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Old 05-06-2008, 11:44 PM
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Default PI Torque Converter, single vs multi disc ?

hello all,

Ok I am in the market for a torque converter, have heard enough about the TCI Streetfighter (re-worked stock) torque converter and decided to go with Precision Industries , how big a difference is there between their single disc and the multi disc model?

Is the PI single disc like the TCI, a re-worked stock unit, or a brand new part, is the multi-disc worth the extra $300 ? They both have a 2 year warranty so what is the harm in getting the single disc unit? When I supercharge I won't be doing insane boost levels, just enough to get me 400 RWHP/RWTQ, so basically sell me on the multi disc, what exactly does it have to offer over the single disc? I am looking at 3200 stall rpm.


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Old 05-07-2008, 06:43 AM
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As I understand it, a multi-plate TC will allow the converter to "hold" under high power levels, such as cars that are super- or turbocharged. Hopefully someone can explain this a little better than I can. At any rate, I have the PI multi-plate unit with a 3,000 stall. Had it for about 2 months with a naturally aspirated engine, and it seems like I get a little more torque and power transmitted to the rear wheels with it. But, I'll be putting on my Whipple this week, which is why I got it in the first place.

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I'm running a pi triple disc 3000 stall too.
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PI multidisc @3,500 here.

Get the multidisc, you wont have to worry anymore of the TC, this thing is bulletproof.
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Old 05-07-2008, 03:30 PM
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ORIGINAL: MexGT

PI multidisc @3,500 here.

Get the multidisc, you wont have to worry anymore of the TC, this thing is bulletproof.
which model do you have exactly?? been on their site and it's hard to tell which one
to order for my car.Gonna stay NA til next summer when going FI.

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Old 05-07-2008, 04:06 PM
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Default RE: PI Torque Converter, single vs multi disc ?

The Stallion is the only one for Fords.
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http://www.lightningforceperformance...-gt-p-475.html

Can't really find it anywhere else where it says without a doubt for 2005+ Mustang GT
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ORIGINAL: MexGT

PI multidisc @3,500 here.

Get the multidisc, you wont have to worry anymore of the TC, this thing is bulletproof.
how is drivability with that stall for DD?? must really get up and go!~
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You have to call PI and get the part #. They told me they don't have it listed on their website. I would give ST motorsports a call for PI converters good source.
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Default RE: PI Torque Converter, single vs multi disc ?

http://www.lightningforceperformance...-gt-p-475.html

here is the one I want but good god..for $1500 it better be a helluva mod lol ($600 install)


will be getting it after gears (3.73s or 4:10s) so it should really haul *** especially with the
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