Shift Kit

[leenjen]

this is probably a stupid question, but what does a shift kit do for an automatic transmission?

 

[leenjen]

what are the advantages?
'' disadvantages?

 

[tbomb]

i dont know all the "ins and outs" of a shift kit (though i could ask my roommates tomorrow, because im sure they know; theyre already asleep right now), but, generally speaking, it makes the shifts quicker and harder.

 

[FrankRizzo]

Baumann Engineering calls thiers a "recalibration Kit"
Check it out at www.baumannengineering.com:
All I know is that it works great!


ReCal Pro™ AOD Valve Body Recalibration Kit
This easy to install kit is the most advanced, flexible, and reliable valve body recalibration system in the industry. Full user programmability of shift firmness and behavior, along with adjustable full-throttle shift points (up to 1100 RPM greater than stock) and full-throttle overdrive capability allow the transmission to be custom-fitted to any application. Superior shift improvement is accompanied by a substantial increase in durability and performance (due, in part, to our intelligent pressure control system). As featured in October 1990 Super Ford, January 1991 Mustang Monthly, February 1992 and July 1993 Muscle Mustangs and Fast Fords and other magazines. Installs in 3-4 hours by removing only transmission pan and valve body. As with all of our products, this kit includes full technical support. Complete with detailed instruction booklet and all necessary parts.