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I do no towing. Maybe every once in a while will have 500lbs in bed when moving something. Could do the shift kit and servo. Already have the shift firmed up a little with the handheld and can firm it more that way. Probably not the best way though.
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Originally Posted by Silver-Dollar
Sounds like the TC is going to be the better performance mod. What else should be done with a new converter? I already have a trans cooler (factory tow package) and I figure I can change shift points with the handheld. I am going to have to keep the stock shoes for now. I probably buy the headers before buying new tires.
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Originally Posted by TnTrk53
I vote headers. Horse power gain will be all the time, give you a solid half sec. in the quarter, and be great from a punch to the redline. And it will sound like a big block.
A really good converter like the one mentioned, is going to give you about 2 tenths in the first 60' if you don't smoke the tires.
A really good converter like the one mentioned, is going to give you about 2 tenths in the first 60' if you don't smoke the tires.
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You would definitely get better gains from the stall converter. I think you might also want to consider a shift kit, but definitely the servo upgrade and a good trans. cooler.
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Sorry for the delay in response. Thanks for your inputs. I still sitting on the fence about this one. I am kinda leaning towards doing the headers now and in a few months or so get the TC. The headers will add some low end torque and are good idea to get before getting other mods. Again thanks for the input.
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Because I thought it would be helpful in making the decision. From what appears, a TC should have gearing, cam specs, and weight considered. Well since I have not decided of going the route of a gear swap or cam, how can I decide on the converter? It just started making since to do the other items first. What order did you get your mods?
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Originally Posted by BADMOFO
I can't imagine headers knocking a half of a second off in the quarter. I'm not saying its not possible, I just can't believe it. Get the converter.
2000_silverado _SS put them on his,replacing shorties. and went from 14.5
to 14.01. I am a believer. Try 'em and you will be too.
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