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Old 02-08-2018, 03:08 PM
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So I picked up another nnbs single cab Im going to use to tow my polaris and toy hauler. Should be under 7k lbs. Ive already got a built 14 bolt, trac bars, helper bags, distribution hitch, 3.73 gears w 33's. I know this sounds strange but its a th400 trans. Anyhow, I tow through alot of mountains so im between turbo, whipple, or procharger. Right now Im leaning toward procharger. Thoughts?
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My choice would be whipple with a tight converter.
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Put a whipple on it for stump pulling power
Put a pro charger on it for high rpm power
Put a turbo on it if you want everything to play nice
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Originally Posted by Atomic
My choice would be whipple with a tight converter.
You beat me to it lol
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Originally Posted by Atomic
My choice would be whipple with a tight converter.
how tight are you thinking? Its a 5.3. Ive been talking to circle d, They have a perfect one picked out i just need to get back to them with a stall speed and cam choice.
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I forgot to ask you, why is there a TH400 in the truck? Is this a retired drag truck?
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Originally Posted by MrHorsepowerLSx
I forgot to ask you, why is there a TH400 in the truck? Is this a retired drag truck?
Nah, Im just old school
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how tight are you thinking? Its a 5.3. Ive been talking to circle d, They have a perfect one picked out i just need to get back to them with a stall speed and cam choice.
No more than 2400-2600. Youll be making a lot of heat when you load it up with weight and power. A loose converter is difficult to control towing at low speeds, ends up being very jerky.
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Tighter the better... no overdrive is one thing but no converter lock up is another totally. Whatever your predicted cruise rpm is... pick a stall below that.
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Im still considering the 4l80 and going with 4.56's. If I could just get a clear answer on a 4l80 and mp3023 tc working together Id prob go that route. Im lost on tuning and wiring to get it to work.
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