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Old Apr 6, 2009 | 11:41 PM
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I have a 99 ss with headers/ y pipe, 3.73 gears, hardened pushrods, dual springs, ms4 cam, stock 10 bolt....going to be driving daily...what size stall should i use??? ive heard anywhere from 3200-5000...i was considering a 3600 would this be good for the street, i dont want something thats going to make me hate driving it...i dont mind it being noticable because i know it will be but i dont want it to be rediculous so its always on the converter....also what brand etc etc. anyone wanna sell me a used one or a new one for cheap.....(300-600$$$) ive read about yank, vigilante, ptc, and tci....theres also some on ebay im unsure of the brand but they are fairly cheap? anyone know anything about the quality of these converters? expert advice please i need to know asap im doing the cam swap next week.
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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 06:44 AM
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Durability is must for torque converters, trying to save a few dollars can cost you thousands when it takes out the transmission. The weakest link is the lock up clutch. Typically if the converter has a billet front and billet lock up piston, it is a strong converter. I would suggest our 3C stall in the Billet Street/Strip Series. The 3C is rated at 3500-3700 and will have very nice street manors with the 3.73 gears. Here is a link to our website with more info. Good luck and PM or call if you have any more questions.

http://www.circledspecialties.com/Co...Pages/LS1.html

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Old Apr 7, 2009 | 09:24 AM
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E bay converter are a Shot in the dark as you do not know what you will recieve.
We have heard of used converters and misbuilds sold as new
Call me for more input on your needs if you like at 775 826 9955 Dave
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thanks but cant afford a brand new one i can only spend probably 500 on a stall, otherwise im going to trade the ms4 off for a smaller cam.. thanks for the input fellas! anyone who reads this and has a stall in the range of 3600-4000 for around 500 let me know!
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