any experience with these converters?

[blackblazer717]

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ape-54053

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/aaf-all26920


both are rated for 2800-3200 stall
wasn't sure if anyone has had experience with allstar converters? its a reman, im iffy about that. and also the boss hog, I have one in the car now just a much lower stall.
thanks in advance

 

[wedgie]

From what I have seen, a cheap convertor is.........a cheap convertor. My Turbo Action worked absolutely great but was expensive. I pulled it and the 727 for a 4 speed swap. Rowing gears is fun, unless you're in stop and go.

 

[Kern Dog]

The stall rating is impossible to rate without knowing the vehicle weight, engine size, camshaft operating range, axle gearing and tire size. All those factors combine to determine the stall. A 64 Valiant with a 170 slanty and 2.76 gears is the weakest, lightest car you can figure, while a 77 New Yorker with every available option and a smogged out 440 would be the heaviest. While they would use different transmissions, their official "stall" rating would be vastly different.
A low power engine in a heavy car needs LESS stall. A high power engine in a light car can be more forgiving to a wider range of stall ratings. A call to a converter manufacturer will help immensely.

 

[blackblazer717]

well, thanks for the input, I should have been more clear, I understand stall completely, I more was wondering if anyone had any input on the brands?
non the less thank you!

also, I myself enjoy rowing gears. 2 of my mopars are 4 speeds, this is for my drag car
thanks

 

[snakeoil24]

Torque converters are either made by cheap rebuilder companies and they are marginal or Specialty guys like Frank Lupo from Dynamic who can produce really well tuned converters for you. Anyway a good converter will run you minimum $500.00 to 600 dollars, as much as 900.00 or more for all out race.