Changing a 6 speed to Automatic

[LC]

buy A6... swap engine front cover / cam and MAYBE lifters, some tunning to disable all that VVT crap and boila...

easier, and you dont have to mess with a bunch of complex stuff...

[Total_Perf_Eng]

Going from manual to auto is by far the easiest way. Yes, you can just run a standalone. BUT.. If the person wants to re-pin their PCM using factory wiring, it is a nightmare of epic proportions.

Personally, I would ditch the 6L80 (they suck for power capabilities) and install a built 4L80E, with a TCI controller. This will allow you to run their paddle shift kit as well..

Originally Posted by 2KWIK4U

Is the wiring job extensive because of changing an auto to auto with standalone computer or going from 6 speed to auto with stand alone computer. I thought with a swap from manual to auto it would be simpler because of using a stand alone computer and harness?

Danny

[2KWIK4U]

Originally Posted by Total_Perf_Eng

Going from manual to auto is by far the easiest way. Yes, you can just run a standalone. BUT.. If the person wants to re-pin their PCM using factory wiring, it is a nightmare of epic proportions.

Personally, I would ditch the 6L80 (they suck for power capabilities) and install a built 4L80E, with a TCI controller. This will allow you to run their paddle shift kit as well..

That sounds like a good idea, I will have to look into that.

Thanks

Danny

[ron10]

[2KWIK4U]

TCI Transmissions claims to have a 6 speed auto that has a lifetime guarantee to 850 HP. I am not sure how it would install in a auto car but it has a standalone computer system with both auto and full manual shifting.

I might have to look into this when the time gets closer for my convertible to come.

Danny