Looking for Stall under $700
02-01-2010, 06:34 PM
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You're best bet is to find what specials are going on right now. I think you can get a really good converter for the money you're looking to spend, or slightly more. If you can't find a good converter for that price, do yourself a favor and save a little longer until you can afford it. A converter is an area you do not want to skimp on. I've run Yank and Circle D and highly recommend either company.
02-01-2010, 07:16 PM
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You're best bet is to find what specials are going on right now. I think you can get a really good converter for the money you're looking to spend, or slightly more. If you can't find a good converter for that price, do yourself a favor and save a little longer until you can afford it. A converter is an area you do not want to skimp on. I've run Yank and Circle D and highly recommend either company.
02-01-2010, 09:22 PM
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My best run with the Circle D so far is 11.70 @ 115.02 with a 1.57 60'. The weather was in the high 60's-low 70's on that run. All other factors were equal as far as car setup goes. Here's the rundown on both slips:
Yank
60'- 1.581
330'- 4.729
1/8- 7.382
MPH- 92.36
1000'- 9.682
1/4- 11.625
MPH- 116.08
Circle D
60'- 1.579
330'- 4.751
1/8- 7.429
MPH- 91.71
1000'- 9.747
1/4- 11.704
MPH- 115.02
This is all on factory Bilstein Level II suspension, stock 10-bolt with 3.23's, front swaybar delete, 1/4 tank of gas, stock 17X9's up front and 16X8's in the back with Hoosier DR's at 18 psi. Approximate race weight is 3650.
As far as daily driveability, the Circle D has a 2.7 STR as compared to the Yank's 2.5. The Circle D is slightly tighter everywhere and drops down to ~5600 between shifts. The Yank dropped to ~5700-5800. The tightness is noticeable as is the difference in shift extension, but otherwise they are surprisingly similar converters. The Circle D lock-up does feel more direct and firm.
Those of you who know me know that I love my loose converters and topend, and the Circle D certainly produces in that department. Once again, very similar to the Yank which means that it's a monster from a roll and up top. After putting about 1000 miles on the converter I can honestly say that I really like it. It's very docile for having such a high stall rating. I probably won't get the chance to run it again since Memphis closed down and I have some plans for the car. But I think it's safe to say that it would have at least matched the Yank with better weather.
I'll always be a Yank fan, but I can now say that I'll always be a Circle D fan as well. Both companies approach the game a little differently, but each will give you a quality product that will certainly put a smile on your face. As soon as I can get back to a track, I'll pass along my new results. But it's great to know that I have converter that leaves a lot of room to grow!
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02-01-2010, 09:30 PM
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I do. My best run with the PT4400 was 11.62 @ 116.08 with a 1.58 60'. The video in my signature was with the PT4400 and was my best 60' with it. The weather was in the low 40's.
My best run with the Circle D so far is 11.70 @ 115.02 with a 1.57 60'. The weather was in the high 60's-low 70's on that run. All other factors were equal as far as car setup goes. Here's the rundown on both slips"
Yank
60'- 1.581
330'- 4.729
1/8- 7.382
MPH- 92.36
1000'- 9.682
1/4- 11.625
MPH- 116.08
Circle D
60'- 1.579
330'- 4.751
1/8- 7.429
MPH- 91.71
1000'- 9.747
1/4- 11.704
MPH- 115.02
This is all on factory Bilstein Level II suspension, stock 10-bolt with 3.23's, front swaybar delete, 1/4 tank of gas, stock 17X9's up front and 16X8's in the back with Hoosier DR's at 18 psi. Approximate race weight is 3650.
As far as daily driveability, the Circle D has a 2.7 STR as compared to the Yank's 2.5. The Circle D is slightly tighter everywhere and drops down to ~5600 between shifts. The Yank dropped to ~5700-5800. The tightness is noticeable as is the difference in shift extension, but otherwise they are surprisingly similar converters. The Circle D lock-up does feel more direct and firm.
Those of you who know me know that I love my loose converters and topend, and the Circle D certainly produces in that department. Once again, very similar to the Yank which means that it's a monster from a roll and up top.
After putting about 1000 miles on the converter I can honestly say that I really like it. It's very docile for having such a high stall rating. I probably won't get the chance to run it again since Memphis closed down and I have some plans for the car. But I think it's safe to say that it would have at least matched the Yank with better weather.
I'll always be a Yank fan, but I can now say that I'll always be a Circle D fan as well. Both companies approach the game a little differently, but each will give you a quality product that will certainly put a smile on your face. As soon as I can get back to a track, I'll pass along my new results. But it's great to know that I have converter that leaves a lot of room to grow!
My best run with the Circle D so far is 11.70 @ 115.02 with a 1.57 60'. The weather was in the high 60's-low 70's on that run. All other factors were equal as far as car setup goes. Here's the rundown on both slips"
Yank
60'- 1.581
330'- 4.729
1/8- 7.382
MPH- 92.36
1000'- 9.682
1/4- 11.625
MPH- 116.08
Circle D
60'- 1.579
330'- 4.751
1/8- 7.429
MPH- 91.71
1000'- 9.747
1/4- 11.704
MPH- 115.02
This is all on factory Bilstein Level II suspension, stock 10-bolt with 3.23's, front swaybar delete, 1/4 tank of gas, stock 17X9's up front and 16X8's in the back with Hoosier DR's at 18 psi. Approximate race weight is 3650.
As far as daily driveability, the Circle D has a 2.7 STR as compared to the Yank's 2.5. The Circle D is slightly tighter everywhere and drops down to ~5600 between shifts. The Yank dropped to ~5700-5800. The tightness is noticeable as is the difference in shift extension, but otherwise they are surprisingly similar converters. The Circle D lock-up does feel more direct and firm.
Those of you who know me know that I love my loose converters and topend, and the Circle D certainly produces in that department. Once again, very similar to the Yank which means that it's a monster from a roll and up top.
After putting about 1000 miles on the converter I can honestly say that I really like it. It's very docile for having such a high stall rating. I probably won't get the chance to run it again since Memphis closed down and I have some plans for the car. But I think it's safe to say that it would have at least matched the Yank with better weather.
I'll always be a Yank fan, but I can now say that I'll always be a Circle D fan as well. Both companies approach the game a little differently, but each will give you a quality product that will certainly put a smile on your face. As soon as I can get back to a track, I'll pass along my new results. But it's great to know that I have converter that leaves a lot of room to grow!
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02-02-2010, 07:26 AM
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Thanks for the post, I know a lot of guys have been asking about your car. It is an amazing setup. I wish we could of had some better weather. Any word on Memphis??
Chris
Chris
I do. My best run with the PT4400 was 11.62 @ 116.08 with a 1.58 60'. The video in my signature was with the PT4400 and was my best 60' with it. The weather was in the low 40's.
My best run with the Circle D so far is 11.70 @ 115.02 with a 1.57 60'. The weather was in the high 60's-low 70's on that run. All other factors were equal as far as car setup goes. Here's the rundown on both slips:
Yank
60'- 1.581
330'- 4.729
1/8- 7.382
MPH- 92.36
1000'- 9.682
1/4- 11.625
MPH- 116.08
Circle D
60'- 1.579
330'- 4.751
1/8- 7.429
MPH- 91.71
1000'- 9.747
1/4- 11.704
MPH- 115.02
This is all on factory Bilstein Level II suspension, stock 10-bolt with 3.23's, front swaybar delete, 1/4 tank of gas, stock 17X9's up front and 16X8's in the back with Hoosier DR's at 18 psi. Approximate race weight is 3650.
As far as daily driveability, the Circle D has a 2.7 STR as compared to the Yank's 2.5. The Circle D is slightly tighter everywhere and drops down to ~5600 between shifts. The Yank dropped to ~5700-5800. The tightness is noticeable as is the difference in shift extension, but otherwise they are surprisingly similar converters. The Circle D lock-up does feel more direct and firm.
Those of you who know me know that I love my loose converters and topend, and the Circle D certainly produces in that department. Once again, very similar to the Yank which means that it's a monster from a roll and up top. After putting about 1000 miles on the converter I can honestly say that I really like it. It's very docile for having such a high stall rating. I probably won't get the chance to run it again since Memphis closed down and I have some plans for the car. But I think it's safe to say that it would have at least matched the Yank with better weather.
I'll always be a Yank fan, but I can now say that I'll always be a Circle D fan as well. Both companies approach the game a little differently, but each will give you a quality product that will certainly put a smile on your face. As soon as I can get back to a track, I'll pass along my new results. But it's great to know that I have converter that leaves a lot of room to grow!
My best run with the Circle D so far is 11.70 @ 115.02 with a 1.57 60'. The weather was in the high 60's-low 70's on that run. All other factors were equal as far as car setup goes. Here's the rundown on both slips:
Yank
60'- 1.581
330'- 4.729
1/8- 7.382
MPH- 92.36
1000'- 9.682
1/4- 11.625
MPH- 116.08
Circle D
60'- 1.579
330'- 4.751
1/8- 7.429
MPH- 91.71
1000'- 9.747
1/4- 11.704
MPH- 115.02
This is all on factory Bilstein Level II suspension, stock 10-bolt with 3.23's, front swaybar delete, 1/4 tank of gas, stock 17X9's up front and 16X8's in the back with Hoosier DR's at 18 psi. Approximate race weight is 3650.
As far as daily driveability, the Circle D has a 2.7 STR as compared to the Yank's 2.5. The Circle D is slightly tighter everywhere and drops down to ~5600 between shifts. The Yank dropped to ~5700-5800. The tightness is noticeable as is the difference in shift extension, but otherwise they are surprisingly similar converters. The Circle D lock-up does feel more direct and firm.
Those of you who know me know that I love my loose converters and topend, and the Circle D certainly produces in that department. Once again, very similar to the Yank which means that it's a monster from a roll and up top. After putting about 1000 miles on the converter I can honestly say that I really like it. It's very docile for having such a high stall rating. I probably won't get the chance to run it again since Memphis closed down and I have some plans for the car. But I think it's safe to say that it would have at least matched the Yank with better weather.
I'll always be a Yank fan, but I can now say that I'll always be a Circle D fan as well. Both companies approach the game a little differently, but each will give you a quality product that will certainly put a smile on your face. As soon as I can get back to a track, I'll pass along my new results. But it's great to know that I have converter that leaves a lot of room to grow!
02-02-2010, 09:55 AM
#11
Regardless, the converter is awesome in every way especially for it's size. Hell it's worth it alone to see jaws drop when I tell folks what it it! I'm confident there's a new PB in there without changing anything but it'll have to be on a different track. I'm anxious to see what it does with more power in front of it
. Thanks again Chris. Anyone thinking about Circle D should just pull the trigger-deal with Chris just once and you'll never look back!
02-02-2010, 10:15 AM
#12
It's a shame you didn't get to run the Circle D converter in comparable weather conditions. There is a big difference in the air between the 2 tests. I'd bet close to a 1000ft DA which would be a full tenth in the 1/4 mile. Your 60fts were better in worse air so it would have been nice to see a closer comparison.
Good report man.
Good report man.
02-02-2010, 12:06 PM
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It's a shame you didn't get to run the Circle D converter in comparable weather conditions. There is a big difference in the air between the 2 tests. I'd bet close to a 1000ft DA which would be a full tenth in the 1/4 mile. Your 60fts were better in worse air so it would have been nice to see a closer comparison.
Good report man.
Good report man.
I'm going to start my own thread so more folks can see this information and I can keep hijacking other threads
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02-03-2010, 06:39 PM
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yank or circleD. stay with those 2. good companies, reputation and products on both sides.
i went with a yank SS3600 and couldnt be happier. it hits like a freight train. and drives like normal. i talked to dave at yank..awesome guy. helped out a lot.
i went with a yank SS3600 and couldnt be happier. it hits like a freight train. and drives like normal. i talked to dave at yank..awesome guy. helped out a lot.
02-03-2010, 06:40 PM
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I highly recommend FTI, give Greg a call. So far I have been the best of 1.49 with 275/40/17 MT's, stock lca's, stock rear shocks, stock torque arm and stock rear sway bar.
02-05-2010, 08:20 PM
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Our converters are on sale as well. Our SRLS series billet 9.5" converters are 695.00 shipped to your door with a 3 year warranty,stickers and a t-shirt. All of our converters are custom built to order and take 1-3 days to ship. Give me a call at 1-866-726-8358
Thanks,
Greg
Thanks,
Greg
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