Re: SC on R/T

From: Andy Callahan (quasideedle@uky.campus.mci.net)
Date: Thu Jul 23 1998 - 17:30:29 EDT


At 02:04 PM 7/23/98 -0700, you wrote:
>DML,
>I may be able to add something here re: why does the truck make less HP??
>In discussion with Level 10 transmissions they stated that the dodge truck
>transmissions are "extremely conservative" due to the basic Truck
>requirements of hauling large loads (1/4 ton 1/2 ton and 3/4 ton all have
>the 46 RE I think), pulling tree stumps and getting mom to the grocery
>store. Id be extremely interested in seeing a before and after shift kit
>install rear wheel dyno result on the Dak to demonstrate the "need" for
>these things...
>Bruce

I wouldn't think that a shift kit would help HP any. It really doesn't
change any of the "conservativeness" of the tranny. It just helps firm up
the shifts with less clutch slippage. At least that's what I thought. I
could be wrong, but I woulnd't expect the HP to change any.

Andy Callahan



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