This requires knowledge of lube circuits, apply circuits, apply-rate, accumulation, clamping force, apply-pressure, hard parts strength, and clutch, band, and steel material. In sharp contrast to many “builders”, I actually have a comprehensive understanding of how they work. I’ve been working with the 4L60E very closely since they came out in 1993. You’re not going to be flipping burgers one day, and get a job at a big transmission conglomerate and call yourself an “expert” in 2 days because you manage to assemble the parts in the correct order. It’s also not a transmission that you can just go in a parts catalog and order everything marked “Performance”, and expect it to work and/or last. This isn’t a transmission you’re going to build correctly, using an ATSG assembly manual or a YouTube video. There are too many “builders” out there who are promising things that are above their grade levels. The BIGGEST problem with the 4L60E is the huge lack of knowledge and qualified builders. How can we do this, while many claim these transmissions won’t hold up in a typical 300 horsepower application? While the stock 4L60E has numerous design flaws and weak areas, they can all be corrected. We currently have our Ultra Pro Race builds eclipsing 1200 horsepower in C5 Corvettes. ![]() "CPT specializes on racing and performance 4L60Es. A note about the 4L60E, from our Founder, Frank Cahall.
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