07-03-2021, 06:06 PM | #1 |
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transbrake/2 step
What is the "advantage" of someone using a transbrake and/or 2 step vs someone who is leaving on idle with no footbraking in bracket racing? I believe I understand the concept of the transbrake and/or 2 step, but I'm not sure I understand the "advantage", if one?
I leave at idle in sportsmans class, no footbraking, and have been fortunate to catch pretty "consistent" lights that are under 0.050. I'm thinking of moving up to modified class next year and was wondering the advantages as described above. Thanks!!! |
07-03-2021, 07:56 PM | #2 |
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The transbrake with a 2 step lets you build boost at the line before the hit with turbo cars since you are putting the motor under load. The transmission is literally pulling itself apart in 2 different directions, forward and reverse. Leaving off idle you aren't building any boost, and with footbraking you are limited to whatever your converter will allow for raising the rpms and there is always that chance you will accidentally push through the brakes and possibly red light. The 2 step gives you the really consistent launches. No one ever seems to run a transbrake with the 6L80 though, I haven't heard of one being made for it. You usually see 4L80s and TH400s with the transbrake. Its just me, but I wouldn't trust the 6L80 with a transbrake past 700rwhp. Sounds like 3..2..1.. BOOM to me, IMO
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07-04-2021, 07:18 AM | #3 |
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Thanks for the explanation!!!
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07-05-2021, 03:11 PM | #4 |
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Does anybody use a two step with a torque converter and no trans brake?
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07-18-2021, 03:09 PM | #5 | |
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GM 6L and 8L transbrakes
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The good news is that there is a transbrake for the 6L and the 8L GM transmissions........... https://getawaycarz.com/ There is not much information on the dependability or the needed part upgrades. I have talked to a popular local Houston based performance oriented transmission shop and the information from customers is mixed. Information about the customers actual experience and expectations compared to or with other transbrakes was stated as unknown. Any Transmission Control Module tune calibrations compared to stock are also unknown. It still seems to still be a closely guarded secret for the 6L and 8Ls by the majority of users and the set up has some real genuine stealth. If going this route definitely recommend ALL of the transmission upgrades and a transmission cooler if not already equipped. The upgrades will allow for the greater than stock internal torque loads while the cooler will deal with the heat build up. Typical failure has been often due to RPM launch settings, temporary loss of oil/fluid intake due to launch, standing on the transbrake button too long known as burning down the transmission due to the massive heat that build up quickly with a transbrake. Also suggested would be a 1 piece aluminum or chrome moly driveshaft and an upgrade in the half shafts if still equipped. The shock of the transbrake hit to everything else depending on power will be brutal to the rest of the drivetrain and rear suspension. This is where the preloading of torque to the drivetrain has an advantage.
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07-20-2021, 02:09 PM | #6 |
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Awesome explanation and info! If people are running a brake with the 6L80 I wonder what their timeslips are reading. The tried and true combo looks like the 4L80 or the TH400, whether they are leaving on the brake or not. Less shifts and bulletproof durability too.
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07-20-2021, 10:01 PM | #7 | ||
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The more common ticket like you say is the TH400 with the Gear Vendors overdrive. Commonly found in the drag week cars. SFI approved cases also make it desirable in lieu of a blanket or shield and it is an easy transmission to rebuild, and parts are common to find. The 4L80 comes in the electronic module assisted and then there is the more simplified full manual shift version. Both can be adapted to transbrake use. An additional piece of information is that even the 2, 3, and 4 speed transmissions require a complete tear down and build upgrade for the custom transbrake valve body to be installed. Again, even as proven and popular as these transmissions are, they too will require a good transmission cooler set up to help manage the heat build up that happens with the use of the transbrake. I have yet to talk directly someone with first hand experience about using the 6L and 8L transbrake. I may eventually go down the path but I am still use to heel toe of the automatic. It limits me on the preload RPM and converter flash but it saves me on parts.
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10-28-2021, 06:45 AM | #8 |
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Does anybody use a lingenfelier 2 step
With torque convertor in 6L90?? I installed 2 step in my A6 ZL1 and i have circle D torque convertor 2800 stall speed but I dont know how I can setup the 2 step In the drag |
07-05-2022, 10:51 PM | #9 |
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I have been using the getawaycarz trans brake in my 6l90e for 2 seasons , it has been working well so far. With the module turned on my left paddle shifter activates the trans brake and 2 step while the right paddle acts as a bump box. Makes staging a turbo car very consistent.
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07-05-2022, 10:56 PM | #10 |
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ahhhhh interesting
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07-05-2022, 11:33 PM | #11 | |
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As in disengaging reverse to allow you to bump into the staging beams? |
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07-06-2022, 06:58 AM | #12 |
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One of the biggest reasons to use a 2-step is consistency. It obviously has a place for building boost in turbo cars, but it's a great tool to help get the same result, time after time, no matter what the aspiration (natural, turbo, nitrous, etc). With a 2-step, you eliminate a couple variables in the launch sequence - you have a consistent RPM, and a consistent power setting (usually wide open). With those two variables "locked" you now have something much more repeatable, and you can dial that launch RPM up or down to suit track conditions.
With a more powerful car, it's often going to be used in conjunction with some other forms of power management (ignition retard, boost ramp, etc), but the idea remains the same, you're eliminating driver controlled variables and locking them in, so you can get the same result every time. You can use a 2-step with a trans brake car, foot brake car, and even clutch cars. I love seeing them used for those purposes. And I HATE seeing them used for "pops and bangs" at the car meets where not a car in sight has ever taken a starting line.
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07-06-2022, 08:43 AM | #13 | |
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Watch any turbo car race and you'll see it light the top light and start spooling. Then come the pops and bangs from the 2 step and the car will lurch forward one or two more time to hit the beam and light the bottom bulb. That's the bump box activation... Aka bumping in. |
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08-30-2023, 10:20 AM | #14 |
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Will a 2 step help you not hurt the transmission as much? I'm supercharged 800 plus hp!
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