07 4L60E trans question

[992dr]

It's your money, do with it what you want but I have never heard of anyone making the trade off you mention above when it comes to converter clutches...Are you saying the "lighter" clutch somehow provides measurable gains over a thicker (and vastly superior) clutch? Or am I misunderstanding?

Billet covers arent needed unless high performance or frequent HD towing/hauling.

Sorry, I can't say I'm the best at explaining.
This was a link he gave to explain the difference.

FAQs About Woven Carbon Friction Rings | Sonnax

Get answers to top questions about rebuilding torque converters with segmented, OE woven carbon friction ring material.

www.sonnax.com

I was just assuming the use of lighter more modern materials were beneficial over the traditional paper style. Though it is thinner being a superior fabric would be better/stronger than traditional paper style clutches.

I will be towing more frequently that was the reasoning for the billet cover. I think that's what ended my current converter because I did a lot more towing at the end of the year than I typically would have.

 

[NickTransmissions]

Sorry, I can't say I'm the best at explaining.
This was a link he gave to explain the difference.

FAQs About Woven Carbon Friction Rings | Sonnax

Get answers to top questions about rebuilding torque converters with segmented, OE woven carbon friction ring material.

www.sonnax.com

I was just assuming the use of lighter more modern materials were beneficial over the traditional paper style. Though it is thinner being a superior fabric would be better/stronger than traditional paper style clutches.

I will be towing more frequently that was the reasoning for the billet cover. I think that's what ended my current converter because I did a lot more towing at the end of the year than I typically would have.

Yea if you're going to be regularly towing heavy loads, I'd spring for the billet cover on your TC.

 

[992dr]

@NickTransmissions can you recommend or have a source where you get your converters from?

 

[NickTransmissions]

@NickTransmissions can you recommend or have a source where you get your converters from?

Several here have used Florida Torque Converters and have had good luck w/them.

All of my converters are built locally by my machinist/torque converter builder.

 

[992dr]

Several here have used Florida Torque Converters and have had good luck w/them.

All of my converters are built locally by my machinist/torque converter builder.

Thanks, just sent a request to FTC

Does your guy have any contact info

 

[992dr]

Well, here it is.

Now, can anyone give me some tips and tricks on installing it? Please

 

[donjetman]

Well, here it is.

Now, can anyone give me some tips and tricks on installing it? Please

https://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/thr...7-yukon-denali-6-2.108334/page-3#post-1293118

 

[strutaeng]

Well, here it is.

Now, can anyone give me some tips and tricks on installing it? Please

Make sure (triple check) that the converter gets seated all the way in. The common myth is that it's supposed to be "3 clunks" to get there. I don't believe that's always the case, depending on spline alignment and engagement.

I like to take a straightedge and place it across the transmission bell housing, then measure in a few spots to the converter pads. Not sure what that dimension should be, but you can find that online I'm sure.

Add some ATF to the converter before installing it, of course.

 

[992dr]

Make sure (triple check) that the converter gets seated all the way in. The common myth is that it's supposed to be "3 clunks" to get there. I don't believe that's always the case, depending on spline alignment and engagement.

I like to take a straightedge and place it across the transmission bell housing, then measure in a few spots to the converter pads. Not sure what that dimension should be, but you can find that online I'm sure.

Add some ATF to the converter before installing it, of course.

Thank you, I appreciate the help and info

I'll be spending some time watching some YouTube videos to make sure I have my garage situated for this haha.

 

[992dr]

Can finally close this case.
Installed the new converter today and everything is all set.

 

[992dr]

Here's the culprit. FTI w/billet plate = 10" in diameter New Circle D = 12" in diameter.
I wish I could remember the details when I bought it. It's been about 10/11 years and a lot of bullsh*t. But it definitely paid its dues.