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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 07:18 PM
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Lock Up Torque Converters

Hi guys,

I have a question regarding lock up torque converters. How exactly do they work and what is thier purpose? And, which productions trucks come with them stock? I understand that locking them up has a performance benefit but am curious as to how they operate.

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Matt
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 08:41 PM
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Originally Posted by smooth89
Hi guys,

I have a question regarding lock up torque converters. How exactly do they work and what is thier purpose? And, which productions trucks come with them stock? I understand that locking them up has a performance benefit but am curious as to how they operate.

Thanks,

Matt

94 and up.
the 94/95 trans are mechanical vs the 96 up electronic.
lock up converter is exactly what it counds. using clutch plates.
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Old Feb 20, 2012 | 10:13 PM
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I kind of thought that is what it did but wasn't sure.....and all trannys (automatics) 94 and newer have lock up torque converters?
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Old Feb 21, 2012 | 01:49 AM
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yep i believe so.
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