What does MCP mean on a transmission?
Launching! MCP was for a short wheelbase vehicle. Slip yoke only. MJP was for long wheelbase vehicle.
What’s the difference between 4L80E and 4L85E?
The 4L85E is a 4-speed automatic transmission that was launched by General Motors in 2002. However, the 4L85E can handle more torque (460 lb-ft of torque) than the 4L80E transmission. It has been rated to handle vehicles with a GVWR of up to 18,000 lbs and 690 ft·lbf (935 N·m) of torque.
Are all 4L80E transmissions the same?
4L80E Differences: ’91 -’96: They are all pretty much the same. They were also known to have a crappy connector that passes through the case. Most have had them updated by now, but there are still some that haven’t and might need replacing.
How do I identify a 4L80E transmission?
With all GM longitudinal transmissions, it is far and away easiest to identify them by the amount of bolts on the transmission pan. Only the TH350 and TH400 share the same number of bolts. So if you count the bolts and get 17 you can be sure that you have identified the 4L80E transmission.
How much HP can a 4L80 handle?
How much power can the 4L80E handle? A totally stock unit or rebuild will typically live well with up to 450 flywheel HP/TQ.
Is the 4L80 a good transmission?
The GM 4L80E Automatic for Max Power and Good Cruisin’ Overdrive transmissions are great inventions. They allow a car to run deep rear gears for tire-smoking or wheel-hangin’ launches yet still maintain some semblance of highway cruising ability. The problem is durability.
How much power can a 4L80E handle?
How much power can the 4L80E handle? A totally stock unit or rebuild will typically live well with up to 450 flywheel HP/TQ. Above this point the direct clutches will not live long without some hydraulic improvements.
What does 4L80E stand for?
The 4L80-E (and similar 4L85-E) was a series of automatic transmissions from General Motors. Designed for longitudinal engine configurations, the series included 4 forward gears. It was the 4-speed electronically commanded evolution of the 3-speed Turbo-Hydramatic 400, first produced in October 1963.
What does the E stand for in 4L80E?
The 4L80E transmission was mostly used in 34- and 1-ton trucks and larger SUV applications beginning in 1991. The “E” means that it must use an electronic ECU for control, as it will not function without it.