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Old Jun 23, 2004 | 02:56 PM
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If I buy a new Torque Converter, should I get a new Flywheel to go with it?

I was looking at the TCI flywheel.

Is that a good idea? Would I have to balance it?


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Old Jun 23, 2004 | 03:48 PM
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they are called flexplates and yes there is no better time to raplce it then now!! the TCI unit is much beefier as well. If you plan on making 400rwhp and launching hard the stock flexplate will crack and that wopuld be a nightmare so yes replace it now.
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Old Jun 23, 2004 | 07:07 PM
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What about balancing it? Does it need it?
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Old Jun 24, 2004 | 10:29 AM
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no it doesnt need balancing
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Old Jun 24, 2004 | 05:27 PM
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Cool thanks.
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Old Sep 19, 2005 | 12:35 PM
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for what balancing in Flexplate

and what diffrent between 153 tooth an 168 tooth ?? and which better

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Old Sep 19, 2005 | 03:44 PM
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If you get the TCI flexplate (I have one and recommendit) make sure to clear the powdercoat from all the bolt matting surfaces. If you don't the bolts can get loose when the powder coat wears off.

This is per Carl Rossler.
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