Stall Converter
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Burning Brakes
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Stall Converter
I have been told to put a 2200 stall converter in my 79 L 82 turbo 350 auto because of the engine build they are doing. I thought these transmissions came with a 2000 stall converter already. Is there a way to tell by something on the converter itself? Numbers are anything?
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I'm not sure of the part number off the top of my head, but the later model L-82s definately had a looser converter than the L-48s due to the camshaft. If it were me, I would leave it for now and see how it drives. You can always drop the trans and install a different converter later. BTW, what cam are you going to be using that needs a looser converter?
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Burning Brakes
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Originally Posted by Scott Marzahl
I'm not sure of the part number off the top of my head, but the later model L-82s definately had a looser converter than the L-48s due to the camshaft. If it were me, I would leave it for now and see how it drives. You can always drop the trans and install a different converter later. BTW, what cam are you going to be using that needs a looser converter?
Le Mans Master
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That camn sounds a bit large if you are trying to achieve low end torque at 1,500 RPM. IMHO..You might as well stick with the L-82 cam and advance it 4-6 degrees..Jackson, what do you think?
