There are many hot button issues in hot rod culture that have a clear divide amongst its faithful. Chevy or Ford, LS or Small Block, Carburetor or EFI, Automatic or Manual. Sure there are some of us that don’t have a specific favorite, but for the vast majority, the choices are clear cut and unwavering….
Tag: 700r4
Getting locked up : Why the torque converter lock up is important.
Torque converter lock up is one of those things that can be easily overlooked in the normal operation of any newer automatic transmission. With the computer controlled transmissions we are used to driving today the converter will lock and unlock without us ever realizing what’s going on. The lock up converter was introduced in the…
Rebuilt vs. Remanufactured
The light duty GM 4-speed automatic with overdrive has been one of the most popular transmissions of all time. What started out as the infamous 700-R4 and has now evolved into the 4L75-E transmission. These transmissions offer great performance in a small package that fits really well in many hot rod applications. The other advantage…
How to: What gear do I use when dyno testing my car?
In the never ending pursuit of horsepower we will stop at nothing to gain the upper hand. More fuel + more air = more power! With today’s fuel injected engines, it’s not hard to make a lot of horsepower and torque, but don’t forget that it’s just as important to back that engine up with…