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Originally Posted by camaroguy
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 Camaro 5 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 |
Well, they have always made different specs of their tranny's. It's like the T56 in my Cobra is not the same as the fbody or the viper.
That being said, the CTSV's TR6060 probably does have some noticeably upgraded internals that makes it differ from the base vettes and camaro's.