Darn the luck! I love my manual transmissions, but I bought a 4x4 K5... The package is a built LS1 as well a th400 that I'm going to have to install. High science, but Holley of all companies has the video that explains it the best. I remember when Holley was just about carburetors, but they may have saved me from a mistake!
This dude doesn't even explain how to choose a torque converter. He just explains how it works very briefly and scares you off from choosing the wrong one, then points to their tech support to choose the right one.
@the Traildaddy well I think those are not the only 2 options. Either refer to tech support (best option) or sell you the wrong one. It would be nice if they took a deeper dive into it and shared some of the process they use to calculate the best converter for a given application. Maybe even present 2 scenarios and walk us through how they determine which converter for each.
@@1windozesuk ive heard two different ways either A. pick a converter that "flashes" 500-700 RPM below your peak torque or B look at the cams staring RPM range and go 500 RPM minimum over that this is why he didnt say how to because thats like asking a custom cam grinder how they do what they do. lots of science behind that and that aint free info. its how they make their money
Watching in earnest. My big questions: Best rear gear and TQ stall/model with just a tune and CAI. Peak torque stock is 4250rpm. I've read two trains of thought: 1. Get a TC that stalls at or close to the peak. 2. Get a TC that stalls at 500-700 rpm below the peak. No racing(?), just street-highway. 2004 Mercury Marauder.
For me he's first to explain how the torque converter works. In my case gm put 4.3 V8 lt1 known as baby lt in my 1995 Caprice. I want upgrade but want do it just 1 time. Things gutless on take off. Some are reporting putting 3200, 3600 so on some noticing no gain others saying daily driveability is problem
What do I do for an LS swap with a 6L80 that over powers the brakes when you put it in drive? Should I get a torque converter with a higher stall speed or maybe a 4l60 with a lower 1 gear ratio?
im still no more informed on how to choose a torque converter than my grandma. I'll just paint mine red with some cool black stripes to make it go faster. maybe some flames for a performance boost when my turbo spools up.
Your description of stall speed is not technically correct. When converter manufacturers rate a converters stall speed they are talking about the maximum rpm the impeller can spin before the turbine starts turning. The maximum RPM that an engine can turn before the wheels start turning is almost always lower than the stall speed of the converter and varies greatly based on the engine torque, the gearing in the trans and rear end (torque multipliers), the weight of the car and even the height of the rear yires
So I have a tree 50 small block mild build in a 74 Chevy super 20 so I have think for 11 gears and I'm trying to go with what converter torque converter for my turbo 350 lock up thank you any suggestions will help
your reconmend for a AMC Eagle coupe 4.2 engine with autolite 2150 carb, comp cams K68-231-4 , tranni TF A500 (42RH) Lockup, 1300kg weight, compression 8,2:1 , tires 215/75 15 , rear end ratio 2,35, main use for fun.
Im trying to figure what converter i should get. Have a 350 sbc, thumper cam, & hooked headers. 275/60r/15 tires, 40 series flowmasters, car weights approximately 3825. Any suggestions?
I got a 1981 k5 blazer 4x4 with a 350 and a comp cam 268 and compression ratio of 8.5:1 on 35 inch tires about to put a 2300 stall converter in is that a good combo
I have a 5.3l with 4l80e stage 2 cam with 7875 billet turbo in a s10 street and strip what stall speed would you recommend. Lift: 0.585"/0.585" Duration @ 0.050": 228°/230° Advertised Duration: 283°/286° Lobe Separation: 112° RPM Range: 2,500-6,500 RPM
I know that Hughes TC's state that their converters are tested on fresh big block chevys so if you install it on a small-block v8 to expect a DROP of 3-500 RPM. SO don't buy a 2000 rpm stall & shove it on a small block it will end up being almost like stock.
I second that,I had one built by a very good company the problem was they didn’t listen to me when I answered all they’re questions.I expected to get a 10”3000-3200 but got an11”2600-2800 for a 500hp 406 sbc.part of the info was it is ultimately going in a 72’Nova that’s not finished yet but the power train is and it’s in an 85’GMC Vandura as a test bed,what do you deduce from this.the converter actually does and will keep working just like grandma’s car!
put it on a truck scale to get real weight, then gear ratio and what cam you got in that 440. Those 235 tires won't save you from the 440's torque. You can shove old school 295/50/15's under the read fenders with some rear lift.
Why do his eyes keep going side to side like he's reading some kind of script LOL........ At least I love my Holley 600 double pumper on my 4.3 V-6!!!!
Holy crap Holley.... this video is horrible. The guy reading the teleprompter could have at least a read over it once before reading it on the video. And don’t even get me started on the totally clickbait title.
"How to choose a torque converter" - our tech support can help. but not this video, no no no no .... What gave you the idea that this video would help you understand how to choose a torque converter?
Simple and your presentation has visial aids. Really makes the difference. Good job guys!
Darn the luck! I love my manual transmissions, but I bought a 4x4 K5... The package is a built LS1 as well a th400 that I'm going to have to install.
High science, but Holley of all companies has the video that explains it the best. I remember when Holley was just about carburetors, but they may have saved me from a mistake!
This dude doesn't even explain how to choose a torque converter. He just explains how it works very briefly and scares you off from choosing the wrong one, then points to their tech support to choose the right one.
Alex true he does 😂
Would you perfer that he tricks you into buying the wrong one?
Does he know what vehicle you want to put 1 in?
And his description of what stall speed is is totally wrong.
@the Traildaddy well I think those are not the only 2 options. Either refer to tech support (best option) or sell you the wrong one. It would be nice if they took a deeper dive into it and shared some of the process they use to calculate the best converter for a given application. Maybe even present 2 scenarios and walk us through how they determine which converter for each.
@@1windozesuk ive heard two different ways
either
A. pick a converter that "flashes" 500-700 RPM below your peak torque
or B
look at the cams staring RPM range and go 500 RPM minimum over that
this is why he didnt say how to because thats like asking a custom cam grinder how they do what they do.
lots of science behind that and that aint free info. its how they make their money
This is the best explanation I’ve found about how a torque convert works.
Watching in earnest. My big questions: Best rear gear and TQ stall/model with just a tune and CAI. Peak torque stock is 4250rpm. I've read two trains of thought: 1. Get a TC that stalls at or close to the peak. 2. Get a TC that stalls at 500-700 rpm below the peak. No racing(?), just street-highway. 2004 Mercury Marauder.
For me he's first to explain how the torque converter works. In my case gm put 4.3 V8 lt1 known as baby lt in my 1995 Caprice. I want upgrade but want do it just 1 time. Things gutless on take off. Some are reporting putting 3200, 3600 so on some noticing no gain others saying daily driveability is problem
All that and you still didnt tell us how to select a torque converter
What do I do for an LS swap with a 6L80 that over powers the brakes when you put it in drive? Should I get a torque converter with a higher stall speed or maybe a 4l60 with a lower 1 gear ratio?
im still no more informed on how to choose a torque converter than my grandma.
I'll just paint mine red with some cool black stripes to make it go faster. maybe some flames for a performance boost when my turbo spools up.
Your description of stall speed is not technically correct. When converter manufacturers rate a converters stall speed they are talking about the maximum rpm the impeller can spin before the turbine starts turning. The maximum RPM that an engine can turn before the wheels start turning is almost always lower than the stall speed of the converter and varies greatly based on the engine torque, the gearing in the trans and rear end (torque multipliers), the weight of the car and even the height of the rear yires
Can a torque converter on a 09 F150 with a 6R80 with constant vibration is this normal ?? also hard shift at first second
I have a high stall 4000rpm torque converter on my 370z supercharged. Cant wait till its installed with my aftermarket clutch pack.
So I have a tree 50 small block mild build in a 74 Chevy super 20 so I have think for 11 gears and I'm trying to go with what converter torque converter for my turbo 350 lock up thank you any suggestions will help
your reconmend for a AMC Eagle coupe 4.2 engine with autolite 2150 carb, comp cams K68-231-4 , tranni TF A500 (42RH) Lockup, 1300kg weight, compression 8,2:1 , tires 215/75 15 , rear end ratio 2,35, main use for fun.
Whats the best one for my 355 and the turbo 400
Help someone ? I've got a 350 sb and a 350 turbo transmission with a posi rearend 3.73 gears ,, what's the best torque converter for this combination
Im trying to figure what converter i should get. Have a 350 sbc, thumper cam, & hooked headers. 275/60r/15 tires, 40 series flowmasters, car weights approximately 3825. Any suggestions?
I got a 1981 k5 blazer 4x4 with a 350 and a comp cam 268 and compression ratio of 8.5:1 on 35 inch tires about to put a 2300 stall converter in is that a good combo
I wonder if this guy knows what a car is.
🤣🤣🤣🤣stop it
any recommendations of torque converter for a 72 Chevelle 383 stroker 700r4 trany with 3.73 rear end?
What did you end up choosing?
Even the company’s that build converters, can’t choose the right convert.
Which one would be the best one for a 4.6 crown Victoria 2008
I have a 5.3l with 4l80e stage 2 cam with 7875 billet turbo in a s10 street and strip what stall speed would you recommend. Lift: 0.585"/0.585"
Duration @ 0.050": 228°/230°
Advertised Duration: 283°/286°
Lobe Separation: 112°
RPM Range: 2,500-6,500 RPM
give our tech department a call for a recommendation! 866-464-6553 -Keith
I have a 4.8 stage 2 cam 4.11 gears 3500 stall converter
@@jesse6265 how's that stall going for you?
@@slicksloth_416 works good tbh
I know that Hughes TC's state that their converters are tested on fresh big block chevys so if you install it on a small-block v8 to expect a DROP of 3-500 RPM. SO don't buy a 2000 rpm stall & shove it on a small block it will end up being almost like stock.
I second that,I had one built by a very good company the problem was they didn’t listen to me when I answered all they’re questions.I expected to get a 10”3000-3200 but got an11”2600-2800 for a 500hp 406 sbc.part of the info was it is ultimately going in a 72’Nova that’s not finished yet but the power train is and it’s in an 85’GMC Vandura as a test bed,what do you deduce from this.the converter actually does and will keep working just like grandma’s car!
What is the best for a lq4, 4l80 fully build ?
Have you found out ?
@@elgueritocuh615 no sorry sold that truck 3yrs ago
can you reconmend a converter for a 1973 road runner 7.2l 440/ 235 70 r15
How will you be using the car? Weekend warrior, daily driver or mostly strip?
put it on a truck scale to get real weight, then gear ratio and what cam you got in that 440. Those 235 tires won't save you from the 440's torque. You can shove old school 295/50/15's under the read fenders with some rear lift.
Whatcha advise for a 64 Impala with a LS1 swap? Ls6 intake, 216/224 115 lsa cam. 155/80/13 tires. 3.00 gears?
2800 rpm stall TC
Thank you. . .for making since!!!!!!!!!
since when?
Longer life sounds good 😂😂
teleprompter.....?
Flexplate is spinning backward.
Any recommendations on what size converter to use on a stock 5.3 in a 71 chevelle with 24 inch wheels?
How do you use the car mainly?
*Mind blown*
GM calls their Transmissions "Turbo" Because the Torque converters have Turbines in them!
Why do his eyes keep going side to side like he's reading some kind of script LOL........ At least I love my Holley 600 double pumper on my 4.3 V-6!!!!
I just heard robot right ?
Holy crap Holley.... this video is horrible. The guy reading the teleprompter could have at least a read over it once before reading it on the video. And don’t even get me started on the totally clickbait title.
"How to choose a torque converter" - our tech support can help. but not this video, no no no no .... What gave you the idea that this video would help you understand how to choose a torque converter?
6.0
4L80E
11:1 COMPRESSION
Stage 2 cam
I won't be at the track, it'll just be a weekend toy
2600 stall would be perfect for that
Wtf is a stage 2 can you probs needa supply lift and duration
Well that was just about useless!
Additionally, it sucks when someone just reads off cue cards!
He sounds like he is out of breath on every sentence. Also, Trying, to, emote, via, eyebrows.
This video gives us no information on selecting a T.C. it should be titled "How a torque converter works" not how to choose a torque converter. Boo!