preformance automatic?

[heresjimmydean]

im currently writing a reseach paper for class and im wondering if there is such a thing as a performance automatic transmission for a 99 3.8L? i realize that most performance transmissions are manual, but if there is an automatic one it would be really helpful to the developement of my paper. so does such a thing exist? if one does, any information you guys can provide would be very helpful.

[badinfluenceRS]

Re: preformance automatic?

If you're going to get a good grade on the paper.

Make sure you spell performance right

and yes, shift kits, stalls (not actually tranny but close enough), as well as built autos for the big-time drag cars

[greasemonkey]

Re: preformance automatic?

Automatics are better suited for high horsepower drag applications. Sticks are good for road racing and autocross (auto-x) I know theres some very low 1/4 mile stick shifts, but automatics are more consistent and can shift faster than any human can with a stick.

As for your answer, a built up 4L60E, 700R4, or even a Turbo Hydramatic (THM) 350 or 400. Most times, if not all, paired up with a smaller/higher stall torque converter to make it like a stick where you can launch at a higher rpm.

Good luck with your paper!

[lookout4theyeti]

Re: preformance automatic?

If you going to get a good grade on the paper.

If you're going to get a good grade on the paper...

lol

[99pewterv6]

Re: preformance automatic?

check out performabuilt.com. The sell performance built 4l60e transmissions.

[badinfluenceRS]

Re: preformance automatic?

If you're going to get a good grade on the paper...

lol

I had to be a smartass

[95astrovan]

Re: preformance automatic?

if u wanna get really technical about it, the stock 4L60e's would be considered more 'performance" than the sticks, cuz theyre slightly faster than the stick cars...what kinda performance are you talkin about?

[heresjimmydean]

Re: preformance automatic?

thank you guys. this is enough info for a good start on the paper and some good places to look for additional research. you guys rock.

[IDoVoodoo]

Re: preformance automatic?

if u wanna get really technical about it, the stock 4L60e's would be considered more 'performance" than the sticks, cuz theyre slightly faster than the stick cars...what kinda performance are you talkin about?

not faster, more consistent

[josh98bird]

Re: preformance automatic?

If you're going to get a good grade on the paper...

lol

spelling/corrections PWND.

[Smoke Panther]

Re: preformance automatic?

if u wanna get really technical about it, the stock 4L60e's would be considered more 'performance" than the sticks, cuz theyre slightly faster than the stick cars

Define "faster" because my 5-speed traps significantly higher than a A4 running similar times

[lambo101]

Re: preformance automatic?

Define "faster" because my 5-speed traps significantly higher than a A4 running similar times

It's the rear end gears.

[greasemonkey]

Re: preformance automatic?

I wouldn't say autos are faster stock, but with a higher converter, an auto would take a manual most of the time. Sticks break rears easier too.

[vanbibber]

Re: preformance automatic?

It's the rear end gears.

WRONG. ive seen a4s and m6s with the same rear gears and same mods run similar times and the m6 trapped higher everytime.

[Smoke Panther]

Re: preformance automatic?

It's the rear end gears.

nope, for the reason vanbibber posted.