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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 10:45 PM
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Default torque converter = efficiency?

since i have my 4:10 rear... if i got a yank 3000 TC... would it help my gas mileage???
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Old Oct 14, 2003 | 10:49 PM
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Default Re: torque converter = efficiency?

no, it will hurt your around town mileage a little and your highway mileage will stay the same.

it will hurt your tires! :-)
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Old Oct 15, 2003 | 08:46 AM
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Default Re: torque converter = efficiency?

Ditto what Parish said. But don't let that discourage you. A converter will still rock your world.
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Old Oct 15, 2003 | 10:10 AM
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I just ordered a 3000 for my truck. I will post details when it is installed next week hopefully.
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