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Old Feb 6, 2013 | 04:33 PM
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I'm running a 5.3 fbo with a 224/224 cam n 33" m/t tires will be good to run a 3200 tq converter with 4.56 gears or do I need to go with a bigger tq converter
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Old Feb 6, 2013 | 04:56 PM
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No, but you'll be needing a bigger fuel tank!
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Old Feb 6, 2013 | 05:03 PM
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Good 1, so ill be good with that converter then
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Old Feb 6, 2013 | 05:54 PM
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Is this your daily driver, do you tow with it, mostly city or highway driving?
A 3200 should be a good all around stall speed. You can still tow with it and it will be decent in the city. If your looking for more performance go with a higher stall speed, say 3600 or so.
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Old Feb 6, 2013 | 06:09 PM
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i got the same set up 220 cam with heads and alittle more stuff. im running a 3200 with 373's on 33in tires... id go 430's and ull love it
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Old Feb 7, 2013 | 10:15 PM
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I think you would be happier with a 3600 stall.
my 3200 just wasnt enough with my TSP 220
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Old Feb 8, 2013 | 07:31 AM
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alot depends on your wnat for the truck too. if you plan on towing/mudding/4x4 i wouldnt go over a 3200. but have u though of getting a multi disk? i think whats killing you the most is gears? id say install them first and see how you like it? im running a 3200 with 33's and #.73 gears and i cant get on it from a dig and stay in my lane?
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Old Feb 8, 2013 | 07:32 AM
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Originally Posted by GREENSIERRA
I think you would be happier with a 3600 stall.
my 3200 just wasnt enough with my TSP 220
yo also have massive tires... and a grip of weight. apples to oranges... ?
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Old Feb 9, 2013 | 07:07 PM
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I also have 5.38 gears to compensate for those tires and weight of my truck
I am basing my opinion on when I feel the power coming on
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Old Feb 9, 2013 | 07:33 PM
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You need to call circle d and talk to them about it. That is the best way to spec your stall. We can all sit here and guess with our limited knowledge. You talk to Chris and he can let you know just exactly what you need.
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