I see a lot of mods in your guys signatures. Most I know of what they do. But others I have an idea, but don't actually know the purpose to them. Here's a list of a couple mods, if you know what they do and the purpose of them please tell.
1. MAF screens?
2. Airfoil?
3. Shift kit?
-how is this different from a stock auto?
4. Higher Stall?
-why is this better for automatic trannies?

I'll post more mods that I'm stumped about, if I find more. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

CL III,

#1. MAF Screens - Unless you have already modified your engine you probably shouldn't do this. The theory is that the screens create a flow restriction (which they do) and that removal will allow more air flow (which it will). However, unless you have a 305 that operates at 6,600 RPM regularly or a 350 that has other modifications that would benefit from increased flow, the risk of damage to the sensor and lack of real benefit makes the modification less attractive.

#2. Air Foil - This is an insert that fits in the front end of the throttle body. The insert creates a smoother air flow through the TB and can aid air flow at high throttle angles.

#3. Shift Kit - This is a redesigned array of valves, springs, and sometimes even an accululator and servo which allows for firmer, more positive shifts. The soft transition from range to range is nearly completely eliminated, and power to the rear wheels is more consistent with less interruption between shift cycles.

#4. Higher Stall torque converter - A torque converter with a higher stall rating allows the engine to reach a higher RPM while the turbine moves at a given speed. This allows the engine to produce (and transmit) more torque to the transmission (and thus, rear wheels) without having to change the rear axle gear ratio. This additional torque at the rear wheels can be great for accelleration if your tires and rear suspension can provide the extra traction.

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1 maf screens removing them gives you better air flow

2 airfoil- a small part that increases air into the throttle bodie of a tpi motor

3 shift kit- firms up the shifts in an auto, makes the gears hit really hard

4 high stall converter- engines make more pwer higher in their rpm range and a higher stall lets your engin rev higher befor the converter engages.

hope this helps

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