At what speed should a torque converter lockup?
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At what speed should a torque converter lockup?
approximately 40 mph
Recently developed torque converters have had a “lockup” feature added to reduce this energy loss and improve mpg. This lockup feature will not engage until the vehicle reaches approximately 40 mph.
How much is a torque converter for a Turbo 400?
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What does TCI transmission stand for?
Transmission Control Unit
Transmission Control Unit – Electronics.
What does a higher stall torque converter do?
A higher stall torque converter will let your car accelerate better because the car will be taking off at the rpm range where it is making the most power. But you don’t want a stall speed that is too high either.
What is the fluid capacity of a TH400 transmission?
6
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | |
|---|---|
| Transmission (w/ Stock Pan) | # of Quarts |
| GM TH400 | 6 |
| GM Powerglide | 4 |
| GM 700R4/4L60E | 6 |
Who owns TCI transmission?
In 1998, Federal Mogul purchased TCI®, followed three years later by the Memphis-based COMP Performance Group™.
Who owns TCI?
Tele-Communications Inc.
| Traded as | NASDAQ: TCOMA |
|---|---|
| Fate | Purchased by AT Corporation for broadband Internet services Cable television systems sold to Cablevision and Comcast |
| Successor | AT Broadband |
| Headquarters | Denver, Colorado, U.S. |
| Key people | John Malone |
What happens if torque converter stall is too low?
If converter stall speed is too low, the car will be lazy leaving the line; if too high, there’ll be excessive high-gear slippage—either case adds time to your e.t. Engine builders use car weight and dyno data to aid selection. The converter is also matched to the transmission’s gear ratios.
How much fluid does a TH400 torque converter hold?
| Transmission Fluid Capacity | |
|---|---|
| Transmission (w/ Stock Pan) | # of Quarts |
| GM TH400 | 6 |
| GM Powerglide | 4 |
| GM 700R4/4L60E | 6 |
What kind of transmission fluid goes in a TH400?
It might appear that Dexron VI would therefore be backwards compatible as far back as the older TH350 and TH400 transmissions. The reality is that Dex VI is best only for newer vehicles.
