Can you put a 4l65e in place of a 4l60e?

What transmission can replace a 4L60E? However, if you use your truck hard, it can be a weak point that can fail-in some cases, repeatedly. The owner of this rig could’ve kept paying to have the 4L60E rebuilt, but instead chose to replace it with the much beefier 4L80E four-speed automatic transmission.

How do you tell if I have a 4L60 or 4L65? If you are looking to get a 4L65E from a donor car, or are wondering whether or not you have it in your vehicle, look in the glove box. There is a list of RPO codes in there. One of the codes on there will be M32. That’s the code for the 4L65E, just like how the 4L60E is M30.

How much HP can a 4L65E handle? The HP limits on the 4L65E seem to be in the area of around 425-450 RWHP even with a cooler .

Can you put a 4l65e in place of a 4l60e? – Related Questions

Will a 4L65E bolt up to a 350?

Premium Member. The 4L60E will bolt straight up to your 350. :yes: You will need some way to control the tranny though. The OD is electronically controlled, hence the “E” at the end of the 4L60.

Can a 4L60E be upgraded?

Use a high-volume 13-element pump.

You can also upgrade your 4L60E to a high-volume 13-element (vane) pump which will handle pressure and volume.

Can I rebuild my own 4L60E?

New adaptations are being developed all the time, engineered to make your 700-R4, 4L60, 4L60E, 4L65E, and 4L75E boxes better. Unless you are a seasoned transmission builder with a lot of experience with the 4L60E series transmissions, it is suggested you never execute transmission rebuilding yourself.

Is the 4L60E a good transmission?

In short, the 4L60E is an excellent transmission that continues to be improved. It’s one of the most popular automatic transmissions in America, and there are still millions of them in use. Gearstar builds high performance transmissions that are handbuilt in our shop.

Which is better 4L60 or 4L60E?

4L60 Designation

The 4L60E transmission has proven to be stronger than then original 4L60 and is installed in applications up to 8,600-lb. GVWR.

What’s better 700R4 or 4L60E?

If the transmission has a large 18-pin electronic connector above the passenger side pan rail, it’s a 4L60E, as seen here. If it has a cable connection near the cooler lines on the passenger’s side, that’s a 700R4. The good news is that either way, you win.

What is the difference between a 4L60E and a 4L70E?

4L70E – indicate a higher capacity, than the 4L60E transmission. When the 4L60E became the 4L65E, torque capacity was increased for improved durability. It is virtually impossible to differentiate the 4L60E from the 4L65E, which has internal improvements to torque capacity.

How Much ATF does a 4L60E take?

The fluid capacity of the 4L60e is 12 quarts of transmission fluid (dry). This amount is based on a stock, “shallow” transmission pan with a 12″ torque converter. With a deep pan, the capacity of additional fluid can vary from an extra quart or more.

What fluid does a 4L65E take?

The fluid is Dexron 3 compatible.

What year did the 4L65E come out?

The 4L65E appeared in 2001 as an update to the 4L6-E and was placed behind the 6.0 Vertec engine.

What transmissions bolt up to a Chevy 350?

Re: Transmissions that will bolt up to a 350 The NP208 or 241 transfer cases bolt up directly.

Will a 99 4L60E fit a 97?

The 99 will fit and work, and so will the 93, but there may be a difference in the 4 wheel drive trans, because of the transfer case and the way it bolts up.

What engines will bolt to a 4L60E?

Registered. Any vortec will bolt on 4.8, 5.3, 6.0, 8.1. You’ll need a tune if you get anything besides a 4.8.

Can a 4L60E handle 500hp?

A well built 4l60e can handle some serious power. We have cars running 500-600 and 700 rwhp as the power increases of course the odds of failure do increase but we have had very good results. Generally a stock rebuild is not adequate for much more than general bolt ons however.

What does a shift kit do for a 4L60E?

The B&M 4L60E Shift Improver Kit mechanically recalibrates your transmission to produce firm positive shifts, this helps reduce clutch pack heat build-up and improves transmission durability. This kit does not change or modify shift point RPM in any range.

Can a 4L60E be used without a computer?

Externally, all it needs is a 12-volt source and an engine-vacuum reference. However, if your trans is, in fact, a 4L60E, running it off a computer is mandatory. Never mind TCC lockup; without a computer, the trans won’t shift at all.

What would causes a 4L60E transmission not to shift?

A more serious cause of 1-2 shift failure on the 4L60E is a leak in the 2nd gear apply circuit (servo assembly or 1-2 accumulator). It is also possible to have inadequate line pressure due to a leaking boost valve, clogged EPC filter screen, failing EPC solenoid, or possibly leaky seals throughout the transmission.

How many gears does a 4L60E have?

The 4L60E is an automatic transmission with electronic control (E), 4 forward gears (and 1 reverse), longitudinal rear-wheel drive, and a 6,000 lbs.

Will a 99 4L60E fit a 96?

non pwm trans will not work in any 96 and newer trucks. the torque converter will slip the clutch and the valvebodies are different. just changing the internal wiring will not work.

Is the 4L60E really that bad?

For many, the 4L60E transmission is a good transmission, but for others, it appears as if it is the worst transmission ever made. One GM owner stated: “My opinion is that the 4L60E is not the worst transmission ever made. If used, then one has no idea exactly what the transmission went through before you bought it.”

How much HP can a 700R4 handle?

The Street/Strip 700R4 is good for about 550 hp maximum, but with the HD input drum it is good for about 625 hp max. Add another $240.00 for the input drum.