In a message dated 2/19/99 12:52:30 PM EST, bbridges@alarismed.com writes:
> nk the 500 is based on the old 904 series (3spd) trans, while the 518
> is based on the 727 series! The 727 series is better for high loads since
a
> lot of the guts are beefier, but the 904 series does not sap as much power
> from your engine to do the same job (up to a point)! I use the 904s on
> built smallblocks (most drag racers do too) fo maximum effect. If they
have
> been modified properly thay can reliably handle over 400HP. You can switch
> the first gear set out with an extra low set as well for street/strip
> gearing. More Torque capacity for the 518 means it can handle the torque
put
> out by a BIG motor without toasting itself. Bigger clutch friction area,
> better bearings, bigger shafting etc. All the bigger stuff though puts
> additional drag on your engine!. I wouldnt put a 904 series trans behind a
> big block, its just not designed for the torque. I am putting a 518/46re
> behind a stroked 440 though :^) Hope it can handle 500+ponies...
> "Damn you,... You cut out his.... transmission"!
> BKB
Yeah this makes sense now The 518 can handle more torque capacity thus found
at the flywheel of a big block.
So then the Dak with a 318/500/3.92s or 4.10s would optimize a race truck.
And the 6ers have the 500's
I remember my ol 87Dak w/the 904 seemed stiffer in 1st than the 92 does.
There ya go you cc deprived 6ers, {:0 P
In this article they said the 46 RE wasnt the best choice. THe 92-95 lockup
518 (46RH) was preferred because of the hydraulic control. Dosent the
computer control shifting in 96 + 46RE's?
TTYL
Boog
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