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03-13-2009, 03:19 PM
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2004R vs. 700R4?
I have a 2004R that was built by a buddy of mine and a 3000 convertor to go along with it. He says he's "beefed it up". I've still heard otherwise and that the 700R4 is still the way to go with a truck. I haven't installed it yet and may try to sell it depending what I find out. Any advise would be appreciated.
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03-13-2009, 03:25 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
One more question.....Is my B&M ratchet shifter for the turbo 350 I currently have going to work with the 200?
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03-13-2009, 03:53 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
the answer will depend on your intended use of the truck.
Did he tell you what he did to "beef it up"? What's your engine combo? Whats your rear gear ratio? |
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03-13-2009, 04:09 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
It really depends on your application. I have one in my '56 Bel Air and it is fine behind a very mild 350 that is driven like a granny car. I'm not sure how it would handle slot of horsepowernor torque unless it was built by a reliable shop (like Phoenix transmissions ) or id your buddy is really good.
Shawn
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03-13-2009, 05:27 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
do a search on this site for the 200r. There's more out there than I thought, including mine.
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03-13-2009, 05:35 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
I always heard that the 2004R is stronger than the 700R4.
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03-13-2009, 08:11 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
A recent issue of CarCraft had a buildup of a 200 by Art Carr. Worth a read.
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03-13-2009, 09:16 PM
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Re: 2004R vs. 700R4?
In stock form and in most builds the 700 is tougher. There are a few Buick GN 200's that are tougher than 700's but they are rare...they are completely different from the normal 2004r.
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