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Old 08-03-2002 | 11:01 AM
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Anybody recomend it??? Don't think it's good for the trans???
Old 08-04-2002 | 07:32 PM
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Anybody????
Old 08-04-2002 | 07:34 PM
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You can do it with a purpose-built converter like a Pro Yank 3600E with its Kevlar clutch. If you're running a stock converter, you would be impressed on how little it slips. Not much to be gained by locking up the stock converter.
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Old 08-05-2002 | 12:20 AM
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Sorry for the lack of detail, I'm talking about a Vigilante pump #7.
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The #7 pump Vig lacks the holding power and quality of clutch material to hold up to locking up under the spray for many tries. It's mainly because of the tremendous torque nitrous brings. It will shread the paper clutch in the Vig in short order.
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