4L80 not electronically controlled ???

I know Tom has one, but I forget how his is controlled.

I've heard from Jake and Tom IIRC that 4L80's can be reverted back to a non
electronically controlled Transmission. But I heard it's not as good obviously as
with a computer, but if it's sufficient, that's good enough. I'd like to know if this
is a bad way to go, AND if I can reconvert it BACK to electronics later if I go with
a Gen IV motor eventually down the road without it costing a small fortune.

This precludes my concern about wasting money on a 2004R now,
and going to a 4L80e later. Just curious.....any input is appreciated.

I found this, but it looks like every electronic controller is ~$750+ which is insane.
So I guess I need more info on going to a full manual valve body.

http://www.mez.co.uk/4l80e.html

 

I think Auto/Manual valve body seems better but not sure if that's available.

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=70640

Otherwise full manual I'd need a different shifter I think....

 

I looked that up and going with a controller is crazy. ~$750+ in the cases outlined.

For that kind of investment I can do a 6 speed manual.
I'm starting to remember the roadblocks in $$$ I hit late last season.

Bell adaptor for BOP ~$500......I'm kinda wishing everything wasn't so damn expensive.

 

I really don't think I'd mind it, however after rechecking prices, I forgot how expensive it can be.
4L80e With a controller we're talking I can do a T56 install probably with all the mods it requires.
So I'm back to square 1......the only inexpensive option is the 2004R and I just don't want to go that route.

So I have to sit on it until more money builds up again.
I'm just doing the rear end this year. That's enough to keep me happy I'm sure.

 

Why ??

Because I went down this road before. I bought the Stage II 700R4 and a year
later sold it to Matts 73z with my newly built 350. I just think if I do it, I'm going
to end up changing my mind on the Engine later anyways.

So I'm better off sitting on it.

I have zero doubts Jake's tranny's are great. He's the one who guided me in the right direction 7 years ago so I've trusted him since, and if I DO go the Auto trans route, it's going to be from him exclusively. I just can't make up my mind on what I want to invest in just yet. Spending $3,000 on a trans......I can swap the Gen IV complete drivetrain in for just a teeny bit more.....so that's where I'm stuck at.

I know myself too well.....I'm going to get the itch to pull that engine .....I know it.