How to check a used torque converter
10-19-2006 | 08:29 PM
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From: Arlington,TX
Car: 1939 Chevy Coupe
Engine: 383 TPI, Dart Pro1 180cc heads, etc
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.73
How to check a used torque converter
I came across a B&M holeshot 2400 torque converter for a 700R4 30 spline for a mere $45. Is there anyway for me or for a tranny shop to check this unit before I put it into my car?
10-19-2006 | 09:39 PM
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Car: 1990 IROCZ Camaro
Engine: 350 4bbl, 200cc Heads, 270hr Cam
Transmission: 700R4 w/ Trans-Go shift kit.
Axle/Gears: GM 10 bolt Posi
Not really, I mean, buying a used converter is pretty much a toss-up. But the other thing is that I have never really heard of one going bad. Usually if a trans breaks, its something else, not the converter.
10-19-2006 | 09:44 PM
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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica
Car: 1984 Z28 Hardtop
Engine: 383 Carb
Transmission: 4L60
Axle/Gears: 3.54 Dana 44
10-19-2006 | 10:32 PM
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From: Hamilton
Car: 1990 IROCZ Camaro
Engine: 350 4bbl, 200cc Heads, 270hr Cam
Transmission: 700R4 w/ Trans-Go shift kit.
Axle/Gears: GM 10 bolt Posi
Does it really? I've never seen it in my experiences with broken trannies. Friend of mine re-used his converer 2 times when he kept breaking his th350. Guess it could happen though.
10-19-2006 | 10:53 PM
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From: Mercedes Norte, Heredia, Costa Rica
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It depends what breaks. It doesn't mean that the converter is ruined, just that it's a shot in the dark.
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