Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

Is it really a good idea (feasible) to turbo an automatic ?

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RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

it can be done but you may need to strengthen the trans a bit but if you are drag racing it is a good thing keep the power in it and never miss a shift

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

I had a boosted auto.....its ok if u keep the power low........but the tranny does take a beating

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

I dont know what it is about people dogging an auto turbo so bad. Its starting to piss me off frankly and its ignorant to really say so in the first place. It is very possible and it will be fine as long as you keep it on moderate boost like 6 or 7 psi.

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

how would I strengthen my transmission ? Would I have to buy a totally new trans?

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

i would never do it, you would regret it as time passes by...

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http://www.tciauto.com/Products/Spor...ct/default.asp

I've heard their racing overhaul kits are good for 300hp. Might wanna contact them to be sure though.

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

ya id say if ya built the tranny to handle it it should be fine....

BUT LIKE ANY TRANNY..... its only built for so much power..... adding more power will obiously push your system harder.. and definatly need to be upgraded...........

RE: Turbocharging an automatic. Good or bad ?
 

if you really WANT to upgrade, get a high stall torque converter......i had 10 psi on my auto for awhile, and then the motor blew up lol

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ORIGINAL: Pete

i had 10 psi on my auto for awhile, and then the motor blew up lol

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lol yea but wasnt it cuz of your oil pump or something, not the boost?

And get a Stage 2 clutch and flywheel, thatd help