TC driveability
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TC driveability I will be purchasing a new TC soon but wanted to know how they effect drivability first. I know how they work but I don't want the tires to be squealing everytime I step on the gas in traffic. I think that's rude and makes you look like an ***. It should be saved for the track. So when I change from the factory converter will I have problems with this? Looking at around 3800, 2.0-2.5 str. I also have N2O but that shouldn't matter for regular civilized street driving. Any input would be appreciated since I need to make sure before I buy one.
With normal griving, the car will not be squealing the tires at all. If anything, the car may feel a little sluggish almost like the tranny is slipping. It's only when you go WOT that you will need to hold on. I have Yank ST3500s, 2.5 STR in both of my cars and after about a week of driving with the 3500s, you won't hardly notice it. A 3800 will feel just slightly looser.
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Higher stalling converters DO NOT make you spin the tires unwillingly. They don't even make taking off abrupt...in fact, it's quite the opposite. They make starting off under normal daily driving conditions feel "squishier", for lack of vetter words.
For a first time converter buyer I normally recommend a TCI 3500 (THE BEST bang for your buck in the converter world, IMO) or a Yank SS3600-3800. The SS3600 would be EXCELLENT for someone who wants good performance but is very concerned with reliability. However, most people are happier with an SS3800 in the long run.
For a first time converter buyer I normally recommend a TCI 3500 (THE BEST bang for your buck in the converter world, IMO) or a Yank SS3600-3800. The SS3600 would be EXCELLENT for someone who wants good performance but is very concerned with reliability. However, most people are happier with an SS3800 in the long run.
