I am musing on a swap, may never happen in real life.
For the swap I think I could either use a 4l60e or a 5l50e pretty easily.
After some searching on here I found some easy/cheap ways to set up a 4l60e without needing a transmission controller. The downside from what I saw was lack of engine braking.
Would the 5L50e be of similar strength as a 4l60e?
Would the 5l50e be able to be set up stand alone as easy as the 4l60e?
Never heard of a 5L50. Now if you're talking 6l80.... the biggest difference is pure size and weight, like 2-3" in diameter and 80# plus.
5L50 was behind Northstars in the SRX. IDK about upgrades or aftermarket support. I did a little reading on them for an idea that never advanced to the project stage.
In reply to AngryCorvair (Forum Supporter) :
No wonder... Steaming pos behind a steaming pos in a steaming pos...
In reply to Ranger50 :
Just noticed in this post that it said that it was able to hold the gear and engine brake.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c6-corvette-general-discussion/381974-5l50-e-5-speed.html
In reply to Somebeach (Forum Supporter) :
4L60s can too, depending on the setup.
Wasnt the 5L50E used in some of the G8's? I feel the 4L60 will have better support.
4l60e can be made to engine brake with the right valve body. Here's one from TCI.
https://www.tciauto.com/4l60e-valve-body-w-engine-braking.html
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