concepts build he converter and it is pretty close on the first try.
I'm using the B&M Pro-Stick for a shifter, I don't like the feel of rachet shifters.

It's not a cheap conversion and all I can say is do ton of reading and research before making the move.

 

[CREJoe]

A built automatic is the only way to fly for a drag car, unless of course you run a Liberty or Lenco. You'll be very happy with a trans brake type as well. My shop builds and installs them and every guy who does the swap swears to never go back to the manual. They're typically more durable and definitely faster. Make sure you get good parts up front and you won't be sorry. Good luck.

 

[Rotzs99]

WEAK sauce!

 

[FirstWorldProblems]

WEAK sauce!

Get a lane!! :cool2: lol

 

[Rotzs99]

off the bottle....anytime.

 

[FirstWorldProblems]

off the bottle....anytime.

Oooh a little competition. I'm still usin the slicks though. U gonna make it out to and of the street car chaos's or anythign at 41 anytime soon?

 

[vnmpind]

c4 i like
pa makes a nice kit