Automatic Transmission 2-Speed thru 10-Speed GM Autos | Converters | Shift Kits
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by:

Vig or Yank?

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Oct 3, 2007 | 06:40 PM
  #1  
Candyredz28's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Regular
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 408
Likes: 0
From: Irving tx
Default Vig or Yank?

Hey guys, it seems in here that most people favor yank over vigilante and would like to know why? A buddy of has have blown 3 transmissions with the yank converter, but he says he likes how the yank hits harder, and now he has a vigilante and hasnt had a problem? The only reason that Im leaning towards the vigilante is that is more street friendly compared to yank? But also would like to get the yank because of this months special, but like mine friend told me if it breaks on me, I dont want yank telling me I install it wrong?
Reply
Old Oct 3, 2007 | 06:49 PM
  #2  
GregWS6&z28's Avatar
10 Second Club
iTrader: (8)
 
Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 2,247
Likes: 0
From: Portsmouth, VA
Default

your call. they both are good performing converters. as far as customer service goes youll likely have better luck with the vig. Yanks will put down some numbers though.
Reply
Old Oct 3, 2007 | 07:23 PM
  #3  
'00_Z's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 1,458
Likes: 0
From: holding down the couch
Default

I haven't heard of too many issues with Yank but they are both very reputable. I've heard that Yanks are very efficient too. I will be going with them next time.
Reply
Old Oct 3, 2007 | 07:56 PM
  #4  
Candyredz28's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Regular
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 408
Likes: 0
From: Irving tx
Default

What do yall mean efficicient, efficient as having better gas milage, putting more power at the wheels, or hit harder?
Reply
Old Oct 3, 2007 | 09:47 PM
  #5  
'00_Z's Avatar
TECH Fanatic
iTrader: (3)
 
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 1,458
Likes: 0
From: holding down the couch
Default

As in putting more power down.
Reply
Old Oct 4, 2007 | 01:59 AM
  #6  
TXZ28LS1's Avatar
TECH Senior Member
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 6,163
Likes: 3
From: Classified
Default

both are good companies for sure. those would be the only 2 i woud run. from everything people has said it seems like the vigilantes are better street verter and the yanks are better strip verters!! but i have read alot of horror stories people have posted that has had issues with yank more than vigilante.
Reply
Old Oct 4, 2007 | 03:17 AM
  #7  
Urban Legend's Avatar
TECH Cry Baby BOSS APPROVED!
iTrader: (5)
 
Joined: Jul 2005
Posts: 5,799
Likes: 2
Default

I have ran 3 Yanks. The SS3200, SS3600, and currently the PY3400. No complaints about Yank at all. Great performance out of these converters.
Reply
Old Oct 6, 2007 | 06:08 PM
  #8  
Candyredz28's Avatar
Thread Starter
TECH Regular
iTrader: (4)
 
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 408
Likes: 0
From: Irving tx
Default

When I install one of these converters would I have to change the transmission fluid
Reply
LS1 Tech Stories

The Best V8 Stories One Small Block at Time

story-0

Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-1

Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

 Verdad Gallardo
story-2

7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

 Verdad Gallardo
story-3

Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

 Verdad Gallardo
story-4

6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-5

Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

 Verdad Gallardo
story-6

Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

 Pouria Savadkouei
story-7

Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

 
story-8

Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

 Verdad Gallardo
story-9

Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

 Verdad Gallardo




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 03:53 PM.

story-0
Topdon ONE vs. Artidiag 800 BT2: Which is the Diagnostic Tablet For You?

Slideshow: We take a close look at the ONE and Artidiag 800BT2 diagnostic tools from Topdon and the reasons to buy one over the other.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-28 11:05:11


VIEW MORE
story-1
Gas Monkey Built a 6-Wheel Ferrari Testarossa With a Corvette LT4 Engine

Slideshow: The controversial Ferrari F6 swaps its original flat-12 for a Corvette Z06-derived LT4 V8 and sends power to four rear wheels through a custom-built drivetrain.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-26 18:23:54


VIEW MORE
story-2
7 Most Reliable High-Performance Engines GM Has Ever Built

Slideshow:These GM engines didn't just make huge power, they survived abuse, boost, track days, and six-digit mileage with a reputation for refusing to quit.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-21 16:45:27


VIEW MORE
story-3
Amazing '71 Camaro Restomod Is Modern Muscle Car Under the Skin

Slideshow: This heavily modified 1971 Camaro mixes classic muscle car styling with a fifth-generation Camaro interior and modern LS3 power.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-05-12 18:06:42


VIEW MORE
story-4
6 Common C5 Corvette Failures and What's Involved In Repairing Them

Slideshow: From wobbling harmonic balancers to failed EBCMs, these are the issues that define long-term C5 ownership and what repairs typically involve.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-05-07 18:44:57


VIEW MORE
story-5
Retro Modern Bandit Pontiac Trans AM Comes With Burt Reynolds' Autograph

Slideshow: A modern Camaro transformed into a retro icon, this limited-run "Bandit" build blends nostalgia with brute force in a way few revivals manage.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-04-21 13:57:02


VIEW MORE
story-6
Top 10 Greatest Cadillac V Series Performance Models Ever, Ranked

Slideshow: Cadillac didn't just crash the high-performance luxury vehicle party, it showed up loud, supercharged, and occasionally a little unhinged...

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-04-16 10:05:15


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Powerful Chevy Trucks Ever Made!

Slideshow: Top ten most powerful Chevy trucks ever made

By | 2026-03-25 09:22:26


VIEW MORE
story-8
Hennessey's New Supercharged Silverado ZR2 Has 700 HP

Slideshow: Hennessey has turned the Silverado ZR2 into a 700-hp off-road monster with supercharged V8 power and a limited production run.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-24 18:57:52


VIEW MORE
story-9
Coachbuilt N2A Anteros Is an LS2-Powered C6 Corvette In Italian Clothes

Slideshow: A one-off sports car that looks like a vintage Italian exotic-but hides a C6 Corvette underneath-just sold for the price of a new mid-engine Corvette.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-03-23 18:53:41


VIEW MORE