What does hydramatic in a car mean?
automatic transmission
Hydramatic (also known as Hydra-Matic) is an automatic transmission developed by both General Motors’ Cadillac and Oldsmobile divisions. Introduced in 1939 for the 1940 model year vehicles, the Hydramatic was the first mass-produced fully-automatic transmission developed for passenger automobile use.
How many gears does a Hydra-Matic transmission have?
The transmission would have four forward speeds (3.82:1, 2.63:1, 1.45:1, and 1.00:1) plus reverse, with all acceleration provided by gearing; its fluid coupling did not multiply the engine output as a torque converter does.
How does a Hydra-Matic transmission work?
The hydramatic drive does not have a clutch pedal to engage and disengage the transmission system from the engine. The motion of the vehicle is controlled entirely by the accelerator and brake. The hydramatic drive combines a four-speed forward and reverses automatic geared transmission with a fluid flywheel.
How much power can a Turbo 400 handle?
About 400-450 HP/TQ is the limit on the stock TH400. With ONE almost free modification and some minor valve body calibration changes, 800 HP on an otherwise stock TH400 is not a problem if it’s assembled well (good endplay, etc), and the 34 element sprag is a wise addition above 450 HP or any drag usage.
Is TH350 and Turbo 350 the same?
The TH350 transmission was introduced in the 1969 model year as the successor to the GM Powerglide automatic transmission. Jointly developed by Chevy and Buick, it is also referred to as the CBC (Chevrolet-Buick Combined) 350. The Turbo 350 quickly become known for its strength, versatility and compactness.
What colours does the turbopan come in?
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What kind of transmission does a Super Turbine 300 have?
The Super Turbine 300 (abbreviated ST-300) was a two-speed automatic transmission built by General Motors. It was used in various Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models from 1964-1969. It was the same transmission marketed under different brand names by each division including ST-300 by Buick, Jetaway by Olds and simply Automatic by Pontiac.
When did the Buick Super Turbine 300 come out?
The Super Turbine 300 (Jetaway) was introduced for the 1964 model year as a replacement for the earlier Buick Dual-path and Oldsmobile/Pontiac Roto Hydramatic transmissions.