help choosing a torque converter,and a possible shift kit

[groovy75]

So, decided to take out my th350 transmission ,and have the good parts swapped into a new case, because the case I have now is jacked. So its going to boil down to a few warn parts and a torque converter that will be replaced, the trans i have in it now works fine, it just has a broken case. My setup is as follows. 350 /th350 205,dana 60 w 456s 14 bolts. W 456s and a Detroit, on 38 tsl tires. I dont know where to start. Also when I have the trans gone through, should I install a shift kit, or will that tear up u joints? Thanks all!

 

[groovy75]

OR , should I just get an aftermarket jobber and throw that in, may be cheaper?

 

[Greg Ducato]

It would not be a bad idea to have the trans modified for a better quality shift withreduced overlap between gears. This will give you a more positive shift without the excessive firmness that can be damaging. A good kit for this would be the small TransGo or Superior kits, usually around $30. If you have a stock style engine, running a 400 style converter instead of the 350 style will net you added fluid capacity, a bit lower stall speed and cooler running temps. These will interchange with no problem just be sure the flexplate has provision for the larger 400 bolt pattern, most do.

 

[imiceman44]

OR , should I just get an aftermarket jobber and throw that in, may be cheaper?

Do you have a case lined up yet?
I have a tranny I could sell you that we can gut.
And sorry yesterday was a flustercuck

 

[groovy75]

Hi Greg thank you for your response. I actually am headed out now to get a k case.Some pn#s would be greatly appreciated. Ill have it gone through .....

 

[Greg Ducato]

If you have a Transtar warehouse these are their part numbers for the TransGo kit and Superior kit:
TransGo T44165
Superior S44165

They sell a 400 converter under part number GM3