We will try to keep this short since high stall torque converters is a long subject. When the torque converter locks up while it’s under load, this is called “stalling.” Say you have a car with a stall converter that goes down to 2,500 RPM. If you hold down both the gas and brake pedals…
Transmission problems can range from minor sensor issues to major mechanical failures. Identifying symptoms early can prevent costly repairs and keep your car running smoothly. Common Symptoms & Possible Causes 1. Slipping Gears Symptoms:✅ Engine revs up, but the car doesn’t accelerate as expected.✅ Feels like the transmission “slips” out of gear.✅ Delayed or erratic…
Steps To Replacing A Torque Converter Follow these 10 steps to replace your car’s existing torque converter: Step 1 This one is simple: make sure your vehicle is parked on a flat (and clean) surface. Step 2 Support the weight of the vehicle onto two jack stands after one end has been lifted off the…
A TCC solenoid (Torque Converter Clutch solenoid) is an electronic valve found in automatic transmissions. It controls the Torque Converter Clutch (TCC), which helps improve fuel efficiency and reduce heat by locking the torque converter at higher speeds. How It Works The torque converter allows the engine and transmission to operate independently at lower speeds.…
There are three main kinds of ways that a vehicles engine can produce power. The most typical is a conventional engine. The second most typical is a turbocharged engine. And finally, the third way is via supercharged engine. However, what is a supercharger? Additionally, why would it be utilized over a conventional engine or turbocharged…
Turbochargers are a power booster attached to a vehicle’s engine that is manufactured to optimize general efficiency and increased performance. This is why a lot of vehicle manufacturers are deciding to turbocharge their vehicles. NOTE: When installing a turbocharger, it is recommended to also upgrade your torque converter. How Do Turbochargers Work? A turbocharger is…
Torque converters are sealed components; their insides rarely see daylight, and if they do, they’re still hard to understand! Picture having 2 fans facing one another. Turn one on, and it is going to blow air over the other fan’s blades, making it spin. However, if you stop the second fan, the first fan is…
In relation to calculating the performance of an engine, the words “brake horsepower” (bhp) plays a vital function. It measures the amount of power an engine generates and helps us comprehend the efficiency and proficiencies of a vehicle. Brake Horsepower Defined Brake horsepower is a calculation that demonstrates the actual usable power generated by an…
The automotive industry has a language all on its own, including a wide range of acronyms representing a likewise wide range of technical characterizations and features. In the case of “RPM”, the letters mean “revolutions per minute” and represents the amount of times an engine’s crank-shaft fully rotates every sixty seconds, usually presented in a…
A lot of people use their vehicle daily. They get used to the way it drives, and they can sense when something is amiss. Your transmission is a vital component in your vehicle. It’s important to observe any change in the performance of the vehicle, specifically your transmission, to avoid spending thousands more than needed…