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Old 02-16-2008, 01:50 AM
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There is negative feedback on just about every TC out there but one , the Vig ,is it that they are just that damn awesome or am I just not hearing it. Price really isnt important if it comes with the peace of mine of having the best TC on the market.
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Do a search on Vig and Yank. They are the two best hands down. Can't go wrong with either brand of TC.
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We have had much better success with Vigilante converters and high horse powered cars when using 4L60E and 4L80E transmissions, than with any other brand of torque converter.
The Vigilante is our brand of choice, as we have driven through too many other brands on our dyno. Bob
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I used to run Yank. Now I run a 3 disc Vig.
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Originally Posted by mtperformance
There is negative feedback on just about every TC out there but one , the Vig ,is it that they are just that damn awesome or am I just not hearing it. Price really isnt important if it comes with the peace of mine of having the best TC on the market.
Vigilante torque converters are at the top of the market. the guys who want the most performance, and reliability usually go with either a Vigliante, or a Yank.

both are great converters - some people have better results with the Vig, others have better results with the Yank.

regardless you'll have great performance and reliability with either of the two. we have the best prices on Vig converters, and offer free shipping on top of that. so if you want to go with a vigilante TC then check our site.

www.speedinc.com

give me a call and we can talk further as to what's best for you application if you want.
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I've had three Yanks and they've all been top-notch, but you can't go wrong with either. One thing that Yank has going for them is they just introduced a 3-year warranty. Can't beat that!
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im going with a vigilante 3200!!
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We build a very stout converter for the LS1's, A lot of custom billet pieces. We are new to LS1Tech, but check us out.

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Vig converters preferred here as well. I have many customers running all of the different brands. All I will say is do not go cheap on a converter. The yanks and the vig are of the better ones on the market for sure. Vince
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Free shipping is nice, especially without jacking the prices up.

Read the article a few posts down, it shows the difference in converters that are cheaper and more expensive.
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I think all of you made the point that maxium satisfaction will be had if I go with the Vigilante ,but where do I get one?
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I've read this form regularly for 4+ years, and reports of problems with Vigs on here are rare to non-existent. Less than any other brand.
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speed inc has the best price and free shipping on vigs.....they are a sponsor on here.
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I have had both. I was running a Yank 3200 and wanted more stall. So I bought a Vig 3600. The Vig is a rocket but they are very loose. The Yanks seems to be more drivable than the Vig. After 10 days of a Vig, I put it up for sale and ordered another Yank.

Just depends what you want.

You wont find the dealers pushing Yank anymore because they only sell direct now.
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I have been a distributor for Precision Industries for 11 years, and I can count on one hand how many problems I have had with the Vigilante. I wish 4L60E's could be made that bullet proof.
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I bought my Vig 3200 used from a buddy who's running a 393CI LS2, he was putting over 430rwhp down (very mild cam) through this converter unlocked on a 12bolt, and he "upgraded" to a larger PT4000 Yank.

He's gone through several transmissions, I had the Vig sent out and cut open/cleaned, and I have had as many problems with it as he did. None.
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Originally Posted by Bryan @ Speed Inc.
Vigilante torque converters are at the top of the market. the guys who want the most performance, and reliability usually go with either a Vigliante, or a Yank.

both are great converters - some people have better results with the Vig, others have better results with the Yank.

regardless you'll have great performance and reliability with either of the two. we have the best prices on Vig converters, and offer free shipping on top of that. so if you want to go with a vigilante TC then check our site.

www.speedinc.com

give me a call and we can talk further as to what's best for you application if you want.
Do you guys have them for the LT 4l60E (94)
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i got mine directly thru vigilante or the real company name is precision industries
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yeah I am all Vig. +1
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I'm a huge fan of the smaller Vig convertors. I ran a somewhat odd combo several years ago in a '98 Formula, I ran a T1 cam with stock manifolds and bolt-ons and a Vig 2800. That little Vig 2800 cut two 1.64 short times and a 1.65 for me on 26 x 11.5 x 16" ET streets. That was with stock 3.23s @ 3430 lb race weight. I did eventually upgrade to the Yank 4200 pt which hit hard from a stop and from a roll but was much looser. I also struggled to get the car to hook on a stocking suspension. For all out performance, I'd opt for a larger Yank. If its a true street car thats going to see a lot of street mileages and drivability/reliability is a must, I think a Vig 2800 is a great choice.



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