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Do you need a torque converter lockup kit?

Do you need a torque converter lockup kit?

No issues at all with sway, so van is properly packed. Had the Richards torque converter lockup kit fitted in Murray Bridge before crossing the Nullarbor. While I have not seen any huge reductions in fuel consumption, except where stated below.

Which is the best torque converter for towing?

Welcome to this forum. In very general terms a vehicle will use about double the fuel when towing compared to not towing. If you have a LC 200 series towing heavy van 3T + then S4 is the gear to tow in at 90 to 95 kph. This is the sweet spot and this will keep your transmission temp normal and give you best fuel consumption.

How does a torque converter work on a flywheel?

To move the converter forward and flush with the flywheel, I turned the converter to bring it forward. Did I screw up in how I unseated the converter and brought it forward to the flywheel for the bolts to be inserted?

When do you pull forward a torque converter?

Typically it will need to come forward about 1/4-3/8″. If it had been flush with or tight against the flexplate before you bolted them together that would indicate the splines weren’t fully engaged on the input shaft. You done good. Carry on. Agreed. It’s actually GOOD that it had to be pulled forward slightly.

Which is the best torque converter lock up kit?

We have done back to back testing on our Dyno, and when the Low speed lock-up is activated, we achieved over 25% more Torque to the wheels. The Dual speed Stocklock – lock-up kit is also a huge advantage going down hills, as this will give you engine braking (like a manual gearbox).

How big of a space do you need for torque converter?

Push the converter into the transmission as far as possible. Using a ruler or scale, check the distance between the converter pad and the flywheel as shown in Figure 1. Pull converter forward a minimum of 1/8 of an inch, maximum 3/16 of an inch. Using flat washers, remove any additional space between the converter and the flywheel.

How do you install a torque converter into a transmission?

Using a light grease, coat the transmission seal, front pump bushing, and converter neck. 4. Install converter into the transmission carefully trying not to damage the front seal and bushing. Once you are into the pump, hold the pilot of the converter with one hand to center the converter the best that you can.

Is there a torque converter lock up kit for Toyota Prado?

Transmission Lock-up kits are available for Toyota Land Cruiser 200 series, Toyota Prado and Toyota HiLux. If you own a 200 series Land Cruiser/ Prado or HiLux, this has got to be on the top of your list of up-grades.

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Ruth Doyle