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Old Apr 23, 2008 | 07:38 PM
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A while back my vig 3200 had the fins bent and caused more stall, you happen to have any pictures of what they were talking about?
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Old May 23, 2008 | 05:44 PM
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Sorry to bring back an old thread, but how much can the clutches in these converters hold under WOT?
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Old May 23, 2008 | 08:11 PM
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Originally Posted by mchdg86
Sorry to bring back an old thread, but how much can the clutches in these converters hold under WOT?
I don't have an exact number, but I would guesstimate over 800 HP. I think it will outlast the 4L60E.

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Old May 23, 2008 | 10:58 PM
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If it helps any, I made 5 hard dyno pulls and several WOT passes locked up on the big end and our Circle D multi-disc never blinked. I would be surprised if anyone here found it's limits. Like Chris said, the tranny would likely give first.
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Old May 24, 2008 | 08:38 AM
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Good point James, the dyno tuning option is great. You don't have to worry about overheating the converter on the dyno, make as many pulls as you want. Even if you never plan on locking it up at the track, the "No Worries" lock up clutch is a great tuning tool.

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Old Jul 27, 2008 | 08:52 PM
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My Circle D install is almost finished. It's a nice piece. Just a few odds-n-ends to wrap up. Will be posting up in a few days how it's working...

Long time no update... Had a lot of things going on.

Finally got the car on the road again. With the Level 3 trans, the Circle D converter, and the turbo all on the car at the same time for the first time!

Brake torqued it and got it to build a little boost before it overpowered the rear brakes. Did a couple of 0-80 and 20-80 snaps, and it's running awesome.

The converter locking up is like getting another gear.


...now I just need to put some finishing touches on the tune and then get some 1/4 mile times! Expecting low (low) 10's.
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Old Jul 27, 2008 | 09:05 PM
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Cool! Thanks for the update John.

Keep us posted on the track times.
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Old Sep 13, 2008 | 11:55 PM
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circle D --- are the 4L80 converters ready yet.?
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Originally Posted by dman
circle D --- are the 4L80 converters ready yet.?
still says coming soon on the website...
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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 08:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Circle-D
I don't have an exact number, but I would guesstimate over 800 HP. I think it will outlast the 4L60E.

Chris
so since im getting my 4l60e rebuilt would this be a good choice 4 my ls1. and were u guys located i would rather get info in person. right know im just boltons with a tune but in a while im gonna go heads cam and nitrous.
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Old Sep 14, 2008 | 08:53 PM
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Im building a 4l80 right now to replace my M6 ,and want a Circle-D torque multi-disc for my mv body tranny, cant wait till they come out.
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Old Sep 15, 2008 | 08:04 AM
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I agree with Vince on both thoughts. Dana
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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 03:32 PM
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Originally Posted by ls1passion
so since im getting my 4l60e rebuilt would this be a good choice 4 my ls1. and were u guys located i would rather get info in person. right know im just boltons with a tune but in a while im gonna go heads cam and nitrous.
Sorry, just noticed your question. The multi disk is suggested for use on forced induction cars. They can use the lock up at the track. That being said, the multi is more durable and will still work in a N/A car. Good for multiple dyno runs with out slipping.

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Old Sep 23, 2008 | 11:31 PM
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any word on a due date for the 4L80E converter?
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Old Sep 24, 2008 | 04:30 AM
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Originally Posted by dman
any word on a due date for the 4L80E converter?
Ditto, from "Down Under" land Brisbane Australia. Rekken these could pave the way in Aus.

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