I also have a rebuilt aod that i want to put in, but i want a full manual valve body no tv cable to mess with, way more fun besides. Recal pro aod valve body recalibration kit 8093 this easy to install kit is the most advanced, flexible, and reliable valve body recalibration system in the industry. The sptrmvb is a 100% full manual shift valve body that requires no tv cable. If at any time you want to switch back to automatic shifts, you have the ability to convert back to automatic. When it is pointed upward, it is for a column shift. When the manual shift lever is pointed downward, it is designed for a console shifter. Reverse manual valve body with performance automatic racings full manual, reverse pattern valve body, you are in control. What is a mustangs valve body and how does it work. The aod has the neutral safety switch mounted above the valve body on the drivers side of the transmission and the speedometer drive cable is attached to the vehicle speed sensor on the drivers side as well. The valve body is thicker, simpler, less likely to warp, and more reliable than that of the aod. Deep pan required with all transbrake valve bodies. Lentech can even tune the valvebody to even out the auto shift points if you have an frpp wideratio gearset as found in the 4r70w truck tranny installed in your aod.
The valve body changes the entire transmission from the stock weirdodd shift strategy to a performance oriented setup, very similar to a more modern 4r70w but without a lockup converter. Automatic shifts in the drive position and will hold 1st and 2nd gear manually c4, c6 and aod hold valve bodies only. Transmissions, racing transmissions, c4 transmissions, c6 transmissions, aod transmissions, aode transmissions, 5r55 transmissions, valve bodies. My aod shifts so hard it feels like someones rear ending the car. Watch as performance automatic shows you how to replace your aod valve body with one of their pa53301pa53301h or pa53302 valve bodies. Ford aod transmission transgo valve body shift kit aodhp.
You dont want to lose any of the balls, check valves, or hardware. What are the gains of putting a manual valvebody in a aod. Ford c4 high performance, 4r70w, transmission, aod. Aod high performance valve body broader performance. Pro streetstrip 4stb aod weod small block ford ford. The aods drivers side reveals the manual shift lever, which is pointed downward at 7 oclock here.
Auto shifter options and manual valve bodies stangnet. By controlling the valve body only through manual means, quicker shift timing and the ability to run higher line pressures than possible with an automatic shift transmission are achieved. Shift transmission into reverse and let run approximately 3 minutes. We can almost build any valve body design you can dream up. Overdrive gear will automatically lock out at wide open throttle. The typical aod shift was gone, and i was highly impressed with it. Extensive improvement to overall driveability and durability correctspreventsreduces. Automatic transmissions normally shift, automatically, based on line pressures, vehicle speed, vehicle load and other factors which the driver has no control over. Dec 19, 2016 on aod and other transmissions that use a throttle valve tv instead of an oldschool vacuum modulator, proper tvcable adjustment is critical for achieving proper shift quality and timingbut. The aod valve body mates with the main transmission case and is fitted with a manual shift valve a and a shift modulation throttle valve b. Tci 432200 ford aod forward shift pattern full manual. Aug 25, 2006 i loved it, and love how you can control the shift points and rpms. However, the aode is equipped with two splined shafts at the front of the unit, where the aod is equipped with three, as shown in figure 1.
A an automatic transmission manual valve body is a modified or aftermarket valve body which puts full control of when the transmission shifts in the drivers control. Strong and reliable, custom built with your application in mind. Ford aod transmission shift kit by transgo 19791993 aod hp transgo. Aod manual valve body ford truck enthusiasts forums. Lentechs valvebodies support fullauto shifting provided the tranny is connected to the vehicles throttle valve tv cable. Aod performance transmission the dragster with full manual. A lot of guys like doing the epoxy mod to the valve body. When it is time to split the valve body and separator plate, make sure the valve body is flat on the bench with the plate facing up. We can build this valve body to work with lock up and non lock up torque converters. Our tf3 reprogramming kit with manual shift control is a full manual conversion. Full user programmability of shift firmness and behavior, along with adjustable fullthrottle shift points up to 1100 rpm greater than stock and fullthrottle overdrive capability allow the transmission to be customfitted to any application.
Feb 17, 2010 im leaning towards replacing the valve body with one from silverfox as posted by pj as i dont know how the patc one will react to ratchet shifting, staying out of od at 14mi. Shift kit valve body repair kit all aode, 4r70ew, 4r75w 1991on. Automatic transmissions normally shift, automatically, based on line pressures, vehicle speed, vehicle load. The manual shift valve has been offered two basic ways. Does anyone know a good valvebody, and is it possible to use a stock shifter. The question is, is there a way to keep the trans auto no manual valve body, but able to manually shift it for days at the track. The shift pattern is altered so that the user can command each gear separately, and uses a solenoid for overdrive engagement. We can also build it with or without engine braking in 1st gear. Aode 4r70w full manual pro transbrake valve body finally full control without the computer hassles.
Automatic overdrive transmissions had replaced all c4 and c5 applications by the 1986 model year. An overview and explanation of the ford mustangs valve body. Take pictures of the valve body before it is removed. By controlling the valve body only through manual means, quicker shift timing and the ability to run higher line pressures than possible with an automatic shift.
With the valve body upgrades done, the separator plate needs to be drilled as. Part num accessories desc racer net list price category. All of silverfox performance transmissions aod valve bodies are complete. Basically, this allows you to shift the transmission manually without tricking the transmission into holding second gear. This pin needs to be in the groove before the large nut is tightened. Performance automatic came up with a valve body that operates normally when the selector is in the od location but you can also shift each gear manually by pulling the selector down to first, bumping it up a notch will shift to second and hold it through the rpm until you bump it to the od position which will put it in drive. The cable must still be used and functioning properly so the valve body can receive feedback from throttle position to maintain shift points. The bulletproof ford aod transmission gearstar performance. All of these are connected in a loop, in that order. It is the first step to solving the annoying aod shift overlap, early shit points, and sloppy or erratic shift firmness levels. Right now i have the stock aod shifter linkagecable modded to work with the c6 and im using the stock shifter still. Forward shift pattern, automatic manual valve body, ford, aode, 4. The transmission uses the tv rod instead of the tv cable from the carb. I guarantee you hitting a ratchet shifter is faster than a person shifting using their hand and leg.
Recal pro aod e 4r70w valve body recalibration kit. Older mustangs have a shift lever that reads p r n d 2 1 if you have an aod in these cars you want to modify the valve body so 1 is 1 2 is 2 d is 34 the modification also helps with the shifter assembly as an aod is not exactly the same as c4fmxc6 and you have alignment issues at the shifter regarding detent positions. The reason for the valve body would be a true 1234 shift patern, rather then the aod 4. Product description the answer that aod owners are looking for. The competition valve body was designed for maximum performance and quick elapsed times in racing applications. The valve body is a key to understanding your mustangs transmission and upgrading to an aftermarket valve body starts with an understanding of the stock unit. It has a aod automatic 4 speed that will only shift into first and second. Reverse manual valve body forward pattern valve body. These competition units come with manual valve bodies only no trans brake. Aod performance transmission constant pressure valve bodytd. The performance automatic street strip valve body is designed for everyday street driving and weekend trips to the drag strip. Other improvements include a 2 inch wide overdrive band, larger overdrive servo, stronger input shaft, and lockup converter clutch rather than mechanical, geardependent lockup.
No one can make the claim it will eliminate the cable and still shift fullauto. If you do the epoxy mod it allows you to shift 1, 2 and 3 manually, but will automatically shift into 4th, which is overdrive. An easytoinstall kit for modifying the valve body of an aode or 4r70w transmission, which can compliment a quick 4 installation. Install a manual valve body and get a shift kit decent clutch packs and youll love it. Lokar adjustable shift linkage arm if you need the quick change from rn1 or the added safety of pulling down away from neutral this is the vb you want. Installation and operation manual for 4r70w, 4r75, and aod.
This wild child utilizes a 300m one piece input shaft as a standard option. Another thing to point out is aod s rotating mass which is 4 pounds lighter than the th400 and its diameter which is 1inch trimmer. Performance automatics transbrake valve bodies are complete and ready to install. Im lookin at getting a turbo action cheetah valve body in full manual reverse pattern and installing it in my c6. Designed with competition in mind, this valve body is a direct bolton, and its fluid circuits have been completely reengineered to provide the best shifts possible. All of our super comp transmissions include this top of the line valve body.
Observe the positioning of the manual and throttle valves. Ford aod and 4r70w transmission history and evolution. Does not require a computer or contoller to operate. Years of experience as aod gurus have brought all major competitors valve body through our store from a to y. Forward shift pattern, automatic manual valve body. Some fullpressure valvebodies are manualshift only. This valve body is available in stock shift pattern or altered shift pattern prno d21 which allows for greater manual control. The throttle valve provides pressure when the engine is under load whereas the governor provides pressure based on vehicle speed. The sptmvb is a 100% full manual shift valve body that requires no tv cable. Valve body priced separate please see aod valve bodies options contact for details or see bottom of pricing page aod 700 our best selling street strip performance level. Tci 432200 ford aod forward shift pattern full manual valve body made by tci automotive. Performance automatic mustang aod hold valve body 8693. This feature fully converts the valve body to manual stick shift operation only no automatic shifts. Available in full manual shift only, it is very quick and responsive.
Incorrect gate pattern on shifter reverify all settings after road test. Figure 1 shift timing, shift feel line pressure and converter clutch control in the aode transmission are all. Transmissions, racing transmissions, c4 transmissions, c6 transmissions, aod transmissions, aode transmissions, 5r55 transmissions, valve bodies, bellhousings, torque. Full user programmability of shift firmness and behavior, along with adjustable fullthrottle shift points up to 1100 rpm greater than stock and fullthrottle overdrive. This valve body is available in stock shift pattern or altered shift pattern prnod21 which allows for greater manual control. Please note this valve body does not eliminate the use of the tv cable. Installation and operation manual for 4r70w, 4r75, and aod e transmissions. Though the transmission is electronically controlled, the valve body still controls fullthrottle shift firmness and the ultimate torquecapacity of the transmission.
Take care when you remove the pressure regulator valve, there is a small tapered body circled which sits in the plug. Great for retro fitting into hot rods and other non computer controlled vehicles. The transgo diagram or video do not show this piece. Because of its fixed line pressure, with this valve body the transmission is no longer succeptible to failure from incorrect tv cable adjustment tv cable not to be used with full manual models. Aod valve body epoxyneed help soon fordtransmissionforum. Running in reverse 3 minutes will give any contaminants in the transmission, converter, cooler or lines a chance to settle into the transmission pan and not be introduced to the automatic shift control part of the valve body or governor, causing the shift valves to stick.
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