Which Torque Converter?

[HotRodPC]

The star works like a normal prnd21 until its in 1st and lift the t and pull it back then it's a forward ratchet with a positive stop at 3rd.

I like that one too, it's great for the price. I like the Megashifter and Quicksilver better though. The Mega and Quicksilver are also 4 speed compatible if needed, the Star is not. Mega and Quicksilver also support Reverse Valve Body pattern. Never know when you might upgrade, downgrade, swap trans models etc, and that's why I prefer the Mega and Quicksilver over the Star even though the Star is a good shifter. You're just limited with options is all.

 

[HotRodPC]

I hear ya man. I Ran a 350 in my v8 S10 most were stick or a glide and lately th400. I almost did build a glide for ole Willy lee but I had the 400 left over and it's fresh so in it went.

By all means, if the Th400 is staring at you, I'd use it too. I don't hate'em. They're just not my 1st choice cuz they're overkill. Glides are hard to find these days and expensive when you do find one. And then expensive again to do the upgrades they need for racing. There's an aftermarket kit out now to make Th400's into 2 speeds that bandless and spragless. Expensive but very effective. If I'm not mistaken, Monza on Street Outlaws in the Split Bumper Camaro is running one of those.

 

[Honky Kong jr]

I like that one too, it's great for the price. I like the Megashifter and Quicksilver better though. The Mega and Quicksilver are also 4 speed compatible if needed, the Star is not. Mega and Quicksilver also support Reverse Valve Body pattern. Never know when you might upgrade, downgrade, swap trans models etc, and that's why I prefer the Mega and Quicksilver over the Star even though the Star is a good shifter. You're just limited with options is all.

I gave 20 bucks for it at a flea market and another 10 for a new 8' cable off Craigslist. This 400 is mated to the same BB it was in the Chevelle except now it has more compression and a roller cam. I just figured with the BB and weight of the truck the 400 would be best.

 

[74 Shortbed]

I gave 20 bucks for it at a flea market and another 10 for a new 8' cable off Craigslist. This 400 is mated to the same BB it was in the Chevelle except now it has more compression and a roller cam. I just figured with the BB and weight of the truck the 400 would be best.

Perfect combination..

 

[Honky Kong jr]

Now if I could find another Eaton or a spool for the back rear I'd be rollin right along. I've got a 30 spline Eaton up front now.

 

[HotRodPC]

I gave 20 bucks for it at a flea market and another 10 for a new 8' cable off Craigslist. This 400 is mated to the same BB it was in the Chevelle except now it has more compression and a roller cam. I just figured with the BB and weight of the truck the 400 would be best.

You're right. I'd run a Th400 behind a Big Block too. Especially one with some compression and a mild cam making some big torque.

 

[MikeB]

You guys may be confusing the heck out of the OP, who has a stock 350 engine and TH350 trans. All he is looking for is a torque converter!

I don't see any reason to buy anything other than a stock rebuilt converter for his year/model truck. My truck has a "Recon" brand converter I bought from Transtar for $67 a couple years ago. It works great, has a 4-year warranty, and bolted right up to a generic Summit Racing 153-tooth flexplate.
https://www.transtar1.com/products/torque-converters/product-info/recon

If you have a store in your area, I highly recommend Transtar for auto transmission parts. Their prices are usually lower than Internet vendors and much lower than auto parts stores. And you name it, they got it, like a brass screen filter for $3.59 and plastic dust cover for $11.03.
https://www.transtar1.com/contact/locations/all-locations

 

[Rusty Nail]

Lol. OP hasnt been heard of since the first post...

This thread kicks ass.

There's no reason to NOT use a th350 convertor,

 

[Honky Kong jr]

You're right. I'd run a Th400 behind a Big Block too. Especially one with some compression and a mild cam making some big torque.

Mild lol [email protected] and .600 lift it better not be to mild.

 

[Honky Kong jr]

Lol. OP hasnt been heard of since the first post...

This thread kicks ass.

There's no reason to NOT use a th350 convertor,

I had the same thought about the OP.

 

[Honky Kong jr]

You guys may be confusing the heck out of the OP, who has a stock 350 engine and TH350 trans. All he is looking for is a torque converter!

I don't see any reason to buy anything other than a stock rebuilt converter for his year/model truck. My truck has a "Recon" brand converter I bought from Transtar for $67 a couple years ago. It works great, has a 4-year warranty, and bolted right up to a generic Summit Racing 153-tooth flexplate.
https://www.transtar1.com/products/torque-converters/product-info/recon

If you have a store in your area, I highly recommend Transtar for auto transmission parts. Their prices are usually lower than Internet vendors and much lower than auto parts stores. And you name it, they got it, like a brass screen filter for $3.59 and plastic dust cover for $11.03.
https://www.transtar1.com/contact/locations/all-locations

I answered his question in post#2

 

[HotRodPC]

You guys may be confusing the heck out of the OP, who has a stock 350 engine and TH350 trans. All he is looking for is a torque converter!

I don't see any reason to buy anything other than a stock rebuilt converter for his year/model truck. My truck has a "Recon" brand converter I bought from Transtar for $67 a couple years ago. It works great, has a 4-year warranty, and bolted right up to a generic Summit Racing 153-tooth flexplate.
https://www.transtar1.com/products/torque-converters/product-info/recon

If you have a store in your area, I highly recommend Transtar for auto transmission parts. Their prices are usually lower than Internet vendors and much lower than auto parts stores. And you name it, they got it, like a brass screen filter for $3.59 and plastic dust cover for $11.03.
https://www.transtar1.com/contact/locations/all-locations

Yep, OP got his answer early on, so now the off-topic somewhat related content after the fact doesn't really matter much. If someone chooses to continue to read, then so be it.

I do have a local Transtar here in OKC and their prices seemed to high to me vs where I normally get my kits from mailorder out of FL. I did figure I'd get my converters from them though. Then I didn't see to many good reviews on the 700r4 converters. Just about everyone can reman a good Th350 and Th400 Non Lock up converter. But if the Recon comes with a 4 year warranty, I wouldn't have a problem trying it. Transtar has also acquired Dacco Converters now too. Also, in the 700r4, I've seen a few complaints about the Dacco Converters. I ran many Dacco Th350 and Th400 converters in my builds back in the day, never had an issue with a single one of them. However that was over 25 years ago and **** changes, and I do mean ****. Things are not generally made they used to be.

 

[74 Shortbed]

I've never had any issues with anything from Daaco, been using them since the late 70's..

 

[PFenstermaker]

Ha, thanks guys, that's a big help. Sounds like the 350 converter is a no brainer.

And I was raised in the muscle car world, so it's always fun to read about other people's setups - whether or not it's on topic.

Thanks again.
- Paul