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cableguy0 · 12-05-2012, 01:02 AM

The cheapest way to get strong is a th400. I would remove the thought of a 700r4 from your head now unless you want to spend 3-4grand. A basically race ready th400 can be done for 1/4 of that. Keep in mind your money will be spent on the torque converter. You NEED a good converter with an anti ballooning plate. You need to order from a quality company such as ATI,TCI,COAN etc. Plan to spend at least 600 bucks and more than likely closer to 900-1000 dollars to get a converter that will survive 650hp in a truck.

12-05-2012, 01:02 AM	#2
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: A couple questions... The cheapest way to get strong is a th400. I would remove the thought of a 700r4 from your head now unless you want to spend 3-4grand. A basically race ready th400 can be done for 1/4 of that. Keep in mind your money will be spent on the torque converter. You NEED a good converter with an anti ballooning plate. You need to order from a quality company such as ATI,TCI,COAN etc. Plan to spend at least 600 bucks and more than likely closer to 900-1000 dollars to get a converter that will survive 650hp in a truck. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.