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MG MGB GT V8 Factory Originals Technical - U.K. Automatic Transmissions

I have searched the archives, and have not come up with an answer to this question: Did/Does Rover use a 4 speed automatic transmission behind the Rover V8?
I am putting a 4.0 L into my '62 Skylark Convert. and would like to put a modern 4 speed automatic behind it. I have a BW 65 type bellhousing, and I have looked at Aisin Warner 03-71 models under Volvo Turbos. Appears that BW used the 65 as a start and added a fourth gear. Do Range Rovers use a 4spd automoatic? Can that 4X4 trans front mate with an off the shelf slush box rear casing? Questions, Questions..
Thank you in advance.
Curtis.
Curtis

Follow this link:

http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Show/2505/autobox.html

Actually, you're probably better off getting the adapter kit from D&D and hooking up a GM overdrive box.

Greg
Greg

Curtis
I agree with Greg. With an adapter plate you can use a 700R4 that came behind a SB Chevy. Parts are very easy to get and inexpensive. The latter the 700R4 the better. The newest units are called 4L60Es,they are computer controlled and require a PCM to function.

Bill bill_jacobson@hotmail.com
bill jacobson

I will contact Dan Lagrou most likely.
Thanks for the input and advice.
c.
Curtis

Curtis, in answer to your original question only the post 1986 Range Rover and subsequent Land Rover products have used a 4 speed auto. Much better than the three speeds before it, but not an ideal route to follow and clearly the previous suggestioins are far better options.

Rog
Roger Parker

I have just got my Roadster conversion on the road with 3.9 Rover and BW65 auto box. I can't really see the need for more than 3 speed box. I am running 2.78 LSD diff.
Ross
Ross Hannah

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