Automatic mods explanation
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Automatic mods explanation
I have been reading this discussion and have the following questions, if someone could be nice enough to take the time to explain to me...
Changing the torque converter : I understand that this voids the warranty and involves a "change of the fluid coupling", but what does this mean ? Just changing the transmission oil to a different grade ?
Ordering a higher ratio gear on the differential : 2.73 to 3.15 ? I'm assuming I can do this when I place the order for my C5, and it will not void the warranty. Is this a popular choice ? What are the drawbacks ?
What do people mean by changing the "stall" speed ? Relates to the transmission I suppose.
What does "powerload the A4" mean ?
What is a transgo kit ?
I look forward to your explanations. Thanks in advance.
[Modified by jerome, 11:13 AM 7/9/2003]
Changing the torque converter : I understand that this voids the warranty and involves a "change of the fluid coupling", but what does this mean ? Just changing the transmission oil to a different grade ?
Ordering a higher ratio gear on the differential : 2.73 to 3.15 ? I'm assuming I can do this when I place the order for my C5, and it will not void the warranty. Is this a popular choice ? What are the drawbacks ?
What do people mean by changing the "stall" speed ? Relates to the transmission I suppose.
What does "powerload the A4" mean ?
What is a transgo kit ?
I look forward to your explanations. Thanks in advance.
[Modified by jerome, 11:13 AM 7/9/2003]
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Re: Automatic mods explanation (jerome)
Jerome checkout the Yank Converters web site, there is a tremendous amount of info about converters and how they work. "converter.cc"
Going to a numerically higher rear 2.73 to 3.15 will give your car greater acceleration. You can order a 3.15 rear as an option on a new C5 so this would not void your warranty. The down side is your miles per gallon will decrease slightly.
A Trans Go Shift Kit will firm up your shift points (your tranny will shift harder with a shift kit).
I am not sure what you mean when you say Powerload the A4.
[Modified by Mitch C, 2:27 PM 7/9/2003]
Going to a numerically higher rear 2.73 to 3.15 will give your car greater acceleration. You can order a 3.15 rear as an option on a new C5 so this would not void your warranty. The down side is your miles per gallon will decrease slightly.
A Trans Go Shift Kit will firm up your shift points (your tranny will shift harder with a shift kit).
I am not sure what you mean when you say Powerload the A4.
[Modified by Mitch C, 2:27 PM 7/9/2003]
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Thanks Mitch,
The info in the FAQ section helped. :thumbs:
I'm actually waiting for the C6, but I'm now almost sure of getting the automatic (5+ speed should be nice). I will probably go for the higher ratio at the differential as a first step. I don't mind loosing a few mpg. So that was good advice.
After driving manuals for all my life, I find it frustrating to find the best downshift gear when going from "I'm-just-cruising-in-a-high-gear" to "I-need-max-acceleration" to block/pass another car. If I was at a race track I could plan on being in the best gear all the time, but in daily traffic my driving mode can change instantly. So an automatic will probably work best for that.
[Modified by jerome, 3:43 PM 7/9/2003]
The info in the FAQ section helped. :thumbs:
I'm actually waiting for the C6, but I'm now almost sure of getting the automatic (5+ speed should be nice). I will probably go for the higher ratio at the differential as a first step. I don't mind loosing a few mpg. So that was good advice.
After driving manuals for all my life, I find it frustrating to find the best downshift gear when going from "I'm-just-cruising-in-a-high-gear" to "I-need-max-acceleration" to block/pass another car. If I was at a race track I could plan on being in the best gear all the time, but in daily traffic my driving mode can change instantly. So an automatic will probably work best for that.
[Modified by jerome, 3:43 PM 7/9/2003]
