The dreaded 4l60e

[humblebeast07]

Well after just a year my transmission decided to go out @145,000miles (lost 3/4 gear, assuming the clutches)..So im thinking about tackling the rebuild on my own, and Just looking for some advice..

What tools are needed for the rebuild?

Looking at this rebuild kit, What do you think
http://www.700r4l60e.com/store/product.php?productid=528&cat=55&page=1

Are there any other components I should be replacing while im in there...keep in mind, im trying to beef it up for more longevity and possibly hold up to some larger tires(33s) and in the future, and the fact that its 4x4 and to hold up to a little off-roading.

Thanks for any advice, Im very familiar with LS engines but this will be my first transmission to tear into.

 

[4WDTRK]

Look into the Sonnax boost valve or corvette servo. Either accomplish essentially the same thing (firmer shifts and more line pressure). Also aluminum accumulator pistons vs. the plastic factory ones. Maybe look into a trans cooler too. Never built one myself, but have had shops do work for me over the years.

 

[humblebeast07]

The kit comes with this. "Trans-Go Heavy Duty Shift kit, with .500 boost valve & with modified accumulation for nice part throttle shifts with quick but not overly firm WOT shifts" .is this what your talking about or something different

 

[4WDTRK]

Sounds like it's got everything you need, but I'm not sure which kits are recommended/endorsed. You could make some calls to local trans shops just to pick their brains.