JG1966
Well-Known Member
Hello all. I am adjusting my kickdown band and rear band on my small block 727. This is the first time I've ever done this. Tranny is dated coded 1972. Tranny operates nicely (and fluid looked perfect) except right now I don't believe I have any kickdown at all (and yes my kickdown lever is installed and adjusted perfectly).
Four quick questions:
1. How critical is getting adjuster screw seated to exactly 72 inch-pounds? I've seen some say doing it by feel (good and snug) is OK. I can go buy an inch-pound torque wrench if I have to.
2. My kickdown lever ratio is 3.2. Does that mean I back out adjuster screw 2 1/2 turns as opposed to 2 1/4?
3. How can I tell if this tranny has a partial kickdown from the factory (I think they started in 72)?
4. Is it recommended to also adjust any of the line pressure allen head adjusters while I have the pan off? I would like a little firmer shift but nothing crazy. Thanks
Four quick questions:
1. How critical is getting adjuster screw seated to exactly 72 inch-pounds? I've seen some say doing it by feel (good and snug) is OK. I can go buy an inch-pound torque wrench if I have to.
2. My kickdown lever ratio is 3.2. Does that mean I back out adjuster screw 2 1/2 turns as opposed to 2 1/4?
3. How can I tell if this tranny has a partial kickdown from the factory (I think they started in 72)?
4. Is it recommended to also adjust any of the line pressure allen head adjusters while I have the pan off? I would like a little firmer shift but nothing crazy. Thanks
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