This is just a lets see what others are or have done with their transmissions. I am wondering about a few things.
1st, how many others have changed to overdrive transmissions.
2nd, how many have gone to a different shifter and what did you put in.
3rd, Have any put an aluminum pan on or just used the stock metal pan.
4th, are you using a temp gauge and where did you mount it.
5th, how many are using an adjustable switch for your lockup?

Pictures would be great!

I'm thinking about each one of these questions for mine and wanted to see what others have done.
Thanks
Rodney

Several years ago I wanted to install a Keisler 5-speed in place of the M21 in my car...the 4.11 gears run a lot of rpm's even at moderate speeds.  I knew the swap would never pay for itself long-term as the car doesn't get driven that much, but I wanted to save engine wear and tear.

Rod, I went to a 700R4. Kept the original shifter. Went with a hydraulic lock up converter - no wiring necessary.

PS, I went with a deep aluminum pan, a bit too low for my liking but I haven't scraped yet!!

I too though about going from a 4 spd to a 5 spd. But I am lucky to put 3000 mi on the vette in the summer. So it is hard to justify spending the money. I am now leaning more towards buying a used C6 when my kids get done with college.

I also put on an external trans cooler. Not running a temp gauge but the increased capacity and larger cooler do a great job. Definitely doesn't run hot.

You shouldn't need a temp gauge or a cooler..but if you go with a cooler get one that looks like a radiator ..the tube style don't do much but are cheaper..the lockup can be controlled with a wiring setup from B&M or such..not hard to put in..the pan is nice to have of you want it but not really needed either..

Rich, I have to run the temp gauge at first becuase of the warranty. I actually have to give them temp readings once I get it out on the road. Then it could be removed. However, if there is a good mounting place I would consider keeping it as a permanent fixture because it cant hurt having it. But at this point its just going to be hanging there. I am going to check tonight what size the gauge is and may decide to put it in the clock position if it would fit. Who needs a clock! But i doubt if that will work. Hopefully with the new Dewitts radiator I won't need an additional cooler. Sounds as though everyone went back in with the stock shifter and thats not a problem as an aftermarket wont fit up without doing some customized work. As for the switch for the lock up the pricing between B & M and Bowties is about the same. I have only driven it once when I got the exhaust put on it and it locked up around 40 MPH which with 3:08 gears was way to soon. Changing to the 3:55 should help but i will still probably put something on to set where I want it to lock.
Thanks guys for all your comments so far,
Rodney

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