It is not uncommon for over the top, 1000+ HP cars to enjoy the benefits of OD to make street driving a joy- even on the highway- drive it to the track, maybe change the rear tires, and then blast down the 1/4 mile with no concerns of breakage- with or without optional trans-brake. That is no longer the case, as AODs with hardened one-piece input shafts and other features, like the OD Delete valve body, allow us to build an AOD to safely handle 1500 HP.
It was not long ago that if you made big horsepower, it was out of the question to expect an overdrive transmission that would hold up. The AOD replaced many of Ford's older transmissions such as the C4, C5, and light duty applications of the FMX. The gearset design is based on the Ford 'X' automatic transmissions used during the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. The most important part of an AOD conversion is the installation of the throttle-valve (TV) linkage. Introduced in 1980, it was Ford's first four-speed automatic overdrive transmission. Level 4 AOD units sell for 3,995 and Gearstars custom-built converters are available separately on the website in addition to many other transmission options for Chrysler, Ford and GM. The AOD (for automatic overdrive) is a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. The gearset design is based on the Ford 'X' automatic transmissions used during the 1950s, 60s and 70s. Introduced in 1980, it was Ford's first four-speed automatic overdrive transmission. AOD The AOD (for automatic overdrive) is a four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive. Our JEGS AOD transmissions for 1980-1993 Ford 289, 302, 351W, and 351C V8 Engines offer you optimal performance, pricing, and longevity. Allstar ALL69130 AOD Locking Transmission Dipstick. Purchase the best aftermarket Ford AOD transmission at JEGS High Performance. AOD Transmission Detent/TV Cable compatible with Ford Truck and SUV.
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