Different Torque Converter Brand

[NATEHAWK]

Do any one run any other brand torque converter besides PI? I want one but the damn prices is crazy for it....Im pretty sure you can get em cheaper thru another brand or manufacter with the same stall!

[Gre8one7]

over the last year the price for the PI has gone up $100...

I also am interested in a diff brand if there is one.

[NATEHAWK]

I look at it like this its just a converter many companies and independent businesses make converters just gotta find a quality company or shop. I had a 2400 stall converter made for my 85 Crown Victoria and it works great craftsmanship was superb. The price was also a grea deal. Im going to see if I can get one made by him for what i want shouldnt be no were near the price of a PI converter is. Alot of teh price is probaly Name branding and Dealer kickback i dunno just talkin out loud.

[FordNut]

I'm gonna have a used one for sale soon. While they're working on my tranny this time I'm switching from the single disc to a multi-disc so my old one will be available in a week or so.

[Tom Doan]

I got a PI 2800 for sale for 500.00 Tom

[FordNut]

I got a PI 2800 for sale for 500.00 Tom

Same spec, same price I was planning to offer.

[Zack]

I'm gonna have a used one for sale soon. While they're working on my tranny this time I'm switching from the single disc to a multi-disc so my old one will be available in a week or so.

This may sound farfetched Brian, but Im convinced Triple Disk converters slow the car down.
I couldnt stand Macs car with it.
Hope you have good luck.

[juno]

Check with Darin at bc-automotive.com . He is a member here also. You have to be careful, what you are looking for in a TC is not only the stall speed, but torque multiplication also.

[94_302]

Look on Mustang boards and Summit. I don't think there is any difference between a tq converter for the Mustang as long as it's meant for a 4r70w

[Blackened300a]

I perfer going with what has been used by other members with great success. Rather then being the Guinea pig with another brand.
It goes both ways, but I like Reliablility and long term usage.

[MitchB]

When I was looking for a converter for my twin turbo build, I eventually bought one from http://www.protorque.com/

Wayyy back, Jerry spoke with them and as I remember, had them build one or more experimental converters for him. They went into a few high horsepower cars. I also bought one of their converters four years ago for my every day driver - which I still have.

Mitch

[Joe Walsh]

I've got an ART CARR 2800 Stall converter.
I love it...she launches like a rocket!

(Last year I pulled a 1.795 60 foot at the track and left the Mitsubishi AWD EVO in the other lane like he was in neutral!!!
Best part was watching him in my mirror.....and him being unable to pull a Big 4 door with an automatic on the top end!) :rofl:

[LVMarauder]

Check my signature. It was significantly less than the PI from vendors here.

[Gre8one7]

Heres a hole tranny i found...nice sales pitch(almost puked)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AODE-4R70W-Ford-Lincoln-Mercury-Rebuilt-Transmission_W0QQcmdZViewItemQ QcategoryZ33727QQihZ001QQitemZ 110083969458QQrdZ1#ebayphotoho sting

[Architect]

Another torque converter brand is TCI...
I think they have up to a 3000 stall...for the Marauder....
architect

[DeadVic]

Heres a hole tranny i found...nice sales pitch(almost puked)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/AODE-4R70W-Ford-Lincoln-Mercury-Rebuilt-Transmission_W0QQcmdZViewItemQ QcategoryZ33727QQihZ001QQitemZ 110083969458QQrdZ1#ebayphotoho sting

Uh oh, I see a Freudian slip in that there quote...LOL

Ya, I wonder if that tranny slips as sloppy as....

[Joe Walsh]

:laugh:..........:laugh:...... ..... :laugh:



Uh oh, I see a Freudian slip in that there quote...LOL

Ya, I wonder if that tranny slips as sloppy as....

> Hey at least they didn't call it a "SUPER HOLESHOT"!!!

> Do they give you a discount for having to look at her?

> I couldn't see all of the torque converter because there was something(s) hanging in the way!

> Are they selling used Airbags or transmission parts???

> I wonder how they keep you abreast of any new products?

> Their Torque Converters are the cure for sagging performance!

OK...OK!!!

I'm Done!!....

For Now!
:D

[Dennis Reinhart]

over the last year the price for the PI has gone up $100...

I also am interested in a diff brand if there is one.


It has not gone up a 100.00

[JonW]

Dennis, how about a group buy???

[RedMerc04]

Dennis, how about a group buy???
Im with him!:D

[Dennis Reinhart]

Dennis, how about a group buy???


I would be glad to start this we need to get five to start with, and we can wrap this up real quick, Jack at PI gets these puppys out fast

[GreekGod]

...I'm on the Ford FE forum frequently, and you might be surprized at the amount of problems with aftermarket converters. The PI ("Precision Industries Stallion") must be a top choice from all the excellent reports on this forum.

Quote:
"The front cover of the 9.5"-inch torque converters starts production as a 92 pound piece of billet steel and when the CNC machine makes the last cut it weighs about 12 to 14 pounds. Our unique billet cover along with other high performance internal parts allow us to produce torque converters that are custom built and designed for each individuals needs, wants and expectations" If it is the quality reported, it is a good value at $750.

Dennis R, what kind of price can we get on a group buy?

[magindat]

I got a PI 3000 from DR. I've be playing with shift points and lockups with the SCT software. The SURGE of power due to the torque multiplication from ANY SPEED is sheer pleasure.

A torque converter was not my first choice of things to do, but while I was doing, I did it ALL. Gears, shaft, Art Carr tranny, TC, rear cooling mod. I'm really glad I spent the extra $ on the converter. The package would not have been complete without it.

It's worth the money. This said by a single father of modest income. FWIW...

[Dennis Reinhart]

I perfer going with what has been used by other members with great success. Rather then being the Guinea pig with another brand.
It goes both ways, but I like Reliablility and long term usage.


EXACTLY, well said. PI has a impeccable reputation as well as customer service, they offer a free upgrade with in the first year, these converters are priced right, and yes there are less expensive converters out there, and as the old saying goes YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR, I would gladly do a group buy for the club, just let me know.

[JonW]

What do we have to do to get a group buy started? Dennis, any idea on price?

[fastblackmerc]

EXACTLY, well said. PI has a impeccable reputation as well as customer service, they offer a free upgrade with in the first year, these converters are priced right, and yes there are less expensive converters out there, and as the old saying goes YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR, I would gladly do a group buy for the club, just let me know.

I was told by PI that as long as you own their torque converter they will do one (1) stall change free. Of course shipping it to them is your responsibility. I picked up my converter at their "plant". It's amazing what comes out of that little building! I, for one, am happy I got a PI. If you think there are better converters out there, by all means buy one and report your findings here.... but checkout PI's website first.

http://www.converter.com/index.htm

[Dennis Reinhart]

What do we have to do to get a group buy started? Dennis, any idea on price?


I am doing it now in my forum we need five minimum to start this they have the converters readily available you need to specify stall speed and whether the car is N/A or S/C

[Tony_the_Brit]

I agree with trying bc-automotive. Darrin just installed a 3,500 TC in my Vic with one of his performance built trannys - wow!