New AOD to install and set up - ? about shifting

[69Mach!]

I just ordered a new AOD Street Smart Package to the tune of 2 grand

Performance Automatic PASS53103 - Performance Automatic Street Smart Transmission Systems - Overview - SummitRacing.com

I need to make sure I get it set up right. It came with a stall converter (2200-2400) and I think it’s going to be just right for my plans for the car as an occasional “driver/cruiser”. It also came with a pressure gauge that is apparently used by a “qualified technician” to set the pressure, so I assume that means after I bolt it up, I’ll have to trailer it to the transmission shop and get it set up.

But I am really concerned about shifting. They say it will work with the stock shifter but how does it shift to the 4th gear…and when?

And I still need to replace the 3rd member with 3.50 or 3.70 gears and Tru Trac…have not decided which ratio will be best. According to this site

Randy's Ring & Pinion. RPM Calculator.

3.70’s will put me at 2000 rpm at 60 mph.

Appreciate any input from someone who has experience running an AOD in their vintage mustang.

 

[knuckl-head]

Click Click Racing Forums this the web site you need. So much info.

 

[calpolymustang]

i went with a B&M shifter, lokar kickdown cable, and stock converter with lockup overdrive.

the shifter may be called a hammer shifter, but its the one with a leather boot. it was either going to be $150 to adapt the stock shifter, or $250 for the hammer shifter.

the kickdown was adjusted by the trans shop

i hate the stock converter. your 2200-2400 is what I want. does it have lockup for OD? what brand/model is it?

i cruise at 2300-2600 on the freeway (65-75mph) with 245/50R15s and 4.11 gears