PML GM 700R4, 4L60, 4L60E Stock Capacity Transmission Pan

Description

Volume: stock capacity compared to stock GM shallow pan

Dimensions: Click here for dimensions.

Number of Bolts: 16

This PML pan fits 700R4, 4L60, and 4L60E transmissions. GM and Chevy use these transmissions in many cars and trucks. This stock capacity pan works well on vehicles with limited clearance, like Corvette and Camaro. The 700R4 is also a popular aftermarket replacement transmission.

PML designed this pan as a stock capacity, heavy duty replacement for the GM shallow pan that came with vehicles model year 1998 and older and a few vehicles, such as Camaro and Firebird up to 2002.

A stock GM shallow pan and a stock GM deep pan are shown in the picture below.

Note the differences in depth and the step at back of the GM Deep Pan. (Click on image to view larger.)

Benefits:

Drain hole and magnetic drain plug for easy fluid changes
Finned for cooling
Only 1/2 inch deeper than stock to maintain ground clearance
Heavy duty sand cast aluminum construction
Machined flat gasket sealing surface
Can optionally be machined for a temperture sending unit

Applications

PML designed this pan as a stock capacity, heavy duty replacement for the GM shallow pan that came with vehicles model year 1998 and older and a few vehicles, such as Camaro and Firebird up to 2002.

A stock GM shallow pan and a stock GM deep pan are shown in the picture below.

Note the differences in depth and the step at back of the GM Deep Pan. (Click on image to view larger.)

Note there are two versions of the stock GM shallow pan. They have the same depth. The older version is primarily found on 700R4 transmissions. This PML pan can replace either style GM shallow pan.

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Generally, here are some examples of vehicles that this PML pan fits:

Astro Van, 1985 to 1998, 2.5 or 4.3 engine
Camaro, 1983 to 1992, 2.8, 5.0 or 5.7 engine (shift cable bracket modification needed)
Camaro, 1993 to 2002 3.4, 3.8, or 5.7 engine
Corvette, 1984 to 1996, 5.7, LT1 or LT4 engine (shift cable bracket modification needed)
Firebird, 1983 to 1992, 2.8, 5.0 or 5.7 engines (shift cable bracket modification needed)
Firebird, 1993 to 2002 3.4, 3.8 or 5.7 engine
Safari Van, 1985 to 1998, 2.5 or 4.3 engine

Always check your vehicle to verify stock pan and clearance. Make sure there is ground clearance and check for the drive shaft, exhaust or frame cross members near or under the stock pan prior to ordering. PML also makes an extra capacity pan for this transmission (see our deep pan or deep pan with step).

If you have a Corvette, PML also makes transmission pans for C5 (PML part number 8650-3) and C6 Corvettes (PML part number 11087) and valve covers with CORVETTE script for small and big block Chevy engines.

Installations

This PML transmission pan has been installed on many Camaro, Corvette, and custom hot rods. Our thanks to those who have emailed us images.

2002 Pontiac Firebird
1997 Camaro
1991 Jeep Wrangler
1985 K10
1972 Nova
1918 Dodge Roadster
Lincoln Hot Rod

2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Installation

Transmission Automotive Technologies (TAT) in Lousiana installed this PML transmssion pan on a 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am 5.7L. TAT rebuilt the 4L60E transmission and added the PML pan. The pan is in the black powder coat finish with brushed fins.

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1997 Camaro Installation

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Image shows this PML transmission pan installed on a 1997 Camaro Z28. The PML pan is in as-cast finish. This view shows the driver's side of the pan. The drain plug is under the shift linkage cable.

1991 Wrangler LS Swap

This PML 700R4, 4L60 stock capacity transmission pan fits great under the skid plate for this 1991 Wrangler with a 5.3 LS Swap.

1991 Jeep Wrangler on the trail 1991 Wrangler in the sand original transmission pan on 1991 Wrangler with an LS engine swap PML pan clears with skid plate PML 700R4, 4L60 pan installed
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1985 K10 Installation

Ulysses installed this transmission pan on a 1985 Chevrolet Silverado K10. The K10 has a 4l60e (early model) transmission married to a New Process 208.

1985 K10 Stock Pan PML Pan Installed PML Pan Drain Transmission Filter
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1972 Nova Installation

Terry installed this PML pan and a PML rear GM 14 bolt rear differential cover on his 1972 Nova. His restoration was still in process when we received these pictures.

1972 Nova restoration in process PML differential cover 14 bolt installed on 1972 Nova PML 700 R4 transmission pan installed on 1972 Nova
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1918 Dodge Roadster Installation

1918 Dodge Brothers Roadster shown at the Grand Nationals in January 2011 with this PML 700R4 pan. Richard, the owner, from California, kindly allowed us to take pictures.

Second picture is a close-up of the transmission pan in mirror under the car.
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Lincoln Hot Rod

Brauns Motorsports restored this classic Lincoln. The Lincoln has an LS engine with a 4L60E transmission. The transmission required the newer model filter while the PML pan requires the older model filter but Chris Braun made the new model filter work with this pan.

Lincoln Hot Rod PML pan installed Undercarriage
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Specifications

Optional Temperature Sending Unit Machining

Optionally, PML can drill and tap a 1/8 NPT hole for a temperature sending unit. This would be for an aftermarket temperature gage. There is a custom machining charge.

There is a location on the passenger/right side of the pan for this purpose. Select the option before adding pan to cart. A plug for the hole is included.

The standard size is 1/8 NPT. Check your aftermarket gage to verify the thread specifications for the sending unit before ordering. Call or email if you need a different size.

Filter Information

PML designed this pan to work with the 700R4, 4L60 and 4L60E filters that fit the stock GM shallow pan. Please see our Filter Guide for PML Part Number 9297.

Shift Cable Mounting Bracket

You may have to modify your shift cable mounting bracket to use this pan. If the trans pan mounting bolts hold the shift cable bracket on, please reference this article from Vette magazine for details.

Gasket

PML recommends a cork or cork composite gasket for use with our GM 700R4, 4L60 transmission pans. Any brand of cork/cork composite gasket is good as long as it is about 0.100 inch thick.

Here is an example of one from Mahle, available at RockAuto.com. The Mahle part number is W39365.
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