va240dude wrote:I've heard s15 trannys don't hold up to abuse like the s13, s14s....not based on my personal experience but know a guy with a higher hp application who went through 3 S15 trannys pretty quick, then switched to an s13 and has had no problems since
It is bc the S15 transmission fits 6 gear plates into the same space as the S13/14 transmission fits 5 gears. I know that Broadfield runs the S15 trans on his S15 motor and used to make 400+ whp on a GT2871, and has since upgraded to a top-mount GT30. I believe he is still running the S15 trans. With that said, I know most shops/people recommend using a Z32 trans for those kind of numbers, esp. for drag.