Should or shouldn't I Converter??

[smokingunz]

Hey all, getting ready to do a rear main (yay!). I was thinking since I got it apart, it would be a great time to do a converter. It's a stock tranny...works fine now, has 100k on it. Stock long block. Te44/msd50s... Going to alky next. Worth adding a converter now, or wait till the tranny is rebuild whenever that needs done?

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[V6POWER]

Stock tc works well with the TE-44.

 

[smokingunz]

Stock tc works well with the TE-44.

Worth re-stalling do you think?


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[V6POWER]

I would not if that is the combo you are going to be running.

If you do decide you need a new tc, I would not re-stall the stock one but I would buy a better one for about $500. It depends on what combo you are going with. If you want to upgrade I would suggest a 10"lock-up from Dusty Bradford or Dave Husek or I like my 10" lock up from Edge Torque Converters.

 

[smokingunz]

I guess part of my question also is, is it crazy to do a new converter with n old tranny behind it

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[pacecarta]

except for removing the converter dust shield (if you still have one) you dont need to touch the trans to do a rear main

 

[smokingunz]

except for removing the converter dust shield (if you still have one) you dont need to touch the trans to do a rear main

Good to know, haven't had the cover off yet...didn't think there would be much room.

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[TurboTdr3.8]

Rear main seal require the oil pan to be removed not the transmission like some modern cars do , but when you get ready for a trans overhaul that will be the time to do the converter .

 

[smokingunz]

My thoughts as well...just needed to hear itbfrom someone else I guess

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