Description: In this book, expert mechanic and drag racer Cliff Ruggles demystifies the popular GM 700-R4 and 4L60 automatic transmissions. Keeping the enthusiast in mind, Ruggles explains the history of these transmissions, presents critical identification guidelines, and leads the reader through the complete disassembly, repair and upgrade, and assembly processes. DIY-ers will learn how to test their transmission to ensure its proper operation before installing it in the car.
Brief description: Cliff Ruggles has more than 20 years' experience in custom building transmissions. He owns his own business, Cliff's High Performance, which specializes in building high-performance engines, transmission, and carburetors. Cliff has built/ owned/ raced at least half a dozen cars over the years.
Review Quotes: "Transmission rebuilding and swapping can be straight-forward, and - thanks to Cliff's book - it can be done easily, with smoother shift, better fuel mileage, and increased performance as a result."--Scott Ross "Corvette Fever" (1/1/2010 12:00:00 AM)