what years for trans

[Bayou Bell]

I got a 98 z71 and it has no trans in it (bought it that way) and was wondering like the motor if there is only certain years I can use?

 

[Vortec Lover]

1- Auto or manual?

2- Which transmission was it? (check the glove box)

3- What engine do you have and what size is the the truck? (1/2, 3/4, 1 ton)

I believe that 96 97 and 98 are all compatible for the most part, but you'll need to know what to look for.

 

[mr98z71]

If your 98 is a 1/2 ton, it would of came with a 4L60E. A transmission from 96 to 99 will fit without any mods. You have to make sure you get a 4L60E (E) for electronically controlled. If you were to get a 4L60 or a 700R4, it wouldn't work because the computer controlled trucks don't use Throttle valve (TV) cables.

Here are a couple good transmision websites that you can buy a good Transmission for:

http://www.performabuilt.com
http://www.monstertrans.com/store/

 

[Bayou Bell]

98 z71 350

 

[Bayou Bell]

auto trans

 

[Vortec Lover]

As mentioned above, the 4L60E is the transmission that you will need for the least work. 1998 would be the ideal year to get a tranny out of.

If you wanted a beefier tranny, as the 4L60E is not reputed as a very sturdy tranny (I have one in mine, haha), I would suggest moving up to the 4L80 or NV4500- both a bit more work involved, but much beefier.

 

[polar]

When you buy a trans, you are gona wanna look for a 2 piece 4l60E. I read somewhere it was better than a 1 piece.

 

[95C1500]

Go NV4500!!! That is on my list of things I wanna do....

 

[Vortec Lover]

Go NV4500!!! That is on my list of things I wanna do....

Same here, that's why I suggested it. It's the heavy duty manual transmission. There are several guys on here who have done the swap. Takes time and work, but is one heck of an upgrade.

 

[heavyjunk]

Same here, that's why I suggested it. It's the heavy duty manual transmission. There are several guys on here who have done the swap. Takes time and work, but is one heck of an upgrade.

Indeed, x2