torque converter

[directinjktn1stgen]

anybody ever tried using a torque converter from oregon performance trans ?

[directinjktn1stgen]

they clame to have brazed turbine and torrington bearings if that helps out any knowledge would be greatly appreciated.

[BC847]

They all say that.

Have you checked out Specrite? http://www.specriteconverters.com/

Folks speak highly of them if you're on a budget and need your basic custom (tightened) converter.

[directinjktn1stgen]

ahh i see thanks ive got spare tranny tore down and gettin parts list together

[Sutter1stgen]

I run a Specrite steel stator. They gave me a price of $900 when I called them. I thought that was a little much. Now when I had my 727 trans built a year later they had a Specrite steel stator converter installed while they were at it. Imjust came across the build sheet no too long ago and the quote for the converter was $500. I ask them why was it so cheap? They said they get good deals through them. I guess so!!!

I'd call Goerend, Specrite, and suncoast. Tell all of them what your looking for in a converter, and ask them as many questions as possible. The converter in your truck is a major key in how it performs. And is not something to just rush into, or skimp on.

[bmoeller]

I'd call Goerend, Specrite, and suncoast. ask them as many questions as possible. The converter in your truck is a major key in how it performs. And is not something to just rush into, or skimp on.

Good advice there!

Having one too tight, can make it harder to light a bigger charger. IIRC, Goerend has 2 basic stall speeds to choose from, but they can mill ANY stall speed you want/need. All done in house. The machine is pretty sweet to watch work. Dave makes a great trans! Loved mine!

[brad_bibbee]

Go with the best. Just purchased another one from Goreend for my a518. It was $650 plus shipping/core.

[Knoberman]

Diesel performance converters. 770-318-8696