We examine torque converters, a vital component of drag racing automatic transmissions, and how to find a properly sized converter that best matches your engine's power curve - Car Craft Magazine ...

So what purpose does a converter serve, and how does it work? “A torque converter is a fluid coupling that functions as a means of transferring power from the engine to the transmission.

Rated torque converter stall speeds vary due to engine size, engine torque output characteristics, vehicle weight, camshaft, and other factors.

After the converter swap was performed, a ride in the local south Jersey Pine Barrens confirmed what we anticipated—improved drivability with less slippage and crisper shifts.

If this is the case, the electrically operated torque converter clutch solenoid is sticking, maintaining the differential pressure in the converter housing that keeps the clutch engaged.