Shifter alternatives?

[Michael henzel]

I am wondering if anyone is using an aftermarket ratchet shifter? Any suggestions for an alternative to the garbage stock shifters.
I am looking for something that looks some what stock and with no mods to the console.
Last question-can the 7004r trans be used in the TTA. I think there was a reason they had to use the 2004r? Thanks.

 

[TexasT]

The drivetrain was already epa certified with the engine and 2004r. No good reason to use the 700r4 that doesn't bolt up to the Buick block. 2004r is a better trans than the 700r4/4l60e anyway.

 

[jarredsoon]

If you are going to put any power to the 2004r transmission I suggest getting an expert to beef it up or buy a crate trans from Dave hussik or Lonnie Diers.
I had local guys do my trans 3 or 4 times before I realized you need a specialist in this trans to get it done right. I have since bought 3 transmissions from Extreme Automatics and put them to the test and they have never let me down. Can't say enough for a reliable transmission.