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Old 06-21-2009 | 08:06 AM
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I found this TCI streetfighter tq converter on ebay....

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...category=63692


Here is what i think is the same converter on summit...

http://summitracing.com/parts/TCI-241000/


If they are the same, i have one question, it says that it fits 168 tooth flexplates only, I know its sounds dumb but how can I tell what flexplate i have without taking it off?
Old 06-21-2009 | 09:27 AM
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take the flexplate cover off and mark on tooth and turn the flexplate with the tool and count the teeth.
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i beleive the 168 is 14"
Old 06-22-2009 | 01:36 PM
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do those converters look like the same model?
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i'm pretty sure a company called transmission specialties makes the summit converters. i've got ts 10hs i've used for years.
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a 153 is smaller than a 168 tooth flywheel/flexplate. Or you can count the teeth... have fun with that one lol
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cross bolted starter = 168 tooth straight across 153 as a general rule
Old 06-24-2009 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by ici8uup
cross bolted starter = 168 tooth straight across 153 as a general rule
thanks, thats the kind of shortcut i was looking for!



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