Adding a Gear Vendors overdrive to your existing manual or automatic transmission gives your car the ability to stretch its legs on the highway without givin. . Top Rated Seller. The consensus was for guys who run 4 series gears or numerically higher was for a well built 4L80E, 200-4R, or 700R4/4L60 with 4L65 internals/upgrades. The good news is that either way, you win. Very pleased with the unit overall. Easy Installation.
So, the cost just doesn't seem justifiable for me. In the May & June 2005 throwback thread, the saga appears to remain unfinished. Discussion in '1967-1972' started by . With a TH350 or a TH400, your car would be turning about 3,000 rpm at 70 mph. Replaces 6 tailhousing. I am some what torn between the gear vendors overdrive and 2004r. . . This modification helps us split our gearing, which will improve our 1/4 mile time dra. Massachusetts. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications. Here is the link to the Super Chevy article on a US Gear overdrive install in a 68 . they were trying to convince me to do the install myself but I told them I wanted one of their dealers to do . Only show this user. times and get it all back with the overdrive. Let's say you have a car with a 3.73:1 ring-and-pinion ratio and 27-inch diameter rear tires.
Hello All, I did a search in Team Camaro and on the internet. Anyone ever think about putting a gear vendors unit on a TH350 in there supra? About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . C $449.69. The 4L80E is just a longer, heavier, overdrive version of the TH-400. Sponsored Links. Trans will fit 289, 302, 351 . $15.00 for used condition, $ 20.00 new/nearly new, $ 25.00 for new with tags. Just gotta save up. TH350 short, most common tailhousing length for TH350. This lowered the tach readout at 70 mph from 3700 to 3100 rpm, making our Camaro SS far more freeway friendly. The new factory six-speeds (6L45/50/80/90,) yield 6.04:1 - which is great, but these tranny's simply won't live without engine torque management, so this isn't a viable hotrodding option unless you get the tranny with the motor and all the interfacing electronics intact. Registered User. over a month ago Twentynine Palms, CA For Sale Offered. I found out real quick that laying on . May 12, 2012 Got my Gear Vendors O/D unit on the floor of the shop. 200. so mu gear vendors unite arrived last Friday but I didn't get started working on it till Monday..keep in mind that per their instaliation instructions.a gm A body is the only gm vehicle where tunnel mods are necessary (ie banging on the tunnel to clear). . Replaces 8" tailhousing. One thing to know GM in the '80s actually had some Camper Specials 1-tons that came with Gear Vendors units factory on a TH400 (The Holy Grail for this swap) Last junkyard part I needed was a longer tailshaft for the Chevy TH400. Brand New. . Just My 2 Bits Save Reply Fredsgarage For those with a Gear Vendors overdrive unit installed on their TH400 have any of you ever had any vibration issues when using the Gear Vendors Overdrive. My LM1 engine has a mild cam I was told, forged pistons and balanced. The quote for a 200-4R with a 4500 stall lock up converter was $3800.00. New FORD 5R55W Complete Overdrive Planetary Set-up 38T Sun-Gear. so mu gear vendors unite arrived last Friday but I didn't get started working on it till Monday..keep in mind that per their instaliation instructions.a gm A body is the only gm vehicle where tunnel mods are necessary (ie banging on the tunnel to clear). info@gearvendors.com.
various sizes. I will not be using the gear vendors computer. The 200-4R is 4.09:1, and 5.24:1 with a GV. 02-13-2009 #3. ponchopwr70. I always had a TH-400 in the car and I always liked it.
I would agree, A Richmond five speed (OD or non OD), TKO or TR45 would give you the first gear ratio you need and an extra gear for a lot less. Ive been eye balling Extreme Automatics 200-4r stage 2 transmission but its $2200 bucks. In the end I will probably call them to confirm, but I'm leaning towards the recommendation in the install manual and going with the ATF. The 200-4R is 4.09:1, and 5.24:1 with a GV. Location. I would put it behind a shorty glide with a lower first gear in it. Classic Parts Talk. Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3-Speed Automatic Automatic 3-Speed 727 8" Gas Tailhousing. from United States. Both were rebuilt. 90 300ZX TT w/SBC/th350 swap nitrous is a good thing!! I will have to agree with you regarding the manual.
Hello Fellas, Just scored a Gear Vendors Unit (P-Type) for the F100, Would like to hear from some of you who have or have used these OD units . Just finished installing one on my friends 67' Camaro. 93.5 TT Auto Supra . I know the 2004r has a better overdrive gear .67 versus the gearvendors .78. With a final overdrive ratio of 0.778:1, your Camaro will go 28.6 percent faster down the highway than it would without the . Will work great in classic car, a truck, or street rod. I still get a bit of a vibration with the gear vendors off in 3rd around 70 MPH, with the GV on the . The ratios of the M23W that I used were: 2.568:1 - 1.908:1 - 1.366:1 - 1.00:1 for an even RPM drop through all 4 gears. I just need to figure out what I need to install on the TH350. Various sizes and conditions of green as well as dessert cammies. 93.5 TT Auto Supra 95 Supra 67pte/th400 . Description Automatic 3-Speed TH 350 6 Tailhousing. what a difference. 60's and 70's muscle cars and street rods. Northern AL. Thanks for any 411. Keep my th350 and install a gear vendor on it or buy a 200-4r that will withstand . Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission . It's Foolproof! Join Date. 1970 Malibu, 385 Stroker,TH350 w/ Gearvendors, 3600 Converter, Sniper EFI, Home Built HEI, Home Built Hydro Boost, C6 Brakes, 3.55 12 bolt. The F100 has a BBC454/TH350 & 3.89' diff gears; theoretically, this unit will put me in the 3.00's or so. Looks like I'm going to go with the GM TH350-C , that's no overdrive , just a lockup TC on a built . My B&M equipped TH350 in my Malibu drag car has taken a beating.
First to run in the .90s .80s and .70's in SBN/A. My current th350 was rebuilt before I bought it and it runs great with some kind of mild shift kit in it. For an in-depth discussion on which vehicles can expect these mileage gains see our "common questions" section on the web site. If you can swing the cost, I'd say go for it. Wow! #8. The issues have been: failure to activate in auto mode, either no red lite (even when button is pushed per instructions), or will not . Looking at ebay parts, I guess I'll need a Speedometer drive gear, a drive gear . The TH400 and TH475 (trucks & motorhomes) is stronger than a TH350. . had to gently dimple the tranny tunnel a little to clearance two spots on the gv unit.
Fits Transmissions: TH350, TH400 with Gear Vendors Overdrive Unit. . The Gear Vendors offers a 22 percent overdrive, turning our 373 gear into a 2.91:1 final drive. Nov 27, 2006. I'm going to install the gear vendors and activate the solenoid manually with a momentary 12v button on the shifter. 03-10-2009 #2. sporter.
Home Forums > Chevy & GMC Trucks by Year > 1967-1972 > Gear Vendors 350TH Overdrive. Nov 2005. Classic Parts Talk. Jeff Smith: The physical part of bolting this transmission in the car will be easy. This means that with a 3.55:1 rear gear, the overdrive drops the effective rear gear ratio to 2.66:1. Heres how the gear ratios work out. But by the time it's said as done you will have well over 2k invested in a 2004r & with the gear vendors $2600 gets everything and it's capable of handling . In the long run it just doesn't cost you anything to own a GEAR VENDORS UNDER/OVERDRIVE. I had been lusting for one of these units for a while (I priced the new units at close to 3K :- ( ) Quote: the 350 has less moving parts inside and is generally stronger. It's like a whole different car.
Mechanically it works fine. Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3-Speed Automatic Automatic 3-Speed 727 8" Gas Tailhousing. Well, I can get a complete kit to put a TKO 5 speed in my car for $7-800 more.. With that I get a new transmission (my M21 is decidedly not new anymore) and a new drive shaft and everything needed to install it in my 68. I went with a '70s model Cadillac TH400 for the tailshaft as its longer so I had enough room to respline. The cost is equal to or maybe a little higher than a built 700R4 or 200R4 but it also handles more torque behind a good TH350 or TH400 and since I already had . It's a 70 Chevelle SS with a 454, TH400 transmission and a narrowed for 9" rear.
No doubt a majority of Chevy owners are already equipped with factory transmissions such as the Powerglide, TH350, TH400, 700-R4, 4L60E, M21, M22, and T-10. Its screaming 3000 rpm's at 55mph. 2012 SSBN/A Drag Week Winner First in the 9.60's/ 9.67 @ 139 1.42 60'. I have had nothing but problems with it. The gear Vendors unit is $2500.00. total to the car. In any case, these days, for the cost of a Gear Vendors, one can buy and install a 4L60E that can easily take as much power & torque as any atmospheric 6.7L IronBlock LT1 can dish out. . On the other hand . Too many sizes to list. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications. It uses the same first three gear ratios but adds a 0.75:1 overdrive. Gear vendor at 65 MPH, 26" tires, 3.07 gears and .82 tranny gear nets 2116 RPMs . I am really considering this as it is the most effiecient auto overdrive trans setup. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications.Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission tunnel or any other custom modifications that may be required. Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission . There are also advantages to keeping your drive line speed lower with the 3.23 gears. The distinctive double-hump accommodates true dual exhaust. Installation is very simple in most applications as follows: Just remove the transmission extension housing and bolt on the GEAR VENDORS replacement housing which has an eight hole pattern to receive the overdrive. Which would you guys go with? had a hard time picking a good spot for the cutouts Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3 - Speed Automatics Automatic 3-Speed TH 350 6" Tailhousing. The new factory six-speeds (6L45/50/80/90,) yield 6.04:1 - which is great, but these tranny's simply won't live without engine torque management, so this isn't a viable hotrodding option unless you get the tranny with the motor and all the interfacing electronics intact. We cover the install of the Gear Vendors Overdrive on the 1969 Camaro. A G Force crossmember is guaranteed to be a perfect fit. They really want them sold through installing dealers and allow ZERO discount and police it heavy. David. I plan on towing my car a couple of times a year. As far as a 700R4 not bolting up to where a 4L60E goes, blah blah blah, they are the same transmission guys. TIA , Log in or Sign up. Replaces 8" tailhousing. 2013 SSBN/A Drag Week, Lets quit sand bagging, and let . GEAR VENDORS, INC. 1717 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020. C6 trans with gear vendors overdrive - $3700 (Hershey) For sale a small block c6 ford transmission and j type gear vendors overdrive. Next on the agenda is to start disassembly of what I have now. Brand New Complete Planet Set also fits 5R55S & 5R55N. Regular price $3,185.00 Save $-3,185.00. Gearstar makes a 700R4 (and 4L60E) that handles 500 ft-lb for 4K. Discussion in '1967-1972' started by . Dec 4, 2010. Front and center at SEMA 2012, Gear Vendors won their first SEMA award in 1981. New with tags $50.00. I installed a Gear Vendors OD behind the TH350 in my '64 last spring. redid the exhaust to relocate the crossover pipe and i put cutouts in the car at the same time. C6 kevlar band transgo shift kit extra clutches, gear vendors new drum and clutch, higher line pressure,etc. TH350 3-SPEED AUTOMATIC 1st 2.52 Over 1.97 2nd 1.52 Over 1.19 3rd 1.00 Over 0.78 TH375/400/475 3-SPEED AUTOMATIC Trans Ratio 1st 2.48 Over 1.93 Gear Vendors shop is less then 4 miles from my place, their property is always packed full of customers vehicles . I've had a Gear Vendors OD installed in a S10, 350/350 Turbo with 4.11 gears for almost two years now. THIS video is mostly for . Elsewhere in this story we've listed the ratios of both the TH350 and the 700R4/4L60E. Adding the Gear Vendors unit was pricey but IMHO, it was stronger, more reliable, offers more ger control / selection and had better gear ratio spread than a 700R4 and maybe even a 200R4. The 700 is shit for horsepower. Our unique bolt-to-frame design eliminates cutting and welding. TIA , Log in or Sign up. Because we like life in the fast lane, and certainly appreciate better fuel economy, we decided to install a Gear Vendors in the Camaro. 90 300ZX TT w/SBC/th350 swap nitrous is a good thing!! Genuine flight suits - olive drab $35.00 / dessert tan $45.00. Nov 3, 2014.
I'm doing this one because I have not seen any videos that show the control head lights and how the shifting happens while driving. I'll be starting the install on it Monday. Replaces 6" tailhousing. February 7, 2013, 03:47 PM. As for weight, the Gear Vendors unit adds 25lbs. Really looking forward to not turning 3200 rpm at 65 mph. Took several readings to figure out the system and controls that I received. Regular price $3,185.00 Save $-3,185.00. I plan to remove the gear vendors yoke and install my old fully splined TH400 yoke, the yoke I have now is smooth for the 1st 1/2" or so. Home Forums > Chevy & GMC Trucks by Year > 1967-1972 > Gear Vendors 350TH Overdrive. Rick Johnson, owner of Gear Vendors, believes the strongest transmissions for performance cars in our range of the hobby are the TH400, TH350, Powerglide, and M21 or M22 Muncies.
But, the main benefit is how the unit applies overdrive to the top gear. it appears to be *much* easier to install , rather SPENDY though ! Im curious if anyone knows what would give me better fuel mileage on trips. Their testimonials look good and the system is very rugged, but competitors claim it is noisy (sour grapes perhaps?). +C $39.61 shipping estimate. The OD ratio of the GearVenders unit is .78:1 and you can engagement the OD of the unit in any gear of the manual transmission at full throttle. The Cutlass has been parked for about 4 years. 2007 SBN/A Drag Week Winner & First only SBN/A Car in the 9's Till 2012. Veteran Member.
2004R or TH350 with Gearvendor Hi guys, I am thinking about running the 2004R or a Th350 with a gear vendor overdrive unit. Rick Johnson of Gear Vendors talks about the main benefits of their Gear Vend. Curious if anyone has experience with the gearvendors system. A 4 speed OD with a lock up convertor will add at least that much, and most of the added weight is where you don't want it, in the convertor. yes a stock cross member will work..i installed a gv on my 72 monte behind a th350/350 combo and used the stock cross member Quote; . This is a superior alternative for most cars looking to go to a 3-speed. got my gear vendors unit installed on the car finally after sitting on the shelf in the shop for the last year. Buy It Now. Gear Vendor O/D install with TH-400 Theme . The gas kills me. Location. 60's and 70's muscle cars and street rods. Not speedo hookups though. I'll probably go with a GV OD for my TH350 when I finish my Chevelle restoration rather than go with a newer 4 speed OD GM trans.
While the 3.06:1 First-gear ratio would appear to be an advantage over the TH350's 2.52:1, the downside with the deeper First is the major rpm drop in the 1-2 and 2-3 gear changes that the 700R4/4L60 force upon you. The 4l60 was the updated version of the 700R4, and the 4l60e was the electroic version of the 4l60. . Dec 10, 2004. FWIW, Gear Vendors even used an adapter that would still drive the cable speedo and feed the box that would engage overdrive at 45 mph, and I'm sure that speed can be adjusted by folks who know how. . it appears to be *much* easier to install , rather SPENDY though ! the gear vendors under/overdrive is an extremely heavy-duty auxiliary transmission that's easy to install, gives you a 0.78:1 underdrive or overdrive, can improve your fuel mileage up to 20. The GEAR VENDORS .78 to 1 ratio allows you to go to a numerically higher rear gear to improve your 60ft. "Wovon man nicht sprechen kann, darber mu man den Mund halten." I have talked to them. The trans is for my 1970 c-10. It needs some updating. "The GEAR VENDORS in combination with the Powerglide is an affordable, reliable, and very efficient package. I found out real quick that laying on . My TH350 is low mileage and already upgraded with 2500 rpm converter, deep sump, cooler (B&M), so I'm inclined not to swap for a 700R or TKO (yet). Does Burnouts. they will bolt up the same, as far s hardware. Simply put, a Gear Vendors unit . After years of thinking about an overdrive and which one to get I opted for the Gear Vendor. Looks like I'm going to go with the GM TH350-C , that's no overdrive , just a lockup TC on a built . However, the TH350 has a better 1st gear, is lighter, and can still be built to take a decent beating.
So, the cost just doesn't seem justifiable for me. In the May & June 2005 throwback thread, the saga appears to remain unfinished. Discussion in '1967-1972' started by . With a TH350 or a TH400, your car would be turning about 3,000 rpm at 70 mph. Replaces 6 tailhousing. I am some what torn between the gear vendors overdrive and 2004r. . . This modification helps us split our gearing, which will improve our 1/4 mile time dra. Massachusetts. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications. Here is the link to the Super Chevy article on a US Gear overdrive install in a 68 . they were trying to convince me to do the install myself but I told them I wanted one of their dealers to do . Only show this user. times and get it all back with the overdrive. Let's say you have a car with a 3.73:1 ring-and-pinion ratio and 27-inch diameter rear tires.
Hello All, I did a search in Team Camaro and on the internet. Anyone ever think about putting a gear vendors unit on a TH350 in there supra? About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators . C $449.69. The 4L80E is just a longer, heavier, overdrive version of the TH-400. Sponsored Links. Trans will fit 289, 302, 351 . $15.00 for used condition, $ 20.00 new/nearly new, $ 25.00 for new with tags. Just gotta save up. TH350 short, most common tailhousing length for TH350. This lowered the tach readout at 70 mph from 3700 to 3100 rpm, making our Camaro SS far more freeway friendly. The new factory six-speeds (6L45/50/80/90,) yield 6.04:1 - which is great, but these tranny's simply won't live without engine torque management, so this isn't a viable hotrodding option unless you get the tranny with the motor and all the interfacing electronics intact. Registered User. over a month ago Twentynine Palms, CA For Sale Offered. I found out real quick that laying on . May 12, 2012 Got my Gear Vendors O/D unit on the floor of the shop. 200. so mu gear vendors unite arrived last Friday but I didn't get started working on it till Monday..keep in mind that per their instaliation instructions.a gm A body is the only gm vehicle where tunnel mods are necessary (ie banging on the tunnel to clear). . Replaces 8" tailhousing. One thing to know GM in the '80s actually had some Camper Specials 1-tons that came with Gear Vendors units factory on a TH400 (The Holy Grail for this swap) Last junkyard part I needed was a longer tailshaft for the Chevy TH400. Brand New. . Just My 2 Bits Save Reply Fredsgarage For those with a Gear Vendors overdrive unit installed on their TH400 have any of you ever had any vibration issues when using the Gear Vendors Overdrive. My LM1 engine has a mild cam I was told, forged pistons and balanced. The quote for a 200-4R with a 4500 stall lock up converter was $3800.00. New FORD 5R55W Complete Overdrive Planetary Set-up 38T Sun-Gear. so mu gear vendors unite arrived last Friday but I didn't get started working on it till Monday..keep in mind that per their instaliation instructions.a gm A body is the only gm vehicle where tunnel mods are necessary (ie banging on the tunnel to clear). info@gearvendors.com.
various sizes. I will not be using the gear vendors computer. The 200-4R is 4.09:1, and 5.24:1 with a GV. 02-13-2009 #3. ponchopwr70. I always had a TH-400 in the car and I always liked it.
I would agree, A Richmond five speed (OD or non OD), TKO or TR45 would give you the first gear ratio you need and an extra gear for a lot less. Ive been eye balling Extreme Automatics 200-4r stage 2 transmission but its $2200 bucks. In the end I will probably call them to confirm, but I'm leaning towards the recommendation in the install manual and going with the ATF. The 200-4R is 4.09:1, and 5.24:1 with a GV. Location. I would put it behind a shorty glide with a lower first gear in it. Classic Parts Talk. Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3-Speed Automatic Automatic 3-Speed 727 8" Gas Tailhousing. from United States. Both were rebuilt. 90 300ZX TT w/SBC/th350 swap nitrous is a good thing!! I will have to agree with you regarding the manual.
Hello Fellas, Just scored a Gear Vendors Unit (P-Type) for the F100, Would like to hear from some of you who have or have used these OD units . Just finished installing one on my friends 67' Camaro. 93.5 TT Auto Supra . I know the 2004r has a better overdrive gear .67 versus the gearvendors .78. With a final overdrive ratio of 0.778:1, your Camaro will go 28.6 percent faster down the highway than it would without the . Will work great in classic car, a truck, or street rod. I still get a bit of a vibration with the gear vendors off in 3rd around 70 MPH, with the GV on the . The ratios of the M23W that I used were: 2.568:1 - 1.908:1 - 1.366:1 - 1.00:1 for an even RPM drop through all 4 gears. I just need to figure out what I need to install on the TH350. Various sizes and conditions of green as well as dessert cammies. 93.5 TT Auto Supra 95 Supra 67pte/th400 . Description Automatic 3-Speed TH 350 6 Tailhousing. what a difference. 60's and 70's muscle cars and street rods. Northern AL. Thanks for any 411. Keep my th350 and install a gear vendor on it or buy a 200-4r that will withstand . Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission . It's Foolproof! Join Date. 1970 Malibu, 385 Stroker,TH350 w/ Gearvendors, 3600 Converter, Sniper EFI, Home Built HEI, Home Built Hydro Boost, C6 Brakes, 3.55 12 bolt. The F100 has a BBC454/TH350 & 3.89' diff gears; theoretically, this unit will put me in the 3.00's or so. Looks like I'm going to go with the GM TH350-C , that's no overdrive , just a lockup TC on a built . My B&M equipped TH350 in my Malibu drag car has taken a beating.
First to run in the .90s .80s and .70's in SBN/A. My current th350 was rebuilt before I bought it and it runs great with some kind of mild shift kit in it. For an in-depth discussion on which vehicles can expect these mileage gains see our "common questions" section on the web site. If you can swing the cost, I'd say go for it. Wow! #8. The issues have been: failure to activate in auto mode, either no red lite (even when button is pushed per instructions), or will not . Looking at ebay parts, I guess I'll need a Speedometer drive gear, a drive gear . The TH400 and TH475 (trucks & motorhomes) is stronger than a TH350. . had to gently dimple the tranny tunnel a little to clearance two spots on the gv unit.
Fits Transmissions: TH350, TH400 with Gear Vendors Overdrive Unit. . The Gear Vendors offers a 22 percent overdrive, turning our 373 gear into a 2.91:1 final drive. Nov 27, 2006. I'm going to install the gear vendors and activate the solenoid manually with a momentary 12v button on the shifter. 03-10-2009 #2. sporter.
Home Forums > Chevy & GMC Trucks by Year > 1967-1972 > Gear Vendors 350TH Overdrive. Nov 2005. Classic Parts Talk. Jeff Smith: The physical part of bolting this transmission in the car will be easy. This means that with a 3.55:1 rear gear, the overdrive drops the effective rear gear ratio to 2.66:1. Heres how the gear ratios work out. But by the time it's said as done you will have well over 2k invested in a 2004r & with the gear vendors $2600 gets everything and it's capable of handling . In the long run it just doesn't cost you anything to own a GEAR VENDORS UNDER/OVERDRIVE. I had been lusting for one of these units for a while (I priced the new units at close to 3K :- ( ) Quote: the 350 has less moving parts inside and is generally stronger. It's like a whole different car.
Mechanically it works fine. Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3-Speed Automatic Automatic 3-Speed 727 8" Gas Tailhousing. Well, I can get a complete kit to put a TKO 5 speed in my car for $7-800 more.. With that I get a new transmission (my M21 is decidedly not new anymore) and a new drive shaft and everything needed to install it in my 68. I went with a '70s model Cadillac TH400 for the tailshaft as its longer so I had enough room to respline. The cost is equal to or maybe a little higher than a built 700R4 or 200R4 but it also handles more torque behind a good TH350 or TH400 and since I already had . It's a 70 Chevelle SS with a 454, TH400 transmission and a narrowed for 9" rear.
No doubt a majority of Chevy owners are already equipped with factory transmissions such as the Powerglide, TH350, TH400, 700-R4, 4L60E, M21, M22, and T-10. Its screaming 3000 rpm's at 55mph. 2012 SSBN/A Drag Week Winner First in the 9.60's/ 9.67 @ 139 1.42 60'. I have had nothing but problems with it. The gear Vendors unit is $2500.00. total to the car. In any case, these days, for the cost of a Gear Vendors, one can buy and install a 4L60E that can easily take as much power & torque as any atmospheric 6.7L IronBlock LT1 can dish out. . On the other hand . Too many sizes to list. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications. It uses the same first three gear ratios but adds a 0.75:1 overdrive. Gear vendor at 65 MPH, 26" tires, 3.07 gears and .82 tranny gear nets 2116 RPMs . I am really considering this as it is the most effiecient auto overdrive trans setup. Install price - $750.00* *Typical install & drive shaft modifications.Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission tunnel or any other custom modifications that may be required. Does not include any modifications to exhaust, transmission . There are also advantages to keeping your drive line speed lower with the 3.23 gears. The distinctive double-hump accommodates true dual exhaust. Installation is very simple in most applications as follows: Just remove the transmission extension housing and bolt on the GEAR VENDORS replacement housing which has an eight hole pattern to receive the overdrive. Which would you guys go with? had a hard time picking a good spot for the cutouts Muscle Car/Hot Rod/Racing 2-Wheel Drive 2/3 - Speed Automatics Automatic 3-Speed TH 350 6" Tailhousing. The new factory six-speeds (6L45/50/80/90,) yield 6.04:1 - which is great, but these tranny's simply won't live without engine torque management, so this isn't a viable hotrodding option unless you get the tranny with the motor and all the interfacing electronics intact. We cover the install of the Gear Vendors Overdrive on the 1969 Camaro. A G Force crossmember is guaranteed to be a perfect fit. They really want them sold through installing dealers and allow ZERO discount and police it heavy. David. I plan on towing my car a couple of times a year. As far as a 700R4 not bolting up to where a 4L60E goes, blah blah blah, they are the same transmission guys. TIA , Log in or Sign up. Replaces 8" tailhousing. 2013 SSBN/A Drag Week, Lets quit sand bagging, and let . GEAR VENDORS, INC. 1717 North Magnolia Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92020. C6 trans with gear vendors overdrive - $3700 (Hershey) For sale a small block c6 ford transmission and j type gear vendors overdrive. Next on the agenda is to start disassembly of what I have now. Brand New Complete Planet Set also fits 5R55S & 5R55N. Regular price $3,185.00 Save $-3,185.00. Gearstar makes a 700R4 (and 4L60E) that handles 500 ft-lb for 4K. Discussion in '1967-1972' started by . Dec 4, 2010. Front and center at SEMA 2012, Gear Vendors won their first SEMA award in 1981. New with tags $50.00. I installed a Gear Vendors OD behind the TH350 in my '64 last spring. redid the exhaust to relocate the crossover pipe and i put cutouts in the car at the same time. C6 kevlar band transgo shift kit extra clutches, gear vendors new drum and clutch, higher line pressure,etc. TH350 3-SPEED AUTOMATIC 1st 2.52 Over 1.97 2nd 1.52 Over 1.19 3rd 1.00 Over 0.78 TH375/400/475 3-SPEED AUTOMATIC Trans Ratio 1st 2.48 Over 1.93 Gear Vendors shop is less then 4 miles from my place, their property is always packed full of customers vehicles . I've had a Gear Vendors OD installed in a S10, 350/350 Turbo with 4.11 gears for almost two years now. THIS video is mostly for . Elsewhere in this story we've listed the ratios of both the TH350 and the 700R4/4L60E. Adding the Gear Vendors unit was pricey but IMHO, it was stronger, more reliable, offers more ger control / selection and had better gear ratio spread than a 700R4 and maybe even a 200R4. The 700 is shit for horsepower. Our unique bolt-to-frame design eliminates cutting and welding. TIA , Log in or Sign up. Because we like life in the fast lane, and certainly appreciate better fuel economy, we decided to install a Gear Vendors in the Camaro. 90 300ZX TT w/SBC/th350 swap nitrous is a good thing!! Genuine flight suits - olive drab $35.00 / dessert tan $45.00. Nov 3, 2014.
I'm doing this one because I have not seen any videos that show the control head lights and how the shifting happens while driving. I'll be starting the install on it Monday. Replaces 6" tailhousing. February 7, 2013, 03:47 PM. As for weight, the Gear Vendors unit adds 25lbs. Really looking forward to not turning 3200 rpm at 65 mph. Took several readings to figure out the system and controls that I received. Regular price $3,185.00 Save $-3,185.00. I plan to remove the gear vendors yoke and install my old fully splined TH400 yoke, the yoke I have now is smooth for the 1st 1/2" or so. Home Forums > Chevy & GMC Trucks by Year > 1967-1972 > Gear Vendors 350TH Overdrive. Rick Johnson, owner of Gear Vendors, believes the strongest transmissions for performance cars in our range of the hobby are the TH400, TH350, Powerglide, and M21 or M22 Muncies.
But, the main benefit is how the unit applies overdrive to the top gear. it appears to be *much* easier to install , rather SPENDY though ! Im curious if anyone knows what would give me better fuel mileage on trips. Their testimonials look good and the system is very rugged, but competitors claim it is noisy (sour grapes perhaps?). +C $39.61 shipping estimate. The OD ratio of the GearVenders unit is .78:1 and you can engagement the OD of the unit in any gear of the manual transmission at full throttle. The Cutlass has been parked for about 4 years. 2007 SBN/A Drag Week Winner & First only SBN/A Car in the 9's Till 2012. Veteran Member.
2004R or TH350 with Gearvendor Hi guys, I am thinking about running the 2004R or a Th350 with a gear vendor overdrive unit. Rick Johnson of Gear Vendors talks about the main benefits of their Gear Vend. Curious if anyone has experience with the gearvendors system. A 4 speed OD with a lock up convertor will add at least that much, and most of the added weight is where you don't want it, in the convertor. yes a stock cross member will work..i installed a gv on my 72 monte behind a th350/350 combo and used the stock cross member Quote; . This is a superior alternative for most cars looking to go to a 3-speed. got my gear vendors unit installed on the car finally after sitting on the shelf in the shop for the last year. Buy It Now. Gear Vendor O/D install with TH-400 Theme . The gas kills me. Location. 60's and 70's muscle cars and street rods. Not speedo hookups though. I'll probably go with a GV OD for my TH350 when I finish my Chevelle restoration rather than go with a newer 4 speed OD GM trans.
While the 3.06:1 First-gear ratio would appear to be an advantage over the TH350's 2.52:1, the downside with the deeper First is the major rpm drop in the 1-2 and 2-3 gear changes that the 700R4/4L60 force upon you. The 4l60 was the updated version of the 700R4, and the 4l60e was the electroic version of the 4l60. . Dec 10, 2004. FWIW, Gear Vendors even used an adapter that would still drive the cable speedo and feed the box that would engage overdrive at 45 mph, and I'm sure that speed can be adjusted by folks who know how. . it appears to be *much* easier to install , rather SPENDY though ! the gear vendors under/overdrive is an extremely heavy-duty auxiliary transmission that's easy to install, gives you a 0.78:1 underdrive or overdrive, can improve your fuel mileage up to 20. The GEAR VENDORS .78 to 1 ratio allows you to go to a numerically higher rear gear to improve your 60ft. "Wovon man nicht sprechen kann, darber mu man den Mund halten." I have talked to them. The trans is for my 1970 c-10. It needs some updating. "The GEAR VENDORS in combination with the Powerglide is an affordable, reliable, and very efficient package. I found out real quick that laying on . My TH350 is low mileage and already upgraded with 2500 rpm converter, deep sump, cooler (B&M), so I'm inclined not to swap for a 700R or TKO (yet). Does Burnouts. they will bolt up the same, as far s hardware. Simply put, a Gear Vendors unit . After years of thinking about an overdrive and which one to get I opted for the Gear Vendor. Looks like I'm going to go with the GM TH350-C , that's no overdrive , just a lockup TC on a built . However, the TH350 has a better 1st gear, is lighter, and can still be built to take a decent beating.