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Old Jun 2, 2006 | 04:26 PM
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From: Fayetteville NC
Car: 83 camaro z/28
Engine: small block 350
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: stock (for now)
Converter lock-up

what exactly does the converter lockup do ??? i know i removed mine and i killed the computer in the car so im goin to opt for the lockup kit for a 700 R4 from jegs. but i think if i better understand what it does ill be a little better off
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Old Jun 2, 2006 | 04:32 PM
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Car: 85 Trans Am
Engine: 350 (CCC QJet)
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.08 9 bolt
mechanical coupling of the convertor.

Better mileage, lower temps.
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Old Jun 2, 2006 | 06:07 PM
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Car: 89 Firebird
Engine: 406 CI
Transmission: Pete K 700R4
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Locks the gut together so the converter turns 1:1 with no internal slippage. Less heat made and better milage.
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