Torque Converter options and recommendations please
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Tuned
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Torque Converter options and recommendations please
Hello,
I owe a May Built 1995 F250 2WD 7.3 with 220k. Typical mods, 6637 intake, FFD intercooler kit, KC 360 kit with billet/turbine, TS chip, John Wood VB and MBRP turbo back exhaust, stock height/wheels. Looking at doing stage 1 injectors next year. Through others help here, Thanks, I was told I need to upgrade my torque converter do to current issues. I don’t tow very often at all. Daily driver mostly and frequently in traffic. Budget is Up to $5-600 currently.
few questions;
1) recommendation of where and what type of Converter? Amazon?
2) low stall?
3)is there a link that can be provided for write up as I’ll be doing it myself?
4) anything else I should be replacing while changing TC? Front pump seals, part #?
I really appreciate all who read and provide advise!
jeremy
I owe a May Built 1995 F250 2WD 7.3 with 220k. Typical mods, 6637 intake, FFD intercooler kit, KC 360 kit with billet/turbine, TS chip, John Wood VB and MBRP turbo back exhaust, stock height/wheels. Looking at doing stage 1 injectors next year. Through others help here, Thanks, I was told I need to upgrade my torque converter do to current issues. I don’t tow very often at all. Daily driver mostly and frequently in traffic. Budget is Up to $5-600 currently.
few questions;
1) recommendation of where and what type of Converter? Amazon?
2) low stall?
3)is there a link that can be provided for write up as I’ll be doing it myself?
4) anything else I should be replacing while changing TC? Front pump seals, part #?
I really appreciate all who read and provide advise!
jeremy
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Depends upon your budget.
I would pay for a billet cover and at least one HD clutch in it. Triple disc would be preferred, but I bet one HD single will be fine.
PI is my go-to, but they are quite expensive. A few other guys have had great luck with lesser expensive options.
I would pay for a billet cover and at least one HD clutch in it. Triple disc would be preferred, but I bet one HD single will be fine.
PI is my go-to, but they are quite expensive. A few other guys have had great luck with lesser expensive options.
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If you have a budget and need a good converter, I can highly suggest a unit from Oregon Performance Transmission https://www.oregonperformancetransmi...-E4OD-8HD.html
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If you have a budget and need a good converter, I can highly suggest a unit from Oregon Performance Transmission https://www.oregonperformancetransmi...-E4OD-8HD.html
thanks
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Depends upon your budget.
I would pay for a billet cover and at least one HD clutch in it. Triple disc would be preferred, but I bet one HD single will be fine.
PI is my go-to, but they are quite expensive. A few other guys have had great luck with lesser expensive options.
I would pay for a billet cover and at least one HD clutch in it. Triple disc would be preferred, but I bet one HD single will be fine.
PI is my go-to, but they are quite expensive. A few other guys have had great luck with lesser expensive options.
thanks
jeremy
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Torco in ebay sell an affordable triple disc low stall TC for like 260. I have some in the work trucks and I had one in my trans and that thing held the abuse nicely and I'm no grandpa peddling the throttle and towed various loads at wot just for the hell of it. Mods in my sig.
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Torco in ebay sell an affordable triple disc low stall TC for like 260. I have some in the work trucks and I had one in my trans and that thing held the abuse nicely and I'm no grandpa peddling the throttle and towed various loads at wot just for the hell of it. Mods in my sig.
thanks for your time buddy!
jeremy
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Ye, you should. In my opinion, the stock converter stall speed is too high. I have driven a couple of trucks with lower stall converters and I think it's a big improvement.
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What stall is optimum for these E4OD's?
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There is no optimal stall for a transmission. There is an optimal stall for each engine. Torque converters should be matched to the engine's torque curve. For the earlier PSD I recommend about 1800 RPM stall.
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Thanks to all who responded! I’m sure many of you have answered these questions repeatedly but I appreciate you taking the time to answer several of my specific questions. I hope as I learn here and with hands-on experience I can share this knowledge to others and most importantly keep my 7.3 for many years to come. Absolutely love this truck!
jeremy
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PM me and I can give you info for local joint. $400ish for billet cover, triple disc. Not affiliated with them, just they do great work.
I went to a 1600rpm in my old 6.4, amazing difference on a tiny 400rwhp tune. I am guessing first gen PSDs will react in similar manner.
EDIT. Found their card
https://www.greatconverters.com/
817 563 5556
Speak with JD
I went to a 1600rpm in my old 6.4, amazing difference on a tiny 400rwhp tune. I am guessing first gen PSDs will react in similar manner.
EDIT. Found their card
https://www.greatconverters.com/
817 563 5556
Speak with JD
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My new torque converter is on its way. I also am removing front pump installing transgo mods then resealing. Up pipes going in as well.
my question is since current torque converter went out, should I flush my tranny? I’m guessing the current fluid may have materials or contamination from old TC. If so, should I flush it after installing new torque or before?
any recommendations on trans jack?
Thanks
Jeremy
my question is since current torque converter went out, should I flush my tranny? I’m guessing the current fluid may have materials or contamination from old TC. If so, should I flush it after installing new torque or before?
any recommendations on trans jack?
Thanks
Jeremy