SuperMatic™ 8L90-E Transmission for LT1 Crate Engine
Chevrolet Performance has adapted the production-based 8L90-E
eight-speed automatic transmission for use with the LT1
crate engines. A numerically high 4.56 first gear ratio offers strong
take-off performance while a wide 7.0:1 overall ratio helps enhance
cruising efficiency.
Additional highlights:
• Compatible with 3-pin LT design engines only
• Four gearsets for efficiency
• Five clutches: two brake clutches and three rotating clutches
• Friction-reducing features include synthetic fluid
• Gear ratios: 1st: 4.56, 2nd: 2.97, 3rd: 2.08, 4th: 1.69, 5th: 1.27, 6th:
1.00, 7th: 0.85, 8th: 0.65, reverse: 3.82
• Controller and harness included
• Torque converter included (engine specific)
• Torque rating: 715 lb.-ft.
• Includes cooler line adapter to -6AN fitting
• Includes production-style vent tube
Use with LT1 crate engines P/N 19431953 (3-pin design) and P/N 19433059 LT1 E-ROD; Includes torque converter, controller and harness; Must be used with compatible Chevrolet Performance engine controller.