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Originally Posted by streetfytr68
Occasionally stomping the throttle might be all that a VP stator is good for. Yes, Muscledrive converters are specific to pro-touring cars. Or, to generalize: Short sidewall, overdrive equipped hot rods that emphasize part throttle performance over WOT performance. How'z that sound?
By KISS, I was referring to the added complexity of separate hinge pins, stator fins, and actuators (piston) of a VP stator as opposed to a one piece stator. Even in the 60's, transmission transmission repair shops were prone to to toss the VP stator during a rebuild. I was negative 2 years old at the time. I never drove a VP car. Maybe I just cannot relate.
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FWIW: The 65 Riviera I have has a SP Converter and if really is pretty cool. I don't have mine on a toggle switch, and the stall isn't set as high as what I wrote in my post to you, although one can buy them that way.
They are a hoot at least in this car. Cruise around town no problem. Stop at a light and stand on it when it turns green and it's almost like a different car. That Riv weighs 2 Tons and with the 65 Nailhead and a cam, it will Roast the tires. 1/4 Mile Times aren't red hot with the mostly stock engine and all that weight, but for banging around town it will surprise folks.
Take Care,
Ty