oldguysrt10
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I'd like to upgrade over the OEM when I replace the failure.
Thanks,
oldguy
Thanks,
oldguy
FATJACK said:Check with TCI Transmissions in Memphis, Tn. they will have it.
The Itch said:I just read your email then found this thread... Dayum! Do you think it will be ready for your trip?:dontknow:
Your truck is obviously making additional power over stock. I was curious if the other 2 you mentioned were forced, spraying or stock. I have the torque management disabled and a 93 octane tune and thought (since I was being super conservative) I would be safe against twisting my drive train out of whack... In fact I think I'm going out and crawl under it right now...
If you do find an acceptable aftermarket, post it for the rest of us QC guys.
Silverback said:Sounds to me that something else is causing the problem.
oldguysrt10 said:I don't know if my truck will be repaired in time for the trip to Florida but if not I'll rent a mini-van (please don't laugh folks) so I can bring your rims, drag radials, and lug nuts.
If you develop what sounds like an exhaust leak that isn't (slight ticking under acceleration when under load) that transitions into also sounding as though a power steering pump or alternator bearing is going out but only makes the noise when driving, and finally a drivetrain vibartion, failure is imminent. First sympton to failure on mine was about 30 miles.
oldguy
The Itch said:Wife has a Kia Sedona... :dontknow:
You do know, every time I hear a "TIC" now I'm going to have to pull over and check it out ...
oldguysrt10 said:Sorry....really. I'll keep you posted on anything I find as an upgrade or definitive cause.
I don't really think short-term high stress/high power situations are much of a contributor. There are just too many people on the forum using the same stock flywheel that have more punch than my truck. Minor variables like alignment, where individual pieces are in the tolerance range, etc. could be contributors if/when there's a failure but I'm still inclined to believe cyclic fatigue from flexing under load is the problem. The aftermarket torque converter I'm having installed has more surface area for contact with the flywheel than the stock one and as a result should provide additional support strength. The down-side though is it will apply more short-term stress at lock-up. Right now I only know the problem, speculate on the cause, and have no idea on a fix except for a temporary band-aid.
Best to all,
oldguy
oldguysrt10 said:Sorry....really.
oldguy
ZCx said:have ya'll checked the damper.
rubber in good shape. any signs of wobble or slippage?????
& the QC cabs were the first Viper with an auto. thats sort of interestin:dontknow: :dontknow: :dontknow:
oldguysrt10 said:It's always easier to discredit the ideas of others than to have one of your own. Does your believing it's something else have a basis in experience, education, or just gut reaction resulting in a non-value adding post? I'm truly interested in any logical suggestion I could perhaps apply that would eliminate the risk.
My posting the probable cause as cyclic fatigue on an inherently weak location of a poor engineering solution was primarily from the input of automotive engineers that were involved in the failures of the other 7 I mentioned.
Best to all,
oldguy
Silverback said:Okay, I'm done doing the important stuff, so I will explain it to you.
What I was trying to convey to you was the fact that the flex plate is not the problem. It's what is failing as the result of another issue.
I don't know why I'm telling you since you were kind of an ass, but I guess I have a soft spot for those who suffer from ignorance.
Anyway, the problem is probably with the torque converter. The outer steel stamping is weak. You have the 3 attach point from the converter to the flex plate. These are just standoffs that are welded to the converter shell. Since the converter shell flexes it causes the flex plate to suffer from a fatgiue failure.
This has been a problem with the Cummins diesel rigs for years. They generally go to a machined billit converter shell and it cures the problem.
Hope you're f*cking happy now.