<VV> Torque Converters

[Brent Covey]

> It might. Previous generation  FWD Honda 4 cylinder cars have TCs that
not
> only lock up, but turn the correct direction for a Corvair.
> Now, assuming you could get a way to connect it to a PG, (probably no mean
> trick) you'd also need to find a way to send fluid pressure to the lock up
> clutch, and then figure out how to install a solenoid, and then control
it.
> Or, reverse the rotation of the engine and install a Porsche automatic.

All that would be neccesary to engage the lockup if its pressure operated
would be to put a solenoid on the converter return port along the left side
tubular drain on the differential casting. There would be little advantage
to this in a Corvair as the converters have very good efficiency however,
the slip is miniscule compared to most cars.

Brent Covey
Vancouver BC