Torque Converter
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Heel & Toe
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Torque Converter
I have a 1980 corvette and I am rebuilding the transmission and replacing the torque converter. However, I dont know which converter to buy. My transmission has these #s on it 6260233. I went to my auto parts store and they said there is like 5 different converters. Can any one help me in finding out which converter I need? my engine is a 350 and my transmission is a 3 speed. I added a b&m shift kit to the trany. please help. thanks in advanced.
Burning Brakes
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From: Okinawa Okinawa
Is the 3 speed a TH350 or 400? What are you wanting to do with the car? Normal driving, drag racing?
If you do an advanced search, there is a lot of info on what size converter you may want to use.
If you do an advanced search, there is a lot of info on what size converter you may want to use.
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Heel & Toe
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I want something just to cruse around, but something that is not going to couse any problems. my engine has 330 hp. the transmission is a 3 speed 350 I believe but I am not sure..thats I was asking for help. the original engine on my car was the 305 california car. thanks
Burning Brakes
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From: Okinawa Okinawa
Agree with TimH.
I have a 2000 Hole Shot in mine and it drives great around town. Launches good if I need to but very nice for a weekend cruise.
Make sure you get the right size for your flywheel. I changed my stock to the smaller pattern when I changed my engine to a zz4.
I have a 2000 Hole Shot in mine and it drives great around town. Launches good if I need to but very nice for a weekend cruise.
Make sure you get the right size for your flywheel. I changed my stock to the smaller pattern when I changed my engine to a zz4.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Working on the car NY
I'd suggest you locate a local shop that specializes in auto trannies and talk to them. I'm not talking about your generic "rebuild" shop but a shop that work and has a reputation with hot rodders. You will probably pay a few bucks more but you will get more.