Speedster's SST Camaro Build Thread [COTW 9/13/10]

[mikepage0007]

bruce, i decided to go with jakes, a small family tranny shop in tx...has tons of good reviews on other forums...gm tranny tech who knows these trannies well...also developed his own trans brake and has beat rosslers transbrake...or so it has been posted in other brds...here is my tranny build, i,m not in a hurry and if you want ...i can have them give it to you...you already have the stall...not sure how close mine is to being done ...but if you want , here are specs... jakes performance. 940-458-5564ask for mike, he can call me and i would release the tranny for ya.. Stage 4 4l80e transmission- Good for 1500hp, comes with all new high
> energy frictions and steels, as well as new seal, bushings and
> gaskets. Billet parts include input shaft, intermediate shaft, and
> forward hub, we rollerize a few key locations, Jake's very own
> separator plate. It also features the super drum, which takes away the
> 34 element sprag and replaces it with a 36 element sprag which are
> wider and make it stronger. We duel feed the tranny and also put 6
> clutches in direct drum and 5 in intermediate.
>
> The 9.5 billet converter that is built for applications over 1000hp
> comes with a bigger steal stator and 12in billet lock up clutch.
>
> The opti shift stand alone controller is easily installed and comes
> with all the wiring harnesses you will need as well as a Cd to enable
> you to select from various programs or create your own shift points.
>
> Our trans brake is simple and works efficiently. Release time is
> somewhere around .062 sec and allows you to keep a shallow pan. when
> you are ready to hook it up I will walk you through it.
>

[SSE 4 2SS]

Originally Posted by mikepage0007

bruce, i decided to go with jakes, a small family tranny shop in tx...has tons of good reviews on other forums...gm tranny tech who knows these trannies well...also developed his own trans brake and has beat rosslers transbrake...or so it has been posted in other brds...here is my tranny build, i,m not in a hurry and if you want ...i can have them give it to you...you already have the stall...not sure how close mine is to being done ...but if you want , here are specs... jakes performance. 940-458-5564ask for mike, he can call me and i would release the tranny for ya.. Stage 4 4l80e transmission- Good for 1500hp, comes with all new high
> energy frictions and steels, as well as new seal, bushings and
> gaskets. Billet parts include input shaft, intermediate shaft, and
> forward hub, we rollerize a few key locations, Jake's very own
> separator plate. It also features the super drum, which takes away the
> 34 element sprag and replaces it with a 36 element sprag which are
> wider and make it stronger. We duel feed the tranny and also put 6
> clutches in direct drum and 5 in intermediate.
>
> The 9.5 billet converter that is built for applications over 1000hp
> comes with a bigger steal stator and 12in billet lock up clutch.
>
> The opti shift stand alone controller is easily installed and comes
> with all the wiring harnesses you will need as well as a Cd to enable
> you to select from various programs or create your own shift points.
>
> Our trans brake is simple and works efficiently. Release time is
> somewhere around .062 sec and allows you to keep a shallow pan. when
> you are ready to hook it up I will walk you through it.
>

Now this is a classy offer...kudos Mike

[garcmol]

I think the sleeper effect is lost once you crank the car up. The SST is screamin'. And that's at idle! Sounds like you've got a drummer's symbol in there. tss tss tss tss tss tss tss tss

So, does a blow off valve release pressure that's not needed because there isn't much load on the motor?

[TAG UR IT]

OH MY....VIDEOS! YEAWWWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!!!!

Sorry to hear about the tranny going. Can't wait for you to get it all wrapped up.

[Mr Twisty]

Could you carry on a conversation in the car okay over the exhaust? Didn't sound too loud inside, NASTY sounding outside!

[andredmg]

Originally Posted by mikepage0007

bruce, i decided to go with jakes, a small family tranny shop in tx...has tons of good reviews on other forums...gm tranny tech who knows these trannies well...also developed his own trans brake and has beat rosslers transbrake...or so it has been posted in other brds...here is my tranny build, i,m not in a hurry and if you want ...i can have them give it to you...you already have the stall...not sure how close mine is to being done ...but if you want , here are specs... jakes performance. 940-458-5564ask for mike, he can call me and i would release the tranny for ya.. Stage 4 4l80e transmission- Good for 1500hp, comes with all new high
> energy frictions and steels, as well as new seal, bushings and
> gaskets. Billet parts include input shaft, intermediate shaft, and
> forward hub, we rollerize a few key locations, Jake's very own
> separator plate. It also features the super drum, which takes away the
> 34 element sprag and replaces it with a 36 element sprag which are
> wider and make it stronger. We duel feed the tranny and also put 6
> clutches in direct drum and 5 in intermediate.
>
> The 9.5 billet converter that is built for applications over 1000hp
> comes with a bigger steal stator and 12in billet lock up clutch.
>
> The opti shift stand alone controller is easily installed and comes
> with all the wiring harnesses you will need as well as a Cd to enable
> you to select from various programs or create your own shift points.
>
> Our trans brake is simple and works efficiently. Release time is
> somewhere around .062 sec and allows you to keep a shallow pan. when
> you are ready to hook it up I will walk you through it.
>

This is what C5 is all about although and unfortunatly the SST has the potential for 1800hp Im not sure he'll be able to use that tranny with piece of mind especially after all he's been thru already? But BIG UPS to you sir you represent Camaro5 well

[Merc]

Hey Bud. SST sounds awsome!!!

[speedster]

Originally Posted by mikepage0007

bruce, i decided to go with jakes, a small family tranny shop in tx...has tons of good reviews on other forums...gm tranny tech who knows these trannies well...also developed his own trans brake and has beat rosslers transbrake...or so it has been posted in other brds...here is my tranny build, i,m not in a hurry and if you want ...i can have them give it to you...you already have the stall...not sure how close mine is to being done ...but if you want , here are specs... jakes performance. 940-458-5564ask for mike, he can call me and i would release the tranny for ya.. Stage 4 4l80e transmission- Good for 1500hp, comes with all new high
> energy frictions and steels, as well as new seal, bushings and
> gaskets. Billet parts include input shaft, intermediate shaft, and
> forward hub, we rollerize a few key locations, Jake's very own
> separator plate. It also features the super drum, which takes away the
> 34 element sprag and replaces it with a 36 element sprag which are
> wider and make it stronger. We duel feed the tranny and also put 6
> clutches in direct drum and 5 in intermediate.
>
> The 9.5 billet converter that is built for applications over 1000hp
> comes with a bigger steal stator and 12in billet lock up clutch.
>
> The opti shift stand alone controller is easily installed and comes
> with all the wiring harnesses you will need as well as a Cd to enable
> you to select from various programs or create your own shift points.
>
> Our trans brake is simple and works efficiently. Release time is
> somewhere around .062 sec and allows you to keep a shallow pan. when
> you are ready to hook it up I will walk you through it.
>

Wow Mike. I am floored at your offer! I will call them today to talk to them.

The members of Camaro5 never cease to amaze me and you my friend are exacty the reason why. I am truly speechless. Thank You.

[armysig]

Your car sounds amazing!

[Kyle.Gilmour]

Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

Corey an I were discussing a lenko the other day, just not sure how street friendly that would be... The shifter would scream race car.... Time will tell...

A Lenko... lol... yea, not sure the street friendlyness there...
I know the owner of Liberty Gears if you want to go that route too. hahah

[600hp-lpe]

Cool video's Bruce.. not so cool your trans went BYE BYE before it's time...

Sounds wicked! I'm loving the exhaust note.

Once you get the bugs worked out, it's gonna be amazing!

[GTAHVIT]

Originally Posted by mikepage0007

bruce, i decided to go with jakes, a small family tranny shop in tx...has tons of good reviews on other forums...gm tranny tech who knows these trannies well...also developed his own trans brake and has beat rosslers transbrake...or so it has been posted in other brds...here is my tranny build, i,m not in a hurry and if you want ...i can have them give it to you...you already have the stall...not sure how close mine is to being done ...but if you want , here are specs... jakes performance. 940-458-5564ask for mike, he can call me and i would release the tranny for ya.. Stage 4 4l80e transmission- Good for 1500hp, comes with all new high
> energy frictions and steels, as well as new seal, bushings and
> gaskets. Billet parts include input shaft, intermediate shaft, and
> forward hub, we rollerize a few key locations, Jake's very own
> separator plate. It also features the super drum, which takes away the
> 34 element sprag and replaces it with a 36 element sprag which are
> wider and make it stronger. We duel feed the tranny and also put 6
> clutches in direct drum and 5 in intermediate.
>
> The 9.5 billet converter that is built for applications over 1000hp
> comes with a bigger steal stator and 12in billet lock up clutch.
>
> The opti shift stand alone controller is easily installed and comes
> with all the wiring harnesses you will need as well as a Cd to enable
> you to select from various programs or create your own shift points.
>
> Our trans brake is simple and works efficiently. Release time is
> somewhere around .062 sec and allows you to keep a shallow pan. when
> you are ready to hook it up I will walk you through it.
>

BRAVO! You, Sir, are a good man.

Originally Posted by SSE 4 2SS

Bruce,

Thoughts of JOB come to mind... I also am glad you got a little seat time though it must be frustrating to have it taken away so soon... And this may be the first time I've ever seen you have anything negative to say about anyone or anyplace...
I feel for you, and I know it's frustrating... I the grand scheme of things though...

As MTCWBY told me, some people build bad cars so others can gawk and to give them something to talk about when things break... We fix it and move on... not an exact quote...

SST will run... Soon....

Originally Posted by speedster

Wow Mike. I am floored at your offer! I will call them today to talk to them.

The members of Camaro5 never cease to amaze me and you my friend are exacty the reason why. I am truly speechless. Thank You.

Let me tell you guys something about Bruce....

I've gotten to know him fairly well over the last couple years... Even in our private conversations he has not once said anything disrespectful towards those involved in the building of this car. Of course he's frustrated by the delays. But not once has he taken a shot at any of the companies working on SST.

We are lucky to have you here, Bruce.

You are a class act my friend. Thanks for everything, and I'm sure SST will be the the kind of car people remember their entire lives.

Hang in there Boss man. Indy will be a great place to show her off.

[PQ]

To reenforce what's been said about Bruce.

I was told I was a patient guy with my problem. Bruce is a rock.

Hate to hear about the tranny. If you can be patient, Bruce, then we sure can.

Here's to you getting it worked out quickly.

[SSE 4 2SS]

Originally Posted by GTAHVIT

BRAVO! You, Sir, are a good man.





Let me tell you guys something about Bruce....

I've gotten to know him fairly well over the last couple years... Even in our private conversations he has not once said anything disrespectful towards those involved in the building of this car. Of course he's frustrated by the delays. But not once has he taken a shot at any of the companies working on SST.

We are lucky to have you here, Bruce.

You are a class act my friend. Thanks for everything, and I'm sure SST will be the the kind of car people remember their entire lives.

Hang in there Boss man. Indy will be a great place to show her off.

I agree, Bruce is absolutely Class in every way... as are so many members of Camaro5...

I suppose I mentioned that to demonstrate the frustration I know he must feel... When I had the true pleasure meeting Bruce and PQ at the Fest II, it was a genuine pleasure, one of my major highlights of the whole event...