RPM wise, how much difference should there be between having your foot on the gas and off. If I take my foot off the gas or apply it, there is 600-800 rpm's difference. This seems excessive to me. Also, when I go to take off down the road, there isnt enough accel to really push me back in the seat. I'm thinking that my T-converter should be playing the role in this.

I am going to have to change my rear main seal on the Engine and if I am going to have the trans out anyway, I'd like to put a better converter in. Any suggestions? I dont have much--ANY--knowledge in this area. I'd like to have one with less slipage if it wouldnt cause any problems. I think it would allow me to get some better mileage. I plan on changing my gears from 4.10 to 3.73 and between the two, Think I can boost my mileage from 16-17 highway to 20.

I dont do much hauling with this rig and plan to use it to haul about a 3ton 4X4 on a 18-20 foot gooseneck several times a month. Any info is helpful. Thanks.

Does anyone know of a different/better T-converter for these older chevys?

http://suncoastconverters.com/

Smoop

:eek: Holy Censored ! :rant: 1000 to 1500 for a torque converter! I was thinking of like 300 to maby 400 at most for one. Is there any other reputable places to find a nice torque converter?

Bowtie, I Sent You A Pm

Thanks man. I'll try that.

Check out TCI Transmissions, they have the converter you want. It's made for towing.

Thanks for the info about TCI. I'll take all the info I can get.

Here's a link to there converters. If you don't see what you like, call them. They're located just outside of Memphis, TN. http://tciauto.com/truck/diesel_products.htm#gm

In case anyone else is interested, I also found this.

http://www.xtremediesel.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=741

Remember one thing guys. The diesel market is getting big and all of a sudden the gasser converter companys want a piece of the action. Problem is; they are starting where we were 3 years ago as far as tech goes. That is fact, not b/s. Buy what you want.