Jon, you say about the 727 tranny, why not the 904, that's what I got built
for my truck and it's holdin' up excellent. I had good clutches and a Turbo
Action manual valve body put in. I got an awesome second gear, better than
any shift kit I felt, and I'm definetely in control as to when the truck
shifts. I've also seen guys with small blocks switch from 727 to a 904 and
pick up about .3 in the 1/4. I also think the 904 can be built to handle
what you throw at it. I've seen them make many 10 sec. passes.
Just a FYI
Scott Miller
Shelby Dakota #322 (14.89 @ 89mph)
94 V-6 Dakota Sport (16.01 @ 85mph)
http://racetruck.tripod.com
http://racetruck.tripod.com/new/94dak.html
> and I've got the bent valves to prove it... :-( This is why once
> I build up my engine and need a heavy duty tranny, a competition
> 727 (w/manual valve body) will be installed instead. Nothing against
> the 5-speeds; manuals are my favorite as well, but facts is facts,
> and for dragstrip duty, I don't think you can go wrong with an
> auto. (Unless of course you want to step it up a notch with a
> Jerico or Lenco...)
>
>
> -Jon-
>
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