Dragster, 4L70E Parts

Speedway Motors and Classic Trucks reached out to Performance Automatic for a 4L70E to help move the 1952 Chevy Week to Wicked build in honor of Speedway Motors' 65th anniversary.

Day Three is in the books of the Speedway Motors Week to Wicked 1952 Chevy build. Progress today included putting the engine and tranny where they belong and continued work on the wiring.

This beautiful veteran of the early 70's dragster wars was built by three brothers in a one-car garage in small town Iowa.

Day Four of the Speedway Motors Week to Wicked 1952 Chevy build starts off with a whole lot of wiring.

A real-world guide to 4L60 transmission specs, strength, and swap tips.

This resource contains a transmission pan shape ID chart and other tips to help with identifying GM transmissions.

Follow along as Jeff installs an early 700R4 transmission for the big block in his 1967 Chevelle. See how this unit is upgraded and converted to a later 30 spline style.

The LS swap is no doubt still going strong, but if you’re planning to run an automatic behind your 4.8, 5.3, or 6.0L LS-powered ride, you’ll need to pay attention to a few items we discuss in this buyer’s guide.