The final blow came when the rear of the transmission case snapped. It was first used in buick and cadillac applications, and was quickly adapted to other models. This kit has available all the parts needed to make your transmission a true monster. Certified transmission offers the following resource for those interested in knowing vehicle applications for the remanufactured 400 transmission. Our stage 1 th400 is a heavy duty rebuild with valve body and hydraulic improvements, rollerized rear thrust, heavy duty. High quality gm th400 3l80 automatic transmission soft parts, hard parts, and high quality rebuild kits. Vitalsource bookshelf is the worlds leading platform for distributing, accessing, consuming, and engaging with digital textbooks and course materials. The pump is so simple, but taken for granted far too often. Never rebuild your cars transmission, unless youtube. Th400 transmissions bte racing is a leader when it comes to high performance transmissions, including powerglides and street transmissions. These transmissions are remanufactured with a performance shift kit and all new bands, clutch plates, steel plates, seals, gaskets, etc. How to rebuild and modify gm turbo 400 transmissions is the firstever allcolor rebuild and modify book on gm turbo 400 transmissions. This includes all text illustrations, tables and charts.
Gm 4l80e transmissions 4l80e rebuilds gearstar performance. Enthusiasts have embraced the reliable gm turbo hydramatic 400 threespeed automatics for years, and the popularity of these transmissions is not slowing down. That left the transmission to collect dust and i figured it would be a great. Automatic transmission rebuild kits th400 transmission type. However, high mileage or damage to your transmission can cause it to underperform and eventually burn itself out. This information and photos are meant to help those who wish to rebuild their own transmission, however this is not intended to be a replacement for an atsg or factory tech manual. This information and photos are meant to help those who wish to rebuild their own transmission, however this is not intended to be a replacement for an atsg or. There was no question that a completely new th400 was in order. They are compact for the shorter jeeps, yet extremely versatile and durable. This rebuild kit includes all of the friction plates, steel plates, sealing rings, metal clad seals, gaskets, orings, rubber piston seals, front band, filter, modulator, pump bushing, and extension house bushing. Gm th400 transmission high energy master rebuild kit. First time builders will likely need a tech manual. Complete th350 transmission package novak conversions. Turbo 400 performance transmission parts turbo 400 performance racing transmission parts by fti performance.
Discussion in the hokey ass message board started by scallop, jun 16, 2008. Attach the shelves with wood glue and screws, starting with the top and bottom shelves first. Automatic transmission rebuild kits th400 transmission. Patc is on the cutting edge of performance rear wheel drive american transmission.
Th400 transmission high performance alto red eagle kolene rebuild kit level 2. How to rebuild and modify gm turbo 400 transmissions cartech. This gm4l60e automatic transmission rebuild dvd provides outstanding, simple and detailed teardown and rebuild instructions. To view applications begin by selecting the vehicle manufacturer listed below. Now available with the award winning ati t400 sfi certified supercase.
This is part 2 of 3 videos that i will do on the subject. It comes as a performance mega package and also has a ss variant for those needing a higher horsepower and torque rating. In 1987 the ax5 used different input bearings and used both the snap ring and nut options on the end of the countershaft. The th 400 is the predecessor to the 3l80, 3l80hd, 4l80e and 4l85e. At some point, even the best transmissions need to be rebuilt.
Patc builds gm performance transmissions in many levels. All these kits have clutches manufactured by alto red eagle and gasket sets made by the co. Tips for diy 4l60e transmission repair the 4l60e guide. Patc gm performance transmissions, th400, 700r4, 4l60e, 4l80e, 6l80e, 2004r and others. Introduced in 1964, the th400 is an automatic shift, threespeed, longitudinally positioned transmission. Buy homfa bookshelf, 5tier industrial bookcase, open storage display shelves organizer, accent furniture with wood grain shelves and metal frame for. I will be having a stage 3 transgo shift kit put in it if that makes any difference. Every transmission gets carefully disassembled and is deepcleaned and inspected before assembly. So ive had to rebuild my transmission because it was leaking. Our website offers seamless ordering anytime, and with the exception of business critical personnel, the majority of our customer service, call center sales staff. While the unit is indeed one of the stoutest of its kind, trouble can still occur. I am sure you can go thru it and rebuild by changing the gear, but all the little spring poppets in there are just too much to disassemble and not screw up. The th400 transmission from general motors is one of the most popular and widely used transmissions in the racing and rodding industry.
I highly recommend you find some if you plan on rebuilding more then a couple gm transmissions. This kit includes flat dacron late filter band extension housing bushing front pump bushing. Tools needed to rebuild a th350 monster transmission youtube. Join me as i sand, paint, and organize my old new shelf. The blue one is for the 4l80e to 6l90e transmissions.
Th400 transmission specs, id, and common problems the th400 is an aluminum cased three speed automatic transmission that was produced by gm. This transmission is known more commonly by the name th400, although it did receive another name change in the late 80s, adopting the name 3l80. Leading provider of high performance automatic transmissions, torque converters and drivetrain components for race, streetstrip, hot rod, street rod and towing th400 gm transmission overhaul kits rebuild kits service kits. Long before offtheshelf performance parts were readily available, the torqueflite 727 was the transmission to have.
It is neither inferred nor implied that any item sold by is a product authorized by or in any way connected with any vehicle manufacturers displayed on this page. Do any of you transmission guys know a good dvd or book on rebuilding a th400, other than the how to work with and modify the th400 book by ron sessionsthe one with the red 70 chevelle on the cover, i have it allready. Free shipping is standard on all our master rebuild kits. The general motors turbo hydramatic 400 is a 3 speed automatic transmission with a torque convertor. Th400 transmission tools, automatic transmission tools, gm transmission tools, ford transmission tools. Add the common misconception that transmission fluids are backward compatible with the older generation of th350 and th400. Unfollow chevy turbo 400 transmission to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. How to troubleshoot a turbohydramatic 400 transmission it. This booklet contains general description and overhaul procedures necessary to repair, overhaul or service the thm 400 transmission, and is found in both passenger cars and trucks. A rebuilt front pump and recalibrated valve body ensure smoothrunning transmissions with lasting reliability.
Jegs performance products 62014 transmission rebuild kit 19651987 gm th400 non. Th400 rebuiltreinforced high performance transmissions. Parts for the th400 transmission novak conversions. Transmission fluids suitable for a th350 and th400. Experienced staff can provide assistance in directing you to a solution. I was surprised how little info and diys are out there on this transmission. Fti offers a wide variety of th400 parts including racing transmisison pumps, valve bodies, gear sets and deep transmission. Dec 02, 2015 tips for diy 4l60e transmission repair december 2, 2015 diy 4l60e transmissions are a stronger transmission than average. The king of the hydramatics is surely the th400 3l80 transmission. If you are familiar with the inner workings of a transmission, then rebuilding it yourself is a great idea. The monsterinabox transmission rebuild kit for the th400 is available for gm vehicles. I decided to rebuild it myself since it was on my list of stuff i always wanted to learn. This book includes removal of the transmission from a typical vehicle, complete teardown, and stepbystep reassembly.
Save money by making repairs and performance upgrades yourself. Leading provider of high performance automatic transmissions, torque converters and drivetrain components for race, streetstrip, hot rod, street rod and towing th400 gm transmission overhaul kits rebuild. These days, each car company has created a specific type of gear oil and transmission fluid for their vehicles. The cheapest way to do this is to get a good secondhand box from a car breaker, or a more expensive option is to get a reconditioned or new one. Jeep 87on ax5 transmission rebuild kit ax5 5spd 19872002. Few, if any, automotive repair shops are willing to touch one these days. We have included the major changes and updates in the appropriate sections of this booklet. Gm 4l80e transmissions are often overlooked, yet is a toprated leading option. Descending 125 125c 200 200c 2004r th350 th400 700r4 4l60e 4l65e 4l70e 4l80e 4l85e 4t60 4t60e 4t65e cd4e transmission. Patc gm transmissions, th400, 700r4, 4l60e, 4l80e, 6l80e. Ati racing transmissions th400 drag racing transmissions. Although often taunted as a bit heavy and power robbing, the th400. Jegs transmission rebuild kit for 19651987 gm th400. Th400 transmission, turbo 400 transmission, th400 monster.
Quality gm turbo 400 master rebuild kit by global transmission parts contains exactly what the rebuilder needs to complete their th400 rebuild. Dec 18, 2008 rather than try to rebuild the transmission you have, its easier to have a replacement fitted. Our stage 1 th400 is a heavy duty rebuild with valve body and hydraulic improvements, rollerized rear thrust, heavy duty intermediate snap ring, and oem pan. Providing automatic transmission parts, high performance transmission parts, manual transmission parts, and transfer cases. Jegs complete transmission rebuild kits take the guesswork out of transmission repair or rebuild by bringing together all the best components for an allinone americanmade kit that is specific to your application. Th400 2wd transmission chevy pattern shift rite transmissions.
In 1987 the turbo 400 was renamed the 3l80 and an hd version for light passenger trucks was named the 3l80hd. Gm4l60e automatic transmission rebuild dvd the motor bookstore. How to rebuild a 727 torqueflight transmission whichcar. Turbo hydramatic 400 3l80, m40 the european transmission. It was created by rick metzing who is a certified transmission mechanic with over 25 years experience. The th350 is such a popular transmission, and one of our most requested turnkey automatics. A fully assembled unit weighs nearly 5 pounds, so its no lightweight. Build bookcases for added storage or make an old bookshelf new again. Visit diy ford for installation and transmission guide. The demonstrations and instructions presented in this video are also very useful for the gm700r4 tranny as well. Buy transmission repair and rebuild manuals for automatic and manual vehicles. Master rebuild kit with all clutches and steels, name brand clutches such as borg warner or raybestos filtran brand transmission filter bonded pistons borg warner or raybestos front band borg warner carbon lined reverse band bushing kit pump gears updated bronze thrust washers replaces oem plastic washers. The turbohydramatic 400 th400 automatic transmission can be found behind large, powerful engines on chevrolet and gm cars and trucks from the factory, as well as jeep, cadillac, oldsmobile and many others.
If you own a 4l60e transmission, then your transmission has the capabilities of an overdrive transmission. Th400 turbo 400 transmission master rebuild kit 1965 and up gm, free shipping on turbo 400 transmission master rebuild kit. Dec 18, 20 watch as steve vasquez from synchrotech transmissions helps us with an s2k trans rebuild for our ap1 project car. Since 1963 performance transmission products rwd 3 speed. I dont plan to rebuild it myself, but there is a guy here local that has a good rep of rebuilding them. This high energy th400 master rebuild kit with alto friction clutches and steel plates is a complete transmission rebuild kit. Homeadvisors cost to build bookshelves guide gives average costs and details and process to hang or build cabinets or bookshelves. Respected automotive technical author cliff ruggles takes readers through the complex rebuild procedure of gms most popular rearwheel drive automatic transmission in this great new book. Although often taunted as a bit heavy and power robbing, the th400 makes up for it with its great strength and longterm durability in heavyduty service.
In the turbo hydromatics category, we have several th400. Our mission is to provide quality new and used parts for your transmission. Th400 rebuild info ls1, ls2, ls6, lt1, sbc turbo and. From short tracks to drag strips and car shows to museums, the turbo 400 transmission. Transmission repair manuals diy transmission rebuilds. Call us today for a free quote 31874615688774060617. It will take readers through the complex rebuild procedure of gm. Th400 400 turbo 400 transmission high performance master. The thm 400 transmission was first introduced in 1964 and was used through the 1990 model year with some engineering changes that occured during that time. In almost all cases a complete unit is ordered from a transmission rebuild shop or commercial remanufacturing facility.
E46 zf 5hp19 transmission rebuild part 2 bmw 330i 325i youtube. Th400 specs, info, and identification drivetrain resource. This was one of general motors editions of the hydramatic transmission series. The last picture shows the holding brackets used in repairing the gm transmissions. If your going to get a transmission for part time strip use. Th400 transmission parts th400 transmission rebuild kits, th400 transmission filters th400 transmission bands, th400 transmission sprags th400 transmission thrust washers, th400 transmission bushings th400 transmission gaskets, th400 transmission tools th400 transmission fluid additives, th400 transmission solenoids th400 transmission torrington bearings, th400 transmission seals th400 transmission valve body kits, th400 transmission shift kits, automatic transmission fluid coolers, th400. General motors gm turbo 400 automatic transmission rebuilding. Performance transmission products rwd 3 speed page 2 since 1963 call. Th400 turbo 400 alto high performance master transmission.
The black one is for the older transmissions stopping at the th400. Due to the complexity of modern, electronically controlled 4, 5, and 6speed units, overhaul and repair has been limited even at dealership levels. Raybestos friction module with all the friction plates required for your build. All manufacturer names, symbols, and descriptions, used in our images and text are used solely for identification purposes only. This is a new page here at novak that will be dedicated to offering any unique or useful parts for the th400 automatic transmission that may be helpful to the builder. The last option you have is to rebuild the transmission yourself or have it rebuilt by a transmission shop.
Th400 turbo 400 performance racing transmissions fti. In the turbo hydromatics category, we have several th400 versions to choose from. I see aluminum pumps at summit or jegs for around 100. Th400 turbo 400 transmission master rebuild kit 1965 and up gm. Making the better choices in a transmission can determine the success, ease and affordability of the rest of the project.
This is a transmission bearing rebuild kit for the jeep rear wheel drive or four wheel drive ax5 5speed manual transmission for years 198702. The turbo 400 transmission was a 3 speed automatic transmission developed by general motors. Not only will it save you the labor cost, but also you can validate the integrity of the rebuild. Th400 disassembly guide general motors introduced the th400 transmission in 1964. The transmission is central to any conversion, both physically and in terms of planning. This fourspeed overdrive trans works with just about any power level and engine combination.
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