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Old 11-29-2009 | 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by scotthughes
265/75/16 tires and 3.73 gears is what i have. any ideas what the cruise at?
I would guestimate a sub 2000 RPM, maybe right at 2000, cruise for your specs. Looking forward to your order -

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Old 11-29-2009 | 01:53 PM
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Originally Posted by greenz71
Hey Chris, how does this converter tow? I will almost never tow more than 4000lbs, but couple of times a month will do 2500lbs. Will it be ok with a trans cooler?
I have quite a few guys towing with the 278mm and it works great. It uses the 12" clutch, so when you get to lock up it is plenty strong. So just get a cooler like you mentioned to keep the temps down while not in lock up and you will be good to go. Under 200° is good, but under 180° is preferred.

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Old 11-30-2009 | 12:51 AM
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I have quite a few guys towing with the 278mm and it works great. It uses the 12" clutch, so when you get to lock up it is plenty strong.
Chris,

What's your max recommended stall on this TC for towing with a 5.3L Tahoe? And does changing the cam afterwards (but keeping the cam mild) affect your recommendation?

Thanks!
Old 11-30-2009 | 07:57 AM
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Chris,

What's your max recommended stall on this TC for towing with a 5.3L Tahoe? And does changing the cam afterwards (but keeping the cam mild) affect your recommendation?

Thanks!
There is not a definite answer. Depends on what you are wanting out of a converter. I have a lot of guys with the 3000 that tow quite often. They have big coolers to make sure the temps never get high. I also have a few guys that like a 2500 for their towing/performance truck. I think you will be fine with a 3000 for most towing needs. If you use it for work and tow just about every day and towing a couple tons, then might step down to the 2500 or even leave it stock. Hope this helps some.

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pm sent this might be my next mod
Old 12-10-2009 | 09:33 AM
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^^^ you are gonna love it Im really loving mine thanks Chris
Old 12-10-2009 | 06:03 PM
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Just another praise for the 278mm stall. My 60' went from a best of 2.06 with the stock stall to 1.83 with the Circle-D. Also my shifts only drop 1500 between shifts instead of 2k. There is no way I would look past this stall...it's by far the most bang for your buck.
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circle D FTW!!!!! i love my 3C!!
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Old 12-21-2009 | 07:35 AM
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Bump for the day - Great converter great price.

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