Best quality torque convertor?
06-20-2013, 06:07 PM
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Car: 89 5.7 IROC/95 LT1 Corvette
Engine: All 5.7's
Transmission: 700R4 (Roessler)/ZF6
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt Zexel 3.23's. CTW 17" wheel
Best quality torque convertor?
I need a new lock up convertor for a 700R4 in the 1600 to 1800 range. What are the best brands? I have not heard good things about TCI's convertors but I have no experience with them. My last rebuild came with a reconditioned convertor. I want to go new this time. Thanks for any replies Brothers.
PS, I'm looking at Hughes currently and have sent them an e mail. I just don't think I need a sloppy in efficient convertor in my car. I'm not drag racing it. Thanks
PS, I'm looking at Hughes currently and have sent them an e mail. I just don't think I need a sloppy in efficient convertor in my car. I'm not drag racing it. Thanks
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06-22-2013, 09:26 AM
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Car: 89 5.7 IROC/95 LT1 Corvette
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Transmission: 700R4 (Roessler)/ZF6
Axle/Gears: 10 bolt Zexel 3.23's. CTW 17" wheel
Re: Best quality torque convertor?
Nobody has an opinion? I did a search and didn't find much. I'm thinking of going with a Hughes. Anybody running one?
06-22-2013, 11:17 AM
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Car: 1991 Z28 1LE
Engine: 370CID GenIII
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Re: Best quality torque convertor?
Of the big brands, hughes makes quality stuff. I would go ahead with bigger converter though. when you get to up to cruise and it locks up it isnt gonna matter. Id run 2500-2800....
I had my transmission built, and I went with a custom built 2800stall when I put back in, no complaints here...
I had my transmission built, and I went with a custom built 2800stall when I put back in, no complaints here...
06-22-2013, 12:36 PM
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Car: '91 Camaro Z28
Engine: 383 Vortec HSR
Transmission: Pro-Built 700-R4;Vig 4000 stall
Axle/Gears: Moser M9 9" / 3.89
Re: Best quality torque convertor?
For a stockish application, it will be hard to beat the price of the Hughes, but looking at your mod list, I'd probably start looking towards a Precision Industries Vigilante 2800 stall. They offer a free re-stall within 2 years of original purchase. If you go heavy on the mods later, send it in and get it re-stalled for the price of shipping. I'd recommend adding an aftermarket tranny cooler though if you go that route.
06-26-2013, 05:32 PM
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Axle/Gears: 10 bolt Zexel 3.23's. CTW 17" wheel
Re: Best quality torque convertor?
Why 2800? I need to move the car at low rpm for autocross. Thanks for the replies!
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