Flush torque converter with drain plug

[Outlawd]

My 71 charger daily driver tranny needs rebuilt. Got a kit coming from Cope but a basic factory replacement torque converter is out of stock most everywhere. My current tc has a drain plug, is there a good way to bench flush the converter?

 

[Dave6T4]

I have one of those parts washer tanks and flush converters in there. I know that not everyone has one, but you could take your converter to a local engine rebuilder who would have one. A box of beer might cover the cost.

 

[khryslerkid]

If the oil looked contaminated or lots of particles in the oil the converter needs to be thoroughly cleaned or replaced. Always a good idea to do this with a fresh trans rebuild. Maybe your transmission shop could recommend a torque converter shop.

 

[Outlawd]

If the oil looked contaminated or lots of particles in the oil the converter needs to be thoroughly cleaned or replaced. Always a good idea to do this with a fresh trans rebuild. Maybe your transmission shop could recommend a torque converter shop.

Yep, I understand I need to thoroughly clean which is why I posted the question. Do you have a procedure to flush out that works good?

 

[khryslerkid]

Yep, I understand I need to thoroughly clean which is why I posted the question. Do you have a procedure to flush out that works good?

I always bought a new tc. Dave6t4 has a good idea. I'm hoping someone will chime in on where they are available. Hard to believe they are hard to find.

 

[toolmanmike]

Need a converter? Contact Precision of New Hampton. https://gopnh.com/

 

[tom jaffeux]

Try transpartsonline.com look like they have some in stock

 

[Dave6T4]

If there is any metal in the drained converter oil (test with a magnet), the converter is junk and will continue to contaminate new fluid with metal particles. Time for a new converter.

 

[Outlawd]

Found one from Precision New Hampton, thanks guys.