SC for 03 5AT???
SC for 03 5AT???
Where can I get a Vortec for an 03 5AT. I have not been able to find one the says it is for an AT.
Vortech sells them for both the AT and the 6MT. The only issue right now is the 2005 6MT...all others are good to go. You can find out a lot about FI's on the FI section of my350z.com. As for where to get them....you can order them new through CP Race or Avalon Racing. (both are sponsors over on my350z).
Forgot to mention that if you have an AT...there are three additional precautionary things you can do to help save your tranny from the newfound stress: (I am just learning these so if I am mistaken, please somebody correct me as I hate to give out incorrect info)
1. Valve Body Upgrade - This modification tinkers with the pressure and springs inside the tranny to firm up the shifting. Our cars are set with a soft luxury type shifting. This is great for your grandmother's Cadillac but not good in FI applications. I also believe it creates more heat during that time it is engaging so by firming it up, it helps keep it cooler. More on heat later on. As of now, Stillen, Level 10 and SGP make the VB upgrade for our tranny's. Lets take them in order to save you some searching time.
a. Stillen is decent but folks who have gotten the upgrade have not seen that much of a change in firmness. Most feel the firmness on the downshifting (in MM Mode).
b. Level 10 makes one but have a bad reputation. Both in the product and in the customer service arena. I would avoid them if possible.
c. SGP makes a valve body but couldn't find anybody who had one on. Though SGP is very reputable around these forums. They have, however, in the last couple of days, announced that they are making a complete overhaul of the VB and not just making simple changes (ala Level 10 and Stillen). This is most likely going to be your best option, however, SGP has yet to announce its availability and pricing just yet. Stay tuned. The test mule right now is GrugenPB and you can find his posts about this new valve body here:
http://www.my350z.com/forum/showthread.php?t=136273
and here:
https://g35driver.com/forums/drivetrain/63397-sgp-5at-valve-body-video.html
Both threads have videos to download (both in MM Mode and Auto Mode).
2. Next tranny mod to learn about is the Torque Converter. I know even less about TC than VB but I'll give it a shot. The TC will be most beneficial from a dead stop (ala drag strip or stop light). It lets you set higher stall RPM's and transfer the energy quicker. Some folks on here are very knowledgable when it comes to stall settings and TC. Find them and ask. Two reputable companies who can help with a TC upgrade is Protorque and Edge Racing. TC can also alleviate heat form the tranny. There are two main things that kill our AT's; Too much torque and heat. Since you are getting the Vortech (as am I), too much torque probably wont be an issue as that really affects the turbo guys. But heat will be an issue for most FI applications. Which leads us to mod #3.
3. Tranny Cooler. These are relatively cheap and can help keep your tranny cool. There are many different kinds and different sizes available. I bought the 24,000 GVW B&M model from jegs.com:
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...28&prmenbr=361
I know I just barely scratched the surface, but I hope this helps you. There are many threads about these mods and I certainly urge you to read up and learn about them. And if I have made any mistakes...please correct me. Thanks.
1. Valve Body Upgrade - This modification tinkers with the pressure and springs inside the tranny to firm up the shifting. Our cars are set with a soft luxury type shifting. This is great for your grandmother's Cadillac but not good in FI applications. I also believe it creates more heat during that time it is engaging so by firming it up, it helps keep it cooler. More on heat later on. As of now, Stillen, Level 10 and SGP make the VB upgrade for our tranny's. Lets take them in order to save you some searching time.
a. Stillen is decent but folks who have gotten the upgrade have not seen that much of a change in firmness. Most feel the firmness on the downshifting (in MM Mode).
b. Level 10 makes one but have a bad reputation. Both in the product and in the customer service arena. I would avoid them if possible.
c. SGP makes a valve body but couldn't find anybody who had one on. Though SGP is very reputable around these forums. They have, however, in the last couple of days, announced that they are making a complete overhaul of the VB and not just making simple changes (ala Level 10 and Stillen). This is most likely going to be your best option, however, SGP has yet to announce its availability and pricing just yet. Stay tuned. The test mule right now is GrugenPB and you can find his posts about this new valve body here:
http://www.my350z.com/forum/showthread.php?t=136273
and here:
https://g35driver.com/forums/drivetrain/63397-sgp-5at-valve-body-video.html
Both threads have videos to download (both in MM Mode and Auto Mode).
2. Next tranny mod to learn about is the Torque Converter. I know even less about TC than VB but I'll give it a shot. The TC will be most beneficial from a dead stop (ala drag strip or stop light). It lets you set higher stall RPM's and transfer the energy quicker. Some folks on here are very knowledgable when it comes to stall settings and TC. Find them and ask. Two reputable companies who can help with a TC upgrade is Protorque and Edge Racing. TC can also alleviate heat form the tranny. There are two main things that kill our AT's; Too much torque and heat. Since you are getting the Vortech (as am I), too much torque probably wont be an issue as that really affects the turbo guys. But heat will be an issue for most FI applications. Which leads us to mod #3.
3. Tranny Cooler. These are relatively cheap and can help keep your tranny cool. There are many different kinds and different sizes available. I bought the 24,000 GVW B&M model from jegs.com:
http://www.jegs.com/cgi-bin/ncommerc...28&prmenbr=361
I know I just barely scratched the surface, but I hope this helps you. There are many threads about these mods and I certainly urge you to read up and learn about them. And if I have made any mistakes...please correct me. Thanks.
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