What's the quart capacity of a "dry" (rebuilt) T400 trans? I warned you, it's pretty boring. Thanks, -r
[ QUOTE ] Does this include a dry converter? If so, i think that it's about 13 or 14 quarts... [/ QUOTE ] I think you mean 13 or 14 PINTS
According to my 1984 Motors manual it says 7 qts for a dry transmission and converter. I don't know if they changed them over the years, but that is what is listed for all the years covered (1977-1984) and all the brands, Caddy, Chevrolet, etc.
[ QUOTE ] According to my 1984 Motors manual it says 7 qts for a dry transmission and converter. I don't know if they changed them over the years, but that is what is listed for all the years covered (1977-1984) and all the brands, Caddy, Chevrolet, etc. [/ QUOTE ] Thats about right. There are some minor diferences in pans, but I've seen one take more than 8. Remember to fill the converter before you put it together.
[ QUOTE ] According to my 1984 Motors manual it says 7 qts for a dry transmission and converter. I don't know if they changed them over the years, but that is what is listed for all the years covered (1977-1984) and all the brands, Caddy, Chevrolet, etc. [/ QUOTE ] One quart is two pints. So 14 pints is 7 quarts,
A short pan T-400 with a 13 inch diameter converter? I'd have a case of 12 quarts around to fill the tranny. Keep the level of fluid down near the "add" mark when cold.
It takes 10 quarts to fill a dry 13" converter and a TH400 trans, roughly 5 for the converter and 5 for the trans. Just pour a quart into the converter to prime it. If you try to fill it you'll end up with a couple of quarts on your floor when you try to install it on the trans, the converter will fill up all the way when you start up the engine. Top off the fluid most of the way after starting, then top off completely when the trans is hot after driving it. Definitely buy a case of fluid.
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