Transmission
Rugged 4-Speed
The 4L65-E provides Four speed rear-wheel-drive, electronically controlled, automatic overdrive transmission with a torque converter clutch.GM Hydramatic has baked even more technology enhancements into the automatic transmission line up with the new 4L65E. This transmission, the latest creation from GM Hydramatic Motorsports, is a four speed, offering all the latest heavy duty components to stand up to the power of the LS6-405 HP Corvette engines. Upgrades like induction hardened turbine input shafts, larger intermediate servo, an additional three-four clutch plate. All go toward accommodating higher engine power output. The 4L65E offers optimized performance, fuel economy and increase durability. This sate-of-the-art transmission features the latest heavy duty components and high tech-electronic controls. The advanced electronics controlling the LS6 engine also manages the 4L65E shift points, providing unparalleled performance and durability, P/N 24221888 also includes the torque converter. (No core charge required on this transmission)
4L65E gear ratios: 1st 3.059, 2nd 1.625, 3rd 1.000, 4th .0696, Reverse 2.294.
Engine Range: 6.0L (M32)
Maximum Shift Speeds: 1-2 5600 rpm (M32), 2-3 5600 rpm (M32), 3-4 5600 rpm (M32)
Maximum Engine Torque: 380 lb-ft (M32)
Maximum Gearbox Torque: 670 lb-ft (M32)
Converter Size: 300mm (M32) (reference), Diameter of torque converter turbine.
Fluid Capacity (Approximate): 10.8L (11.4 qt) (with 300 mm converter)
Case Material: Die Cast Aluminum
