FTVB -> How do I know if I have it or not?

[DSM Storm]

Hey guys. First off, I wanted to mention that I had bought this truck used from Ford and it was already modded. Its an 01, and it came with a Metco CAI, engine back exhaust, glass hood, a re-tune which ford overwrote, and a 4x4 trans pan. The way I have been working my mods are basically Ill buy a set of mods for performance and then later ill get stuff for safety. A month ago I bought a metco quick interchange 2lb lower. Today I would like to get a moroso pan, change the trans/torque converter fluid and a FTVB.

My question is... how do I know if I have a FTVB? The previous owner obviously changed the trans pan to a 4x4 unit, and I dont know if he changed the VB at the same time. What are the driving characteristics on a fairly stock truck with a FTVB? Some say it will shift real hard to the point it will bark 2nd @ WOT. I've driven mustangs, GM's with shift kits. It definatly doesnt seem as harsh. Whats bothering me is that Ive been putting this off all summer. Any information is appriciated.

Storm

 

[soniclightning]

I put a FTVB on mine when it was bone stock. It wouldn't bark 2nd until after the FTVB install.

 

[TXRickC]

Could be a FTVB, LFP Valve Body, JLP/Level 10 Valve Body, Line Mod valve swap or another.

On the FTVB, greg usually signed his name on it along with the version number. Most likely with a Sharpie marker so not sure if it would still be there once submerged in trans fluid or not.

 

[DSM Storm]

I put a FTVB on mine when it was bone stock. It wouldn't bark 2nd until after the FTVB install.

Thanks for the reply sonic. Im going to order it anyhow.

Storm

 

[Scuba-Matt]

This is what the real McCoy looks like

 

[CHIZ]

call the previous owner :shrug:

 

[DSM Storm]

call the previous owner :shrug:

I would have already done that if I had his information. Dealer wont give it out.

Storm

 

[ACSVT]

If it has a 4x4 pan on it, chances are it has a valve body in it. I am assuming its got the Factory Tech one from Chickenears in it, bc he sells a combo with the 4x4 pan. Which is what I got for my truck.

 

[CHIZ]

I would have already done that if I had his information. Dealer wont give it out.

Storm

that sucks....does carfax release the previous owner's name? I'm guessing not since that would likely be illegal.

chiz

 

[venomous]

buying modded trucks has its' advantages, but these are the few times it kinda blows. As stated previously, if it has the 4x4 pan chances are it MAY have a valve body in it. If it blows the tires off from 1st to second, chances are it has a valve body. Another thing to consider is if the TQ reduction has been turned OFF by the tuner. When I put my 01 L back to stock it was clearly evident that the TQ REDUCTION was back on.

 

[DSM Storm]

buying modded trucks has its' advantages, but these are the few times it kinda blows. As stated previously, if it has the 4x4 pan chances are it MAY have a valve body in it. If it blows the tires off from 1st to second, chances are it has a valve body. Another thing to consider is if the TQ reduction has been turned OFF by the tuner. When I put my 01 L back to stock it was clearly evident that the TQ REDUCTION was back on.

In a way it was nice, I got a couple extra goodies for it when I bought it. The bonus being the bassani exhaust and headers etc...

I dont understand what you mean by turning off the torque reduction? Im assuming this is something to do with the torque converter/transmission program?

Storm