Any Experiences with The LuK TorCon TC0017 Torque Converter?

[Scrappycrow]

Y'all,

In one of Summit's latest mini catalogs, I ran across the Luk TorCon TC0017. Here's a page on the Sonnax site about it, and a page on an industry site about it (yes, these are both clearly marketing).

So, does anyone have any experience with this particular converter? Any input on this converter or their parts in general, @NickTransmissions ?

Yes, I'm well aware of one of the board's favorites, the CVC BU60FHD. Yes, the LuK is new (not reman'd) and is thus more expensive, but that means not having to deal with sending the core back and the expense of sending the core back as is necessary with the CVC.

Thanks in advance,
Scrappy

 

[Foggy]

Looks decent to me. I had mine built from PATC , but it looks like they are out
of business now which sucks...
You might try to check with LUK directly to see what the TC Clutch material is
and if it's the same size as stock or what
My patc is a better material and is supposed to be 40% larger clutch area

 

[donjetman]

My favorite is Precision 4646 that I installed 6+ yrs & 70K ago at just over $200 and still going strong.

https://www.tahoeyukonforum.com/threads/rear-main-seal-job-pan-etc-07-yukon-denali-6-2.108334/page-2

 

[MWD_CTSV]

The LUK Torcon 6l80 converter is based on the smaller body from the 2015+ 4.8L with a welded plate, but uses a multi-plate clutch for longevity. LUK is a long time OEM quality supplier for GM.

This might be the best stock replacement for the 4.8L/5.3L. All new parts, precision assembly and a multi plate clutch for greater lifetime.

A multi-plate clutch designed for slip is the best option for the stock programming. The LUK is probably the most cost effective option for a stock replacement with a 200K lifetime.

 

[Scrappycrow]

Thanks for the info, @MWD_CTSV . I have disabled lockup in 1-4 with my original converter and intend to reenable lockup (but with zero slip) when I install a new converter, so I'll have to find out more info about whether their clutch material can be used with zero slip.

 

[Charlie207]

The LUK Torcon 6l80 converter is based on the smaller body from the 2015+ 4.8L with a welded plate, but uses a multi-plate clutch for longevity. LUK is a long time OEM quality supplier for GM.

This might be the best stock replacement for the 4.8L/5.3L. All new parts, precision assembly and a multi plate clutch for greater lifetime.

A multi-plate clutch designed for slip is the best option for the stock programming. The LUK is probably the most cost effective option for a stock replacement with a 200K lifetime.

WHat are the downsides of this TQ vs. something like the tried & true BU60FHD?

 

[MWD_CTSV]

Thanks for the info, @MWD_CTSV . I have disabled lockup in 1-4 with my original converter and intend to reenable lockup (but with zero slip) when I install a new converter, so I'll have to find out more info about whether their clutch material can be used with zero slip.

slip capable material is difficult to achieve with longevity, so they generally all have good characteristics, including good static friction. I don't know of any good slippable clutch material that doesn't work well with programmed zero slip. Given that the clutch is multiplate and rated for high torque, is should excel at zero-slip compared side by side with a stock converter.

 

[MWD_CTSV]

WHat are the downsides of this TQ vs. something like the tried & true BU60FHD?

The only downsides I could see are that it may have a slightly higher stall speed, because of the smaller case. Aside from that, the LUK is better in every way on paper vs a reman, even with the forged cover.

 

[Charlie207]

The only downsides I could see are that it may have a slightly higher stall speed, because of the smaller case. Aside from that, the LUK is better in every way on paper vs a reman, even with the forged cover.

Hmm. Interesting.

I wish I had known about this when I was swapping TCs last year.