I have a Banks Transcommand module on my 1990 E350 motorhome and really like the firmed up shifts with the Transcommand. Now I am selling that motorhome and planned to put the Transcommand on my newer motorhome, a 1997 Class A with the E4OD also. But when I drive the 1997 it already has firm shifting and so I am thinking the Transcommand is not really needed on the 1997. I know Ford made many improvements on the E4OD between 1990 and 1995 and so my 1997 should be the best of the E4ODs.

So can anybody confirm that the Transcommand is not needed on a 1997 E4OD? I would prefer not installing it (need to buy new wiring harness for $50 too) if it is not going to do anything. Might as well leave it on the 1990 for the next guy to get the benefits.

The Transcommand manual says the only thing the Transcommand controls is the electronic pressure valve to increase clutch pressure. But they seem to aim at smaller vehicles that will be towing. I think Ford must have used heavier clutch pressure in the Class A chassis E4OD.

 

You might want to reset the 'puter on the 97 motor home.
It may have a problem, minor or major with the trans.
Might want to pull the codes too before resetting.
If nothing has been done to it and it has no "box" on it, it should shift as normal.
Maybe a little firmer but not real firm.

Better to clear the 'puter and be sure than to either give the box away and wish you had it later or actually have a prob on the 97.

KO