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The solenoid is a bleed, meaning that when it isn't energized the trans pressure is normal. Most other models of the same trans don't even have the solenoid present. With the mod the pressure isn't ever really "raised" -- it just isn't "lowered".
Triggering the solenoid lowers line pressure and causes slip, and makes a nice comfy gear change at the expense of clutch packs and overall power delivery.
Triggering the solenoid lowers line pressure and causes slip, and makes a nice comfy gear change at the expense of clutch packs and overall power delivery.
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The small clunk I'm referring to is barely noticeable, but I'd rather not have that it doesn't sound natural. Probably doesn't hurt the transmission though. Usually I just cruise around with the switch ON so I get smooth driving.
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Tried it-
Hey Guys-
Was bored this morning so I thought that I'd try this out-
Does seem to get 'er on quicker from the start when driven aggressively - However, I've not seen the OD light flash yet - but this was after only a few runs on it-
I did experience the slight hesitation in shifting that a few others mentioned - but as I run it, this seems to change a bit?
Not sure if I'll leave it disconnected, will give it the day and see-
By the way, this was done on a '93 SC 400 auto with MEGA miles on it-
Should the light flash right away?
Was bored this morning so I thought that I'd try this out-
Does seem to get 'er on quicker from the start when driven aggressively - However, I've not seen the OD light flash yet - but this was after only a few runs on it-
I did experience the slight hesitation in shifting that a few others mentioned - but as I run it, this seems to change a bit?
Not sure if I'll leave it disconnected, will give it the day and see-
By the way, this was done on a '93 SC 400 auto with MEGA miles on it-
Should the light flash right away?
#235
If you cut the wire at the ECU you'll never get any sort of warning light -- on the OBD1 cars anyway.
Mine will stay disconnected forever. It's how the car should have been from the factory.
Mine will stay disconnected forever. It's how the car should have been from the factory.
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So I put in the new poly diff mounts (among other things). The new diff mounts have removed the small clunk I was experiencing.
To be honest with the Transgo shift kit on, I can't tell the difference with the 4th solenoid mod on or off ( I have it wired on a switch) . I'll have to test at a drag strip to see if the 4th solenoid mod nets me any changes. Unfortunately I will probably only be able to do this in July, and I possibly might not have time and it would fall back to September.
To be honest with the Transgo shift kit on, I can't tell the difference with the 4th solenoid mod on or off ( I have it wired on a switch) . I'll have to test at a drag strip to see if the 4th solenoid mod nets me any changes. Unfortunately I will probably only be able to do this in July, and I possibly might not have time and it would fall back to September.
#237
Remember - it changes more than how it shifts - it actually wastes power (slips) if the ECU wants it to, like at WOT in first or a downshift into 2nd to pass. The transgo may raise pressure high enough that the solenoid's bleed doesn't affect it as much.
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Thanks to KC and all the others, for all the time, research, effort and willingness to test this mod and report back your results for the benefit of all of us!
Ok, I have read every post from the beginning through today.
I have a '96 and one thought I have had about making this work with OBDII, would be to disable the #4 solenoid by physically plugging or restricting the port that feeds it, and still allowing the solenoid to function as normal.
The ECU should see no fault, but the solenoid would no longer be able to dump the pressure when it's needed the most.
This would be a semi permanent method, that would require dropping the pan and maybe the valve body to perform the mod, or to undo it.
If going that far, might as well install the Transgo 340 HD2 shift kit as well, and if going full Race Car, might as well go for the Hot Rod shift option too.
Now, what happens if you do all this plus shim the the two accumulators, explained here:
http://www.supraforums.com/forum/showthread.php?267655-How-to-make-a-a340-last(56kers-take-a-nap)
This is an excellent link to read up on.
Let me know your thoughts please.
I'm due for a transmission service, so strongly thinking about the options and what direction I want to go.
I used to have a 1970 Chevelle with a B&M TH400, full manual shift, reverse shift pattern, full competition internals, and it was a blast! Drive it like a stick, let off the gas, shift, no harshness; jump on it, shift at 7200 and all Hell would break loose! Two black strips four car lengths long from 1st to 2nd, and another two black marks when shifting from 2nd to 3rd.
Of course, it could turn a 1/4 mile in 11.72 @ 126 mph. Gotta love the LS6.
But those days are gone and now I'm just looking for a very strong shift capable of barking the tires 1-2 & 2-3, better launch and although the higher stall converter adds an improved launch, wanting to avoid going to that step for now.
Ok, I have read every post from the beginning through today.
I have a '96 and one thought I have had about making this work with OBDII, would be to disable the #4 solenoid by physically plugging or restricting the port that feeds it, and still allowing the solenoid to function as normal.
The ECU should see no fault, but the solenoid would no longer be able to dump the pressure when it's needed the most.
This would be a semi permanent method, that would require dropping the pan and maybe the valve body to perform the mod, or to undo it.
If going that far, might as well install the Transgo 340 HD2 shift kit as well, and if going full Race Car, might as well go for the Hot Rod shift option too.
Now, what happens if you do all this plus shim the the two accumulators, explained here:
http://www.supraforums.com/forum/showthread.php?267655-How-to-make-a-a340-last(56kers-take-a-nap)
This is an excellent link to read up on.
Let me know your thoughts please.
I'm due for a transmission service, so strongly thinking about the options and what direction I want to go.
I used to have a 1970 Chevelle with a B&M TH400, full manual shift, reverse shift pattern, full competition internals, and it was a blast! Drive it like a stick, let off the gas, shift, no harshness; jump on it, shift at 7200 and all Hell would break loose! Two black strips four car lengths long from 1st to 2nd, and another two black marks when shifting from 2nd to 3rd.
Of course, it could turn a 1/4 mile in 11.72 @ 126 mph. Gotta love the LS6.
But those days are gone and now I'm just looking for a very strong shift capable of barking the tires 1-2 & 2-3, better launch and although the higher stall converter adds an improved launch, wanting to avoid going to that step for now.
Last edited by USMC; 07-14-13 at 01:16 PM.
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Basically it's a professional shimming kit plus modification to the valvebody.
If anything start with the Transgo kit on Truck setting. If that's not enough then gradually move up to Hot Rod.
And for the high stall torque converter you barely notice a difference in day to day driving. Still drives supersmooth. But when you stall it up you definitely get more go off the line.
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I have a 92 SC400 and disconnected the switch under my car...took it for a test drive and it felt amazing! No more bottom end bog, just floor it and it goes. (even peels out!)
However, now my O/D light is flashing (normal it seems), and it isn't driving like it was when I first disconnected it. I can't get it to "squat" anymore..it's just like it used to be, when the plug was connected.
Any ideas?
However, now my O/D light is flashing (normal it seems), and it isn't driving like it was when I first disconnected it. I can't get it to "squat" anymore..it's just like it used to be, when the plug was connected.
Any ideas?