What would be the best torque converter for my car?
04-12-2003, 08:41 AM
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Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
Engine: 5.7L
Transmission: Automatic 4 speeds
Axle/Gears: 2.77
What would be the best torque converter for my car?
I have a canadian 1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA, 305 TPI with a 700 R4 transmission. I have absolutely no modifications... Wich one would give me the best results? I heard you should install a torque converter that is 500-700RPM less than the peak of your car. So If my car have his maximum torque @ 2800RPM, I should install a 2100RPM torque converter? Is that right? What will be difference? I mean will my 0-100km/h be faster, my 1/4 times etc etc...? And by how much approximately? Is there some draw back (except for the fuel hehe...) Thanks a lot!
04-12-2003, 08:44 AM
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Car: 1988 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
Engine: 5.7L
Transmission: Automatic 4 speeds
Axle/Gears: 2.77
I forgot to tell you that it's my everyday car too... Hope I will get some usefull info. I will use another when winter comes but right now it's my only car for a couple of months.
04-13-2003, 12:59 AM
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Going with a tight 2,400 rpm stall 9.5'' torque converter (A.C.T., or Vigilante are good ones), this will give you the most gain with the least (if any) side effects.
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