Has anyone used this converter? My TCI 3000 crapped out on me. $475.00 sounds like a good deal.

 

I have one that I bought used, and I LOVE it...... it is AWSOME

 

i love mine. i probably will not buy another stall though. it is not practical for how i use my truck. i have a Z71 with All Terrain tires so i don't really get much use out of a stall. it can be fun though when at a light, i put it in 4hi. also, i have done many burn outs with it. that is when my tires are already bald and i am eventually going to get new ones. no need for me to roast new tires.

the yank 3000 is very streetable. i can tow heavy loads with it still.

 

what happened with the TCI? how many miles were on it? reason i ask is i have a TCI SF3000 and am getting ready to throw it in.

 

I run a Yank TT3000 also, but will be upgrading to the SC3000 here pretty soon!

 

I ve heard a lot of negative about TCI.

 

had less than 5k on it. Bad vibrations and "searches"at lockup. When it locks it sounds like 2 beer cans in my trans. Puttin 500hp to it though w/ the turbo.

 

yep my first one crapped on me after 5k mi. the lockup clutch had went out. so they sent me the upgraded one with the billet cover for no extra charge. i don't know how long this one will last though.

 

trever why are you going to the sc3000?

 

I have a Yank PT3200 and cant wait to get that thing installed.

From what i understand/read about converters. On higher stall converters, the efficiency hurts with the 278mm housings. Basically the AoA (angle of attack) of the turbine is less then optimal, but necessary to get the desired stall. On smaller 245mm housings, the AoA can be set for more efficiency, yet due to its smaller design when used in conjuction with high-powered engines, it will still stall high. And in theory should still be a 'tight' converter.

This is my take on the differences between 278mm and 245mm TC's And is no way written by a professional.

EDIT: only the Yank SST3200 is a 245mm housing. the SC3000/PT3200 is a 258mm housing, but is the only ones with 6 mounting lugs!