I recently purchased a juice with the A2 monitior. I mainly purchased it for the gps and the gauges in one package. My plans are to run it on a day to day basis on levels 1-2 and turning it off when I pull my 4500lb boat, I don't wanna strain the trans too much. Would you recommend just a vb, or just wait until I need the trans rebuilt and do it right then. Not gonna do anything else right now, other than a vb if that. I will wait for the tc until rebuild time comes along, then I will build it right. Thanks in advance.

 

You will be able to tow on level 1 or 2 without worries.. At the least tow on 1 so you get a little benefit EGT wise from the timing, and maybe a tad better fuel mileage as well.

 

Adding a valvebody will have several benefits. Better lube, better lockup pressure along with increased line pressure. Will help trans hold on till you are ready to do more.
James

 

a triple disc tc, first gear band set up, and turning up the stock valve body pressure should be good for pulling your boat with out a problem you really don't need a new vb. talk to dusty at HTS and let him know what your plans are for the truck and he will guide you in the right direction.

 

bump...........

 

Yeah right now I am shopping around for a TC and VB combo...I am torn over an input shaft as well....

 

Just go ahead and upgrade to a valve body...its the "best" of your options

 

Whats the best place to buy a vb if I have a freind that can install it?

 

Goerend, DTT, HTS and suncoast all make good valve bodies. I think I am going to go with HTS, but I am not married to it.

 

Goerend. At least that's my opinion.

 

click on this link www.goerend.com

 

I would steer clear of the Suncoast VB as it only a glorified Transgo kit. The HTS, Goerend, DTT are built with performance in mind by the best in the Mopar transmission industry. IMO the VB is probably the single best upgrade for your tranny aside from upgrading the whole thing. I went with HTS, and I'm sure the Goerend and DTT are also good units.