RE: Torque Converter or Not?

From: Wisotzkey, Rich (Rich.Wisotzkey@gsc.gte.com)
Date: Thu Jun 10 1999 - 13:18:46 EDT


Hey Brian,
I don't know about a torque converter, but a manual tranny would do wonders!
(he-he-he)
Have a good weekend. :'B
Rich - Ashburn, VA

-----Original Message-----
From: Brian Duncan [mailto:brian@efogm.msd.ray.com]
Sent: Thursday, June 10, 1999 12:53 PM
To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
Subject: DML: Torque Converter or Not?

If I have made mods to my engine like modified TB, K&N FIPK, Leach
Headers, Crower Roller-Rockers, Jacobs Ignition, Gibson exhaust, etc...
would a torque converter help me get the extra HP to the tires? I know
torque converters are unique to each application depending on vehicle
weight, HP, etc... but that's about all I know about them. Not very
knowledgable on this subject. I was told once that the extra HP wouldn't
help much without a new torque converter.

Anyone out there have any opinions on torque converters and would
getting an aftermarket converter be worth the money?

TIA.

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