Circle D
Performance Torque Converter - 3200 Stall
SKU: CD-CHALL-3200
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Mounts to
Drivetrain →Transmission
What You'll Need
Professional installation required — transmission must be removed. Fresh transmission fluid and a transmission cooler are strongly recommended. A custom tune is needed to optimize shift points.
Enthusiasts looking to improve their Challenger's performance
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Why Install This?
Benefits
- Higher stall speed lets the engine rev into its power band before launching
- Essential for automatic transmission cars making big power
Things to Know
- Professional installation recommended — requires specialty tools or expertise
What Does This Do?
If you have an automatic transmission, the torque converter is what connects the engine to the transmission (it's the automatic equivalent of a clutch). A 'stall speed' of 3200 RPM means the converter allows the engine to rev to 3200 RPM before the transmission starts to engage — this lets the engine get into its power band before launching the car. Benefits: dramatically harder launches (the car hits much harder off the line), better throttle response, and the converter is designed to handle the power of a modified engine. Trade-offs: slightly higher RPM at highway cruise (roughly 200-300 RPM higher), which increases fuel consumption and engine noise on the freeway. The 3200 stall is aggressive — your car will 'creep' less at stoplights and may feel sluggish below 2000 RPM until you get used to it. This is NOT a bolt-on — the transmission must be removed to install it. Budget $800-1200 for professional installation.
Technical Details
3200 RPM stall speed torque converter for 8HP-series automatic. Billet front cover, furnace brazed. Perfect for supercharged builds.
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