Trans choices

[grumpy]

Been looking at transmissions for a while. The choices are mind boggling. Lets just say I want a trans that can cruise on the highway and get along with the 3.73's out back. The 700R4 is looking pretty good. Then I see the prices on them when rated up to 550-600 ft lbs. Its pushing 3 grand. The gearstar IV502 700R4 would fit the bill but at the high end of my budget. Any suggestions ?