4r44/55e
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4r44/55e
Gentlemen,
I dug-up a copy of an "Oasis Result" (report) on my Ranger from a few years back, and it lists (refers to) my tranny exactly as mentioned in my subject line above ("4R44/55E") - my understanding was that one either had (Ford built one or the other) a "4R44E" OR a "5R55E".
Is there such an animal as a "4R55(E)" (?) - and if so, what's the difference `tween that and the 4R44(E)??
Also, could anyone venture a guess (come on, take a shot!) at the approximate WEIGHT (in LBS) of a typical/average axle in say, an F150? Had one break my leg `bout 7 months ago and just wondering - WHAT THE HELL HIT ME!!!
Thanks gents!
Glenn ...
I dug-up a copy of an "Oasis Result" (report) on my Ranger from a few years back, and it lists (refers to) my tranny exactly as mentioned in my subject line above ("4R44/55E") - my understanding was that one either had (Ford built one or the other) a "4R44E" OR a "5R55E".
Is there such an animal as a "4R55(E)" (?) - and if so, what's the difference `tween that and the 4R44(E)??
Also, could anyone venture a guess (come on, take a shot!) at the approximate WEIGHT (in LBS) of a typical/average axle in say, an F150? Had one break my leg `bout 7 months ago and just wondering - WHAT THE HELL HIT ME!!!
Thanks gents!
Glenn ...
Last edited by TOUGHLover; May 2, 2007 at 09:04 PM. Reason: clarification
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i dont think there is a 4r55e
the 4 is the model and the 55e is a 5 speed. mine is a 4r44e with 4 speeds and ill bet money that is what yours is as well. what problems are you having because i think i can help you get some really firm shifts
Matt
the 4 is the model and the 55e is a 5 speed. mine is a 4r44e with 4 speeds and ill bet money that is what yours is as well. what problems are you having because i think i can help you get some really firm shifts
Matt
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Hey man - thanks.
The way it was explained here to me a few years back was:
4 = "Four" Forward gears
R = "Reverse"
4 = ?
4 = ?
E = "Electronic" ........ no one was really ever able back then to explain the middle digits/numbers "44" or "55".
Ford themselves actually mention three trannies in this category: 4R44E, 4R55E, and of course, 5R55E. As well, my trans shop today (I noticed upon picking-up the truck) had listed my trans as "4R55E" on my receipt.
I'm not having any real problems - just concerned that I will soon (will turn 150K tomorrow) as many other guys seem to have trouble with this family of trannies (and the trans shop owner & his mechanic both didn't speak too awfully highly of the design/build).
I would like to know however what info./advice you have (re: "firm shifts & anything else!) - please!
Thanks,
Glenn ...
The way it was explained here to me a few years back was:
4 = "Four" Forward gears
R = "Reverse"
4 = ?
4 = ?
E = "Electronic" ........ no one was really ever able back then to explain the middle digits/numbers "44" or "55".
Ford themselves actually mention three trannies in this category: 4R44E, 4R55E, and of course, 5R55E. As well, my trans shop today (I noticed upon picking-up the truck) had listed my trans as "4R55E" on my receipt.
I'm not having any real problems - just concerned that I will soon (will turn 150K tomorrow) as many other guys seem to have trouble with this family of trannies (and the trans shop owner & his mechanic both didn't speak too awfully highly of the design/build).
I would like to know however what info./advice you have (re: "firm shifts & anything else!) - please!
Thanks,
Glenn ...
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Ford's modern tranny coding is as follows.
First number is the # of operating speeds.
R is "rear wheel drive" for the direction the power is transmitted (4x4 or not). I believe X is for a front wheel drive tranny, but I'm only really familiar with trucks.
Next two (or three in the case of the 4R100 and 5R110) is the rating of the tranny in foot lbs with a multiplier of x10. After torque multiplication of the TC! You can't put 700 ft/lbs into a 4R70w for example.
Finally the E for electronic, which is kinda redundant if you ask me, all these cases with this labeling are computer controlled.
The other exception is the w in 4R70w obviously which was to denote a wide spaced gearset over it's otherwise twin brother the AODE.
Adrianspeeder
First number is the # of operating speeds.
R is "rear wheel drive" for the direction the power is transmitted (4x4 or not). I believe X is for a front wheel drive tranny, but I'm only really familiar with trucks.
Next two (or three in the case of the 4R100 and 5R110) is the rating of the tranny in foot lbs with a multiplier of x10. After torque multiplication of the TC! You can't put 700 ft/lbs into a 4R70w for example.
Finally the E for electronic, which is kinda redundant if you ask me, all these cases with this labeling are computer controlled.
The other exception is the w in 4R70w obviously which was to denote a wide spaced gearset over it's otherwise twin brother the AODE.
Adrianspeeder
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