sunroofgtx
Weenie Recruiter
Reged: Jul 03 2003
Loc: Cleveland
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2002 2500 Cummins 4x2 . Mostly a work truck, but tow the racecar sometimes. 85k miles. I've heard of a valve body upgrade while upgrading the converter is a must. Don't have a ton of $ to do un-needed upgrades. I would love to hear any thoughts on "smart" upgrades. Thanks Moparts
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lowell66dart
super gas
Reged: Feb 06 2003
Loc: south louisiana
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A good deep pan (more capacity = cooler fluid) and a premium tranny fluid such as Amsoil. You may want to think about a cooler thermostat for the Cummins also. I can get you the part number if your interested. This will lower your tranny temperature by 20 degrees. Maybe do a band adjustment while you have the pan off.
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66 Dart,10.054 so far
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Truckman
enthusiast
Reged: Feb 10 2008
Loc: Erie Pa.
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These guys are the tranny experts. http://www.goerend.com/ Their name comes up in every discussion about tranny's on every diesel forum. They will advise you, sell you the parts, and tell you how to install them.
You won't believe the difference a single disc converter makes.
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'96 Ram 4X4 Cummins/auto
'81 Ram 2wd shortbed. Cummins conversion underway.
Edited by Truckman (Thu Nov 12 2009 03:07 PM)
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moparnut426
stinky feet
Reged: Mar 07 2007
Loc: Finally a HUSKER again
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Get ahold of Pat at SMR trannys 888-846-6603.
He is awsome, and can get ya set up for anything.
He is out of canada eh.
Kasey
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FASTBACK66
mopar addict
Reged: Oct 04 2004
Loc: Nebraska
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Quote:
These guys are the tranny experts. http://www.goerend.com/
Only if you can get those clowns to answer the phone. I was in the market for one this summer and after 20 or so calls to them at various times of the day Mon.-Fri. they never answered. They did return my call since I finally left a message. By then I said screw it when they wanted $750 for a converter.
There is a tranny shop in Omaha,NE that HP383 found for me that has them in stock for $300-$400 depending on what you want. Goerends are billet and tough I'm sure but unless it's only towing max capacity do you really need a $750 converter? Not me.
Vinny
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1966 Charger 383/auto
1978 crew cab 440/auto
1975 SWB Powerwagon 383/auto <-wifes
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sunroofgtx
Weenie Recruiter
Reged: Jul 03 2003
Loc: Cleveland
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Well, about the 750 converter. I want "One Million Miles" on this pig, and rumors have it that I need a quality converter, valve body and cooling package on it to do it. What about an ATI with all of the Sonix mods to the pressure reg valve. Full time lube so the converter stays charged? Thanks guys, more input, please..
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Pre-Fit and Custom-Fit Ignition Wires, All Engine's www.CustomWireSets.com
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scottydog
member
Reged: Mar 22 2007
Loc: Steeler Country
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Rick, our tech only installs ATI's. Not sure about any other details. I can check tomorrow.
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I mostly enjoy golfing in the 70's.. The eighties are just too hot, and 60's I usually get chilly !!
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440trk
President, Pennsylvania Hooters Chapter
Reged: Jan 19 2003
Loc: near Harrisburg, Pa
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Rick,
Go here and nose around for a bit. LOTS of great guys and great info on the Cummins trucks
http://www.cumminsforum.com/forum/
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Mike (440trk)
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J_BODY
master
Reged: Apr 30 2003
Loc: aZLiViN
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Quote:
These guys are the tranny experts. http://www.goerend.com/ Their name comes up in every discussion about tranny's on every diesel forum. They will advise you, sell you the parts, and tell you how to install them.
You won't believe the difference a single disc converter makes.
I built my trans using Dave G's 3disc converter and valve body kit and a few helpful building tips he has provided. In my book there is no one else to deal with. The trans now compliments my engine mods nicely. I have also sold four of his "box" transmissions to good customers that were in need of a good trans and all of them are still very satisfied with the product. FWIW Dave has always called me back within a day or two of me leaving a message. Busy guy, small shop, I've never expected a call within the hour.
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J_BODY
master
Reged: Apr 30 2003
Loc: aZLiViN
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Goerends are billet and tough I'm sure but unless it's only towing max capacity do you really need a $750 converter? Not me.
Honest recomendations, helpful hints on my build, lifetime warranty on the converter, great low end grunt when pulling.....Yes, ME!!
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tims69belvedere
Lives in a van...Down By The River!!
Reged: Mar 25 2007
Loc: Boise, Idaho, U.S.A.
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www.ultimatetransmission.com  They do plenty of high horsepower and also pulling pickups as well
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sunroofgtx
Weenie Recruiter
Reged: Jul 03 2003
Loc: Cleveland
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I have heard different stories of multiple-disc converters versus single. it's just a work truck, that pulls my open trailer and GTX several times a year.
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Pre-Fit and Custom-Fit Ignition Wires, All Engine's www.CustomWireSets.com
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J_BODY
master
Reged: Apr 30 2003
Loc: aZLiViN
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I'm betting a single disc would do you fine.... Actually that's what Dave Goerend suggested for my usage as I only have "light" mods and use the truck as a tool to tow my toys. On the other hand I have spent enough money twice over the years on the racecar that I just went ahead and got the triple disc. If I want to throw more mods at the truck (highly unlikely) the trans will handle it.
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Chilort
Will Work For Mopars
Reged: Sep 10 2004
Loc: Atlanta
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Don't these already have a really deep pan? I'm using a pan for a Cummins auto on my 727 and the nice solid spacer that goes with it.
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