Can you refurbish a torque converter?
It is not usually possible to repair other parts or, rather, they cannot be bought as new ones, but only take from another torque converter. Therefore, the general rule is that the torque converter can only be repaired if its body is both inside and out a whole and the blades are not damaged.
What are torque converters worth?
Most auto repair shops will charge someone anywhere from $600 to $1000 for a torque converter replacement job. If you would rather do the replacement job yourself, then a new torque converter will cost anywhere from $150 to $500. The exact cost depends on the make and model of your vehicle.
Where can I buy a torque converter for my car?
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How does a high stall torque converter work?
The clutch locks the stator to the stator support to prevent the reversal of rotation. Basic Converter Operation: The torque converter is designed so the fluid flows from the impeller to the turbine then back to the impeller through the stator. This flow produces a maximum torque increase of 2:1 when the turbine is stalled.
How does a torque converter work on a turbine?
Basic Converter Operation: The torque converter is designed so the fluid flows from the impeller to the turbine then back to the impeller through the stator. This flow produces a maximum torque increase of 2:1 when the turbine is stalled.
What causes a torque converter to go bad?
Typically, the faults that develop in a torque converter relate to worn out bearings, lockup failing to engage, the one-way clutch on the stator, stripped splines, leakage and shuddering. Just getting to the torque converter to remove it is a major operation, as it requires the auto trans to be taken out as well.