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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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Looked up facts on upgrading torque converter

Okay so I was looking into upgraded torque converters. Seems like a nice thing to do for my feel since I like to get on it every once in a while. Anyone ever try this or thought about it? or know of any companies that make them for our cars?
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Old Feb 24, 2011 | 06:49 PM
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i thought the 4at was garbage why upgrade the tq converter?
Old Feb 24, 2011 | 07:56 PM
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i thought the 4at was garbage why upgrade the tq converter?
Not with a shift kit
Old Feb 24, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by jowo9
Not with a shift kit
also something i looked into lol. I searched and only original orgers thought about it. they arent even on here anymore from 2002 threads
Old Feb 24, 2011 | 08:38 PM
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I'll have an in depth review next week.

OR

You can call Andre himself and talk with him about it. A 3K stall is a big thing though...but many other things that it will help.
Old Feb 24, 2011 | 09:01 PM
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I've had stall converters in other cars, really makes a huge difference off the line and up to around 30 or so. Newer ones keep the rpms up after the shift almost like a CVT, none of the ones I had did that...but with 4.11 gears, I really didn't need much help.
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Originally Posted by BoDenKai
also something i looked into lol. I searched and only original orgers thought about it. they arent even on here anymore from 2002 threads
Yeah, I just installed my Transgo HD-2 shift kit the other night. Lightning fast shifts... haven't had a chance for any WOT runs due to snow, but as soon as it dries up, I plan on getting some videos and posting my full impressions/review.

I would love to get a 3000 or 3500 stall TC, but other things are further up the car budget priorities list right now (nitrous!) ... When all is said and done, it'll be cheaper than a TC, cuz I can install it myself, but couldn't do with a TC. Plus, it's nitrous FTW for better track ETs/trap speed.
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 05:58 PM
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is this recommend for stock maximas?
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 05:59 PM
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I mean, as just an upgrade by itself... supporting mods?
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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Originally Posted by Codyo
I mean, as just an upgrade by itself... supporting mods?
Other than the gas mileage loss in traffic, it would make a huge difference on any auto maxima, stock or otherwise.
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 09:18 PM
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yall didnt search well lol

ive had the three k for some time lol
Old Feb 26, 2011 | 10:14 PM
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Sweet! Cant wait for that review. I guess after getting my rad and lowering ill get a shift kit and tc
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by jowo9
Not with a shift kit
do you happen to have a video of how your car shifts with the HD2 kit? i've seen a video of a 5th gen with a shift kit but never found one of a 5.5 with hd2 kit.. maybe a video that shows your tach?
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My GF took this jacked up video of mine.

Nevermind the drunked camera angles.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Dq43FhAdbo
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by jowo9
Not with a shift kit
Nice to know....wanted to get a Shift kit don't know all about the TC though how much those sell for....
Old Feb 27, 2011 | 10:36 PM
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SFR does A/T mods as well.......http://www.speedforceracing.com/index.php?productID=883
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shoot me over you cell number i can text you a couple of the videos i just sent to Chris. Got a bunch to detail it for him.
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Originally Posted by CMax03
looks like theyre trying to stay under the price level ten charges.

Core

been considering it, but think im gonna start dumping money in the old school and sequoia fund

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Originally Posted by camilla_thomas
You can get the parts from nissan (which are needed)...one question...where you got so many things...??
What parts are needed from Nissan for an aftermarket/upgraded torque convertor?
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