I need a street/strip 2004R converter

[gg64ss]

I couldn't think of a better place to ask. I would say you guys run more 2004R trannies than anyone. I have a 64 Chevy II with a 406 and a Procharger. I need a converter. I'd like to know who makes the best converter for the money. This is mainly a street car and occasional trips to the track. The motor is making in the neighborhood of 650 to 700 hp. I have a 9in. Art Carr that is stalling around 3600. Hartline did a tune on it and said I have to go to a lower stall. I need to be around 2800-3000. This 9in. is heating up pretty bad in traffic. I was under the impression that a larger converter does not create a much heat. Is this true?

 

[QUIP'6']

I couldn't think of a better place to ask. I would say you guys run more 2004R trannies than anyone. I have a 64 Chevy II with a 406 and a Procharger. I need a converter. I'd like to know who makes the best converter for the money. This is mainly a street car and occasional trips to the track. The motor is making in the neighborhood of 650 to 700 hp. I have a 9in. Art Carr that is stalling around 3600. Hartline did a tune on it and said I have to go to a lower stall. I need to be around 2800-3000. This 9in. is heating up pretty bad in traffic. I was under the impression that a larger converter does not create a much heat. Is this true?

pats 10 inch Welcome to Pat's Performance Converters!

 

[aquickv6]

Alot of people here run the Art Carr non lock up unit like you have. Send it back and have it tightened up a little "O" or "P" stall is what you are looking for. If you want a lock up converter then the Precision Vigilante will also get the job done. Cal hartline can help you with either converter or offer other choices. Good Luck

 

[gg64ss]

Thanks for the help.

 

[a trail rider]

I used the AC 16930 and got stall speeds in the range you're looking for. It isn't a bigger converter though. In 2yrs or so of daily driving, it never gave a hint of trouble and never seemed to overheat in the least. The car didn't make as much power though, and that can make a difference.

 

[gg64ss]

I have been on the phone this morning. I have learned a few things. I know now that Art Carr is not Art Carr. I understand now why I have read the "real" Art Carr. I have to change the location of my cooler. There is alot of conflicting information out there from different companies.

 

[a trail rider]

Do beware of which "Art Carr" you buy from. The only way to go is "the real Art Carr" by all means. That's my personal opinion, so take it as non-professional.