What kind of transmission do I need for my LS?
Six the Easy Way If you have your heart set on a six-speed automatic to back your LS, consider TCI’s 6X transmission. Based around the 4L80E (and fitting wherever a 4L80E will fit), the 6X is a true six-speed transmission that TCI rates at 850-plus horsepower.
What does it mean when your transmission is not shifting?
Q: transmission not shifting and the rpm’s keep climbing up. the transmission is not shifting properly, replaced both input and output speed sensors, but the rpms seem to be climbing high and the transmission does not seem to be shifting, gets up to speed fine, but the rpms just keep climbing on it… My car has 200000 miles.
Why does my car not shift into second gear?
It smoothly glides between the first and second and vice versa, but it just stays in second when you try to push it to the third. In that case, the catalytic converter can touch the side of the valve body area, overheating the transmission and creating metal shavings in the pan. Take immediate action when facing problems with shifting gears.
Can a LS swap be done on an original automatic?
For owners of classic musclecars already equipped with a serviceable, original automatic, this will be the simplest (and least expensive) solution when doing an LS swap.
Q: transmission not shifting and the rpm’s keep climbing up. the transmission is not shifting properly, replaced both input and output speed sensors, but the rpms seem to be climbing high and the transmission does not seem to be shifting, gets up to speed fine, but the rpms just keep climbing on it… My car has 200000 miles.
Is there a problem shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear?
Have check engine, the computer says it needs the shift solenoid, the problem is it will not shift from 2nd to 3rd gear on an automatic transmission. Also found a vacuum line near to transmission disconnected but not sure where it goes.
Can a Chevy Silverado shift from 2nd to 3rd?
No 1st or 4th, shift 2nd to 3rd by itself when put in D or OD and locks converter: Goes into gear but sluggish like brakes are on, can manually shift to 2nd to get moving, then put in OD and truck shift 3rd as well as 4th are OK. Also, torque convertor locks up.
What happens if your transmission fluid is low?
If your transmission fluid is low, the transmission may not be able to shift correctly. Plus, you can see and smell the fluid to tell if it is burnt. Add fluid to the correct level if low. Figure 3. Check your transmission fluid dipstick. If fluid level is acceptable, move on to Step 5. If fluid is burnt proceed to Step 4.