Revmax converters?

[Deathrod]

Has anyone tried a revmax? They are reasonable on price compared to goerend or the other major ones. I sent them an email asking questions about them and got "it will work great for you".....not the answer I was looking for, but of course they will always praise their own products. Looking for actual experience from someone who doesn't work there.....anyone????

[PToombs]

It's one thing to brag up their product, but if they don't answer basic questions, then I'd stay away. There's a reason the others are expensive, they are quality units. Converters is one of the places that "You get what you pay for!" is very true.

[Diesel]

Im gonna play devils advocate and say that sometimes when an inquiry is asking too many questions (not sure what you asked) it can be a turn off to businesses. Back on topic: I haven't tried their converters and would love to find out more as well. Thanks for making this post.

[cmann250]

When I'm not relying on my truck frequently, I have a Suncoast converter waiting to be installed. Eventually I'll post up my impressions. Here's my theory: At a relatively stock level, you may not be able to tell the difference between a $400 and a $700 converter. If you're well over 400 hp and your truck is in the 12s (i.e. BC847), I suspect the difference is beyond noticable. It's a theory of margins. The more expensive converters are better, no doubt. However, whether you and/or your vehicle are under the marginal level is up to you. It wouldn't be the first time an "inferior" product worked

FWIW, I'm cheap, yet I have had really good luck finding deals on normally not cheap parts. Examples: Cummins low pressure piston pump, Suncoast converter, and turbos

[oldestof11]

Revmax? Ain't that the stock converter?

[Sutter1stgen]

When I'm not relying on my truck frequently, I have a Suncoast converter waiting to be installed. Eventually I'll post up my impressions. Here's my theory: At a relatively stock level, you may not be able to tell the difference between a $400 and a $700 converter. If you're well over 400 hp and your truck is in the 12s (i.e. BC847), I suspect the difference is beyond noticable. It's a theory of margins. The more expensive converters are better, no doubt. However, whether you and/or your vehicle are under the marginal level is up to you. It wouldn't be the first time an "inferior" product worked

FWIW, I'm cheap, yet I have had really good luck finding deals on normally not cheap parts. Examples: Cummins low pressure piston pump, Suncoast converter, and turbos

You would be Suprised at how much of a difference a good aftermarket converter will make on even a relatively lightly modified truck. I've had my Specrite from 220hp, 255hp, 330hp, 350hp. Definitely worth it. When it was first installed the feeling was awesome. Truck had the perfect stall, cruised well, and when you tipped into the throttle it would rev to the well position stall speed. Then it would set you back in the seat.

[cmann250]

You would be Suprised at how much of a difference a good aftermarket converter will make on even a relatively lightly modified truck. I've had my Specrite from 220hp, 255hp, 330hp, 350hp. Definitely worth it. When it was first installed the feeling was awesome. Truck had the perfect stall, cruised well, and when you tipped into the throttle it would rev to the well position stall speed. Then it would set you back in the seat.

Hmm I guess that's why I call it a theory. I should get my act together get that Suncoast unit in

[tampabayBill]

Do it Caleb, I want to know how you like it !

[BC847]

I had Suncoast "Tighten-up" my converter a little over what they do with their off-the-shelf unit.

[Sutter1stgen]

You would be Suprised at how much of a difference a good aftermarket converter will make on even a relatively lightly modified truck. I've had my Specrite from 220hp, 255hp, 330hp, 350hp. Definitely worth it. When it was first installed the feeling was awesome. Truck had the perfect stall, cruised well, and when you tipped into the throttle it would rev to the well position stall speed. Then it would set you back in the seat.

Hmm I guess that's why I call it a theory. I should get my act together get that Suncoast unit in

I like your theory. I was just trying to give you that extra push to install your suncoast. Like said before. Do it, your missing out.

[cmann250]

Yea I'm working on it guys. It's one thing after another after another. I need it to tow a Bobcat tomorrow I had a 47RH in this truck for a while and the memory of a tight transmission is fading.

[Deathrod]

Im gonna play devils advocate and say that sometimes when an inquiry is asking too many questions (not sure what you asked) it can be a turn off to businesses. Back on topic: I haven't tried their converters and would love to find out more as well. Thanks for making this post.

One thing I have learned over the years is you never know who you are dealing with over an email.....it could have been some secretary that doesn't even know where the converter goes let alone what it does. I'm just divided one which way to go....spend a lot on suncoast/goerend for my recently rebuilt 518 or hunt down a 47rh. I have been looking for over a year now to find a reasonable 47 but haven't had any luck, most I can find are 4x4 and way over priced. With a 47 there will be a lot more cost....I'd rebuild it, need starter, driveshaft...etc. With the lightness of my car a decent non lock up should keep me happy. This thing is a daily driver but still just a toy, it really needs some bigger sticks, I can't break 900* at 40 psi without an intercooler so I'm sure I could use more fuel....in other words more $$$$$