torque convertor
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Safety Car
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From: Jennings LA
torque convertor
who makes a good stall torque convertor for a lock up turbo 350. I am tired of putting it in neutral or holding the pedals to idle, plus I think it will put a little more fun in the driving. it is 1981 with a 383 and 292/500 lift cam stock rear gears. i was thinking about a 2500-3000 stall
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From: Marshalltown Iowa
When I did mine, the tranny shop recommended that a TH350 be installed as the selection of converters was greater. As I recall they only dinged me $350 for a rebuilt tranny with a transgo shift kit and hardened sprag. I bought a TCI stall from Summit Racing. You should contact TCI for more insight on your options.
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From: Taylor Michigan
If your switching feet between the gas and brake pedals to keep it runnibg in gear, you definately need a good converter. TCI and B&M are a couple of the more popular converters. 2800-3000 stall and a nice respectable idle at around 800 with a solid lifter cam will bring back the joy of an automatic. A little creap in gear is easily handled with light brake pressure. 
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Safety Car
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From: Jennings LA
limited selection
I already went through this trans, shift kit added already. the selection is limited what about hughes? anyone used theirs before?
http://store.summitracing.com/defaul...=egnsearch.asp
Eric, I am also an ASE master tech. you almost have to be to drive a C3
Mark
http://store.summitracing.com/defaul...=egnsearch.asp
Eric, I am also an ASE master tech. you almost have to be to drive a C3
Mark
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From: Taylor Michigan
Originally Posted by gator79
Ironcross please explain your comment
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From: West Central Florida
I would go with a B&M myself. I have destroyed many other brands with my 452ci mopar. If your having problems finding one its because of the LOCK-UP. Its made to lock the trans and converter at highway speeds for better fuel mileage. performance torque converters usually dont come with a lock-up function because of the intended use of the converter.
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