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Old 03-11-2005, 04:44 PM
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When you install a converter do the better et time come from being able to cut better 60' times or do they just make the car that much faster?

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Old 03-11-2005, 05:31 PM
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Doesnt change your horsepower at all,

Just changes how it is used.

Yes it will improve your 60' foot times, which will help your over all, 1/4 mile time.

As much as .3-.7
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Ok but will you notice a difference if your already driving and go will it feel like it pulls harder?
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yes, shift extension is improved greatly. example: at WOT when my car shifts, my extension is 5000 rpms's (rpms dont go below 5000).
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Just got a converter and it is so bad *** a 3400 stall
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Get one, you will not regret it. TCI SSF3500 just installed this week-end. WOW is all I can say.
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Originally Posted by Spurtle
Get one, you will not regret it. TCI SSF3500 just installed this week-end. WOW is all I can say.
I went with a TCI 3,200 with a 2.2 str and would never look back. I also wasn't sure if I should get a stall or not. What the hell was I thinking.

The only way you wouldn't want to get one is if you dont like to smile. Every time I nail my throttle it puts a grin from ear to ear.
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My turn .... LOL

Originally Posted by 1 BLOWN V8
The only way you wouldn't want to get one is if you dont like to smile. Every time I nail my throttle it puts a grin from ear to ear.
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If going sideways and scaring your girlfriend makes your day, you can't go wrong
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Originally Posted by ShadowLightCSU
If going sideways and scaring your girlfriend makes your day, you can't go wrong
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