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Originally Posted by RocktimusPryme
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I got a converter. I did not get a harness.
I have a B&M ratchet shifter that accommodates 3 or 4 speeds.
And yeah I was more asking if we felt like the 34 sprag direct drum was worth it at 600 ftlbs. If I decide to rebuild it before using it, I would probably replace it anyway, but I might take the dude at his word that its a runner and just see what happens. Just toss in that HD-2 shift kit, change to the new style plug and throw it in with a controller.
I have also considered using the stock converter until a good deal on a performance one comes across my lap locally. Not that big of a deal to change a converter. What Ive actually been thinking is going to the big track and chasing 11.90s, than if I hit that I would be more okay with tossing in the OD and living without a big money converter for a while. I just really want to be able to say its an 11 second car. I had 1/8 mile times last year that make me think I can do that on the current setup.
As far as manually shifting it, I have considered that in the past, but because I have the terminator kit, I would probably upgrade to the Max and take full advantage of the electronic capabilities.
The other option that I have to ask Holley/EFI systems pros about is if I can output the items I would need (RPM, TPS) from the Terminator, to a standalone shift unit. Which while a second box would be annoying, it might save me $500. Upgrading my terminator box as I mentioned is $1100 and the will give you a $100 rebate for your old unit. Im not sure if a working Terminator X ECu would be worth more than $100 on eBay.
I know the Terminator has auxiliary hookups that you can use for extra gauges and whatnot, but I dont know if you can set specific outputs.
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The Gas Truck 4l80e converters are actually pretty decent factory pieces. Yeah it may not be optimal, but I don't necessarily think it'll leave you wanting, unless you're really chasing 10ths.
The US Shift Quick 4 can take your RPM signal and they also have a TPS breakout harness that will work with your Terminator.
https://www.usshift.com/store.shtml#tpsB
Their breakout harnesses include diode protection so they don't mess with the incoming signal to your ECU and also cleans up the signal heading to your TCU.
That being said, the price isn't that much different now, unless you can find a second hand Quick 4. They are $795 now. They were around $500.00 about 2 years ago.
Given the minimal cost difference, I'd probably opt to upgrade to the Terminator Max.
One thing you'll also have to check with the terminator max is what pressure solenoid it supports. You may need to add the late 4l80 solenoid. The early solenoids are silver, the lates are black.