Looking around for more information about the Tremec TR-6060 tranny, I came across a GM link with info about the different types of tremecs. Basically the tremec in the Camaro is only rated for 430 lb -ft. of torque. All along I assumed it was 600 lb ft. according to the
Camaro5 wiki.
I know its a cost cutting measure, but leaving only a 10 lb ft. torque difference in the specifications?
Gm Link -
http://media.gm.com/us/powertrain/en..._MG9_M10_n.doc
Low maintenance
The TR6060 6-speed uses Texaco ATF Type III 1863 fluid and is certified "fill-for-life," requiring no fluid changes. The clutch is activated hydraulically, which automatically compensates for clutch disc wear, eliminating manual adjustments (except for the ZR1 which uses a traditional clutch). The Tremec TR6060 six-speed has evolved from a design that aimed to require virtually no maintenance in all but the most severe conditions.
Overview
Both the standard Corvette and the high-performance Z06 use the TR6060 designated as MM6, which is validated to 500 lb-ft of torque, while the TR6060 with the Z51 option features higher ratios and is designated as MZ6. It is validated to 430 lb-ft of torque. The ultra high performance ZR1 uses the TR6060 designated as the MH3, which is validated to 650 lb-ft of torque. The CTSv uses the MG9 version of the TR6060 validated to 560 lb-ft of torque. The Camaro uses the M10 gear set validated to 430 lb-ft