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  1. 10-29-2010 11:15 AM #1
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    If you have ever built a powerglide, come in here

     



    What parts need to be changed when building a power glide to make it strong enough to handle lets say a 1200hp motor? I have decided I want to learn rebuild my glide myself. I hear that they are pretty much the simplest trans to learn to rebuild. I have been told that with a good rebuild manual and a few special tools they can be built fairly easy in the average gear heads garage. Ive seen guys rebuild th350s and th400s before so I think I have some Idea of what I am getting myself into. Any advice or direction towards any certain rebuild manuals or kits would be appreciated. Thanks
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    the stock seals and pan gaskets will take 1200hp maybe the pump thats it. every one i know is using a after market case .input sun gear valves body and more
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    when i rebuilt a 700r we got the rebuild kit from our local gm dealer. my best advice is to have it on a work bench with plenty of light and take your time. especially with those damn ball bearings.
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    Quote Originally Posted by jyardgirl View Post
    when i rebuilt a 700r we got the rebuild kit from our local gm dealer. my best advice is to have it on a work bench with plenty of light and take your time. especially with those damn ball bearings.
    race stuff the 400 only has one
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    thank god. hate those things
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    Can anybody recommend a good place to get parts or possibly a full race rebuild kit?
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