Fordmods Logo

shift kit for auto! 

 

Page 2 of 2 [ 24 posts ] Go to page Previous  1, 2

 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 3:09 am 
Stock as a Rock
Offline
User avatar

Age: 40

Posts: 113

Joined: 5th Nov 2004

Gallery: 8 images

Ride: Futura

Location: Perth
WA, Australia

the solenoid is in the gearbox, but in the 4spd (eb-ed) are controlled by the ECU which is in the passenger footwell. (left hand side) theres a green wire there that ya chop and join ya shift kit into, you basically blead off another (red) wire 12voltVCC to alter the currents which can be switched etc to change pressure in the s5. you rejoin your shiftkit outlet wire to the gearbox side (the non ECU end of the chopped green wire) and it works..

wire colour/pins are diff for each model but this was what it was like for my ed. which is going in EDsteves car. (i went one better and got a manual)

 

_________________

94 ED Futura, 5spd, RPM clutch,3.27 LSD, PH4480 pacemakers, 2.5'' Supercat, STG 2 Wade1004-112 advanced16degrees, XH intake K&N panel,pedders superlows, Expursuit puter. clearindicators, volvoTT thermofan
15.3@146kph
Alpine deck,splits,rears, clarion amp P1Crossfire subboofa, tint

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 10:58 am 
Parts Gopher
Offline

Age: 43

Posts: 80

Joined: 5th Nov 2004

Ride: FG MK 2 XR6

Location: Perth
WA, Australia

fun_on_rear_demister_4u wrote:
uh so the s**t kit does what exactly???
what purpose would it serve being on a normal road car?? and will it kill the box/auto clutch real quick??
im assuming this will make the long period of time it takes for the auto to change alot less??

just help me, im stupid, i gots no idea what these kinda mods do!!!


Yes, the shift kits reduce the time it takes for your trans to chang gear, for someone like me with a super slow changing piece of crap, a shift kit would work wonders. No extra stress caused to gearbox, but as was mentioned earlier in this thread expect increased stress on Uni Joints and Diff. If you want a serious drag weapon with an auto, a shift kit is the way to go.

 

_________________

Too many Fords and too much cash "invested" over the years.

New Project: Daily Cruiser, FG Mk 2 XR6 NA , headers, CAI, tuned, 238rwhp and counting.

Engine build in progress.....

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 11:38 am 
Getting Side Ways
Offline

Age: 37

Posts: 509

Joined: 7th Nov 2004

Gallery: 9 images

Ride: '05 5.4L BA MK2 XT

Location: Sydney
NSW, Australia

the shift kit doesnt replace or bypass the S5 solenoid does it ?
My mates ED Fairmont has a stuffed S5 which would cost hundreds to replace.
Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 11:46 am 
Getting Side Ways
Offline
User avatar

Age: 42

Posts: 8655

Joined: 5th Nov 2004

Gallery: 37 images

Ride: V8 EF Futura

Location: Adelaide CBD
SA, Australia

Ace wrote:
the shift kit doesnt replace or bypass the S5 solenoid does it ?
My mates ED Fairmont has a stuffed S5 which would cost hundreds to replace.


No, alters the current going to S5.

 

_________________

I promise..... I will never die.

Fordmods Administration Group MINOR PUNKED

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 12:17 pm 
Parts Gopher
Offline
User avatar

Age: 39

Posts: 71

Joined: 8th Nov 2004

Gallery: 4 images

Location: Perth
WA, Australia

your mates gonna need a new solenoid anyways so he may as well get an adjustable one and boost the pressure with the screw before he puts it in.

e6

 

_________________

looking for a decent 351 and wondering how im gonna get it set up in my AU????

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Thu Nov 11, 2004 12:57 pm 
Stock as a Rock
Offline

Age: 40

Posts: 132

Joined: 5th Nov 2004

Ride: EF Fairmont 5.0

Location: Adelaide, SA
SA, Australia

The AU S5 solenoid is the adjustable one, and they fit EAII-EL Falcons too. I have one in my car, but its adjusted to the stock setting ATM, but next trans service its getting turned up a bit.
Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Fri Nov 19, 2004 12:59 pm 
Parts Gopher
Offline
User avatar

Age: 35

Posts: 60

Joined: 6th Nov 2004

Ride: EL Falcon Futura

Location: wollongong
NSW, Australia

yeah, so how much will a gearbox service and a shift kit installation set me back???

if anyones had one fitted the cost of that would do, thanks!!!!

 

_________________

mods to my laser:
vortex fuel.....seriously, its quicker than mums falcon, well, at stalling anyway....oh she does alright burnouts tho, will post a picture soon enough....screw flanders!!

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Fri Nov 19, 2004 1:06 pm 
Getting Side Ways
Offline
User avatar

Age: 42

Posts: 8655

Joined: 5th Nov 2004

Gallery: 37 images

Ride: V8 EF Futura

Location: Adelaide CBD
SA, Australia

A shift kit or an AU variable pressure solenoid (S5)?

Trans service should be around $50 labour + $50 parts and fluid depending on how thorough the mechanic is. I insist on full torque converter flushes.

Shift kit can be made and fitted from as little as $6. Or order one from shiftkits.com.au, anywhere between $60 odd and $110 odd. All very easy to fit yourself.

AU solenoid - anyones guess! Have heard them being installed for $200 but alos heard of people paying $400 for the solenoid alone.

 

_________________

I promise..... I will never die.

Fordmods Administration Group MINOR PUNKED

Top
 Profile  
 
 
Posted: Fri Nov 19, 2004 7:00 pm 
Parts Gopher
Offline
User avatar

Age: 39

Posts: 71

Joined: 8th Nov 2004

Gallery: 4 images

Location: Perth
WA, Australia

my solenoid only cost a hunge, and then the service was 115. think it might be because ive spent so much ther though, he gives me hella discounts ther now... so he should!!!!

e6

 

_________________

looking for a decent 351 and wondering how im gonna get it set up in my AU????

Top
 Profile  
 
Display posts from previous:
Sort by  
 Page 2 of 2  [ 24 posts ]  Go to page Previous  1, 2

Who is online

Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 60 guests


You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot post attachments in this forum

 

 

It is currently Fri Apr 19, 2024 9:08 pm All times are UTC + 11 hours

 

 

(c)2014 Total Web Solutions Australia - Australian Web Hosting and Domain Names