Please help me choose size and brand stall converter
05-18-2012, 10:40 AM
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Nice, see I have also read a 3600 stall will not always act idential across the board given MFG's. either. Something about another value that alot of people overlook when picking a stall, I believe it was referred to as the TRT or TTR or something like that. Someone correct me if I'm wrong.
Again, I'm not an expert by any means. Just trying to answer question based on my interpretation of what I've read.
05-18-2012, 10:43 AM
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Are you talking about STR? I'm no converter expert, but the way I understand it is that the higher the STR, the harder the converter will apply power to the wheels. The converter I got has an STR of either 1.9 or 2.0, I don't remember exactly. The other Yanks are 2.1 and higher. The higher the STR, the harder it hits the tires when you stomp it. As I understand it, the higher STR also translates to a bit of a looser feel in normal driving, meaning you have to give it more gas to get the same momentum going.
Again, I'm not an expert by any means. Just trying to answer question based on my interpretation of what I've read.
Again, I'm not an expert by any means. Just trying to answer question based on my interpretation of what I've read.
05-18-2012, 10:49 AM
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Yea, thats what I was referring to. I'm new to auto stuff & when I was reading up on converters I noticed this. I used to just think everyones 3200 stall was the same no matter the MFG. But I have learned that a converter can be a little tricky to pick out to ensure you get exactly what your car & engine combo needs power/weight/performance wise.
05-18-2012, 10:54 AM
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I had a Vigilante 2800 that I cracked after @ a year of DD and a few heavy street uses. I went with a Circle D 3600 that I like a much better. They are great to deal with and can answer any questions you have. I will be using them again if I ever need another one.
05-29-2012, 09:43 AM
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With a mostly stock setup I find it hard to believe that a different torque converter would do much to help you out. At best, the car will act more sluggish in around town driving and when you go for a hard launch it amy 'feel' faster when you get that kick at the higher RPMs, but you may not actually BE faster. Coupled with the age of the vehicle and the lack of mods I would not touch it at all. It is already optimized, unless you are planning some significant mods....
05-29-2012, 12:03 PM
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With a mostly stock setup I find it hard to believe that a different torque converter would do much to help you out. At best, the car will act more sluggish in around town driving and when you go for a hard launch it amy 'feel' faster when you get that kick at the higher RPMs, but you may not actually BE faster. Coupled with the age of the vehicle and the lack of mods I would not touch it at all. It is already optimized, unless you are planning some significant mods....
05-29-2012, 12:46 PM
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With a mostly stock setup I find it hard to believe that a different torque converter would do much to help you out. At best, the car will act more sluggish in around town driving and when you go for a hard launch it amy 'feel' faster when you get that kick at the higher RPMs, but you may not actually BE faster. Coupled with the age of the vehicle and the lack of mods I would not touch it at all. It is already optimized, unless you are planning some significant mods....
05-29-2012, 02:12 PM
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With a mostly stock setup I find it hard to believe that a different torque converter would do much to help you out. At best, the car will act more sluggish in around town driving and when you go for a hard launch it amy 'feel' faster when you get that kick at the higher RPMs, but you may not actually BE faster. Coupled with the age of the vehicle and the lack of mods I would not touch it at all. It is already optimized, unless you are planning some significant mods....
You really need to do more research before you make any more statements like this.
06-04-2012, 06:23 PM
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After making my first run this weekend 14.10 @97, Im pretty sure my next move is to do stall converter. After reading this, peoples opinions are so all over the place from leave it alone to 3600...I'm leaning towards the 2400-2800 but Im worried that I'll get that sluggish feel at lights and around town. Thaanks for the advice everybody and please keep the comments coming.
06-04-2012, 06:36 PM
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After making my first run this weekend 14.10 @97, Im pretty sure my next move is to do stall converter. After reading this, peoples opinions are so all over the place from leave it alone to 3600...I'm leaning towards the 2400-2800 but Im worried that I'll get that sluggish feel at lights and around town. Thaanks for the advice everybody and please keep the comments coming.
06-05-2012, 07:27 PM
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So I'm leaning towards getting this REVMAX 3300
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-4L60E-LT-...bcfce5&vxp=mtr
I've been reading alot on these converters and I dont really see many bad reviews..I normally wouldnt go buy something cheap on ebay, but figuring I'm basically going to remain stock or at least stay around 300 horsepower, I think this would hold up fine for me....I'm curious how loose this converter would be in traffic. I'm still trying to figure this part of it out.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GM-4L60E-LT-...bcfce5&vxp=mtr
I've been reading alot on these converters and I dont really see many bad reviews..I normally wouldnt go buy something cheap on ebay, but figuring I'm basically going to remain stock or at least stay around 300 horsepower, I think this would hold up fine for me....I'm curious how loose this converter would be in traffic. I'm still trying to figure this part of it out.
