TCI parts vs. 1-2 Accum change

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From the www.tciauto.com web site, "New Products":

AODE/4R70W Trans-Scat® Valve Body Kit

"Face the hard facts: heavy-duty transmissions have a tough job. But the simple fact is they don’t have to shift hard to get the job done. TCI®’s new 436001 Ford AODE/4R70W Trans-Scat® Valve Body Kit helps owners custom tailor their transmission shift firmness by offering three adjustment settings. As an added benefit, the kit includes a larger overdrive servo to increase the life of the overdrive band and an improved 2-3 shift accumulator to enhance shift quality and reduce internal fluid leakage.

The TCI® Trans-Scat® Valve Body Kit creates positive shifting transmission action which results in less slip and reduced heat build-up. Less heat build-up increases the longevity of the transmission. TCI®’s AODE/4R70W Trans-Scat® Valve Body Kit also includes a special locking system for the intermediate roller clutch along with several upgrade suggestions which can be incorporated during the transmission overhaul. The TCI® Ford AODE/4R70W Trans-Scat® Valve Body Kit fits a wide range of applications from cars to trucks."

My question is, is this better / worse / no different than the 1-2 accumulator change trick? I wanted to do the 1-2, haven't gotten to it yet, then I saw this. I'd like a knowledgable opinion, and I know y'all won't disappoint me!!!

Thanks in advance.....
 
RE: TCI parts vs. 1-2 Accum change

that sounds like you have to pull apart the tranny to implement everything in their kit. And it sounds like you'd need a 1-2 accumulator in addition to the parts they give you.

Read the tranny articles over on tccoa. some of the stuff they're talking about are already implemented on newer tranmissions.
 
RE: TCI parts vs. 1-2 Accum change

The 1-2 accumulator and 2-3 accumulator are not in the valve body but in the case.

I would need to see the specifics of the changes in the TCI valve body, but I'm skeptical if it's much different than a typical shift kit or a J-mod for that matter. The Baumann shift kit includes springs, spacers and a revised shuttle valve internal of the valve body as well. I have also read tales recommending not to R&R the OD servo.
 
RE: TCI parts vs. 1-2 Accum change

Yes, if your not careful while doing an R&R on the OD servo, you could loose parts. Sounds like more of a bandaid than a fix to me.
 
RE: TCI parts vs. 1-2 Accum change

See -- this is why you guys are the GREATEST!!!!!

Thanks again. You've helped immensly with my research.
 
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