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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:11 PM
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First I want to say hello to LS1Tech, I am a new sponsor, and wanted to drop in and introduce Circle D. I don't want to bore you with our past, but we have been in business over 30 years, in Houston, TX.

Now on to the "New converter". We have a new design for the LS1, I think it is the strongest and lightest billet front on the market. The whole converter weighs 27 lbs. We also utilize a 3 bearing setup that allows the converter to maintain clutch clearance even under extreme horsepower. We also use a light weight Billet Piston, weighs under 4 lbs and still has great strength. Check out the link and let me know what you think.

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

I am still working on the website, so not all the links work.

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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:18 PM
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You spelled "Camero" wrong on your web site.
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Old Jul 18, 2007 | 06:22 PM
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Thanks, fixed.
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pricing?
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 07:07 AM
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Price is $800. No core, Custom built for your car.

Stall, efficiency, STR, and Drivability are all considered in selecting the parts combination.

Chris
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 07:29 AM
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i sure hope its reliable for that price. what is your warranty and do you offer a stall up grade.
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That is a little steep considering you can get a Yank or Vig for 100 or so less. Or pehaps you verters are ready for N20 at that price or HD TCC ??
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 11:27 AM
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How well can your converters handle lockup at WOT?
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 02:14 PM
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I Think Im Going To Stick With My Vig Till I See How Well These Convertors Are
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 03:18 PM
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also spelled wrong : balloon, rigid, reinforcement



just trying to help keep it looking professional !
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by thunderstruck
also spelled wrong : balloon, rigid, reinforcement



just trying to help keep it looking professional !
Thanks, anything else let me know.

Originally Posted by Joel_SS
That is a little steep considering you can get a Yank or Vig for 100 or so less. Or pehaps you verters are ready for N20 at that price or HD TCC ??
Our converters are stronger, lighter, and built one at a time for your application. They can handle 700+HP, even with nitrous. I have a 3 or 5 disk lock up clutch for locking up under WOT. 2 year Warranty and an included re-stall or freshen up. I also gurantee I will make you faster.
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is the warranty and free stall up grade in writting.its going to talke alot to get me away from vig and yank. simply because i tried another sponsor on heres convertor that had real bad customer service and got banned from here for awhile
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 04:26 PM
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We have been in business for 30 years, and yes I will put it in writting, I will have the website updated with a warranty page in a few days to reflect our policy.
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 07:43 PM
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Do you do TH350/TH400 converters also?
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 08:28 PM
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Welcome gearheads!
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Old Jul 19, 2007 | 09:57 PM
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Originally Posted by Smokinstorm
Do you do TH350/TH400 converters also?
Yes, we can do non lock up converter, 350, 400, PG, C4, C6, 904, 727.

I have a few different choices for different power levels.

I am at home and do not have my prices with me, more info tomorrow.

Chris
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Turbo 350, 400 & PG

Stage I ~400hp $399.50
Stage II ~700hp $599.50
Stage III ~1000hp $849.50

Stall ranges from 2500-5000
Custom built for your car
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Originally Posted by performabuilt
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Thanks!
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Old Jul 20, 2007 | 10:46 AM
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Glad to see you guys here... I am in the Fort Worth area and have a several converter solutions currently.

Can you send me a pricing list to gilbert@aceracingtrans.com.

Thanks

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