Th350 converter

The maximum torque that this transmission could handle varied depending on the application to which it was being applied. The transmission would be modified so that the transmissions behind the stronger engines were able to handle the additional torque. The most torque from an engine that this transmission was applied to was lb-ft. This is an automatic transmission that is longitudinally mounted, making it applicable for rear-wheel drive cars.

This transmission is a 3 speed, and no overdrive gear was available. The gear ratios used for this transmission were 2. The Turbo transmission was a single piece transmission with the bell housing integrated into the transmission body. The transmission casing is made of cast aluminum. The TH was also known for its quite short length, with an overall length of That also converts into a lighter transmission that carries a weight of pounds.

The TH takes about 4 quarts in the pan, and then requires additional based on the torque converter being used. When combined with a 9. The Turbo transmission, commonly known as the TH, was a 3 speed automatic transmission that began phasing out the GM Powerglide in The TH then lasted 15 years before eventually being replaced by the R4.

The TH offered a substantial improvement to its predecessor, with the additional gear being an obvious improvement from the beginning. During its time of usage, the TH was used in virtually all rear wheel drive vehicles from General Motors, including the Corvette, Chevelle, and Nova. It was phased out of use and superceded by GM's R4 starting in The Turbo is the shortest and one of the strongest automatics that can be put into a Jeep. It features an integral bellhousing.

The TH weighs lbs. It has a distinctive oil pan that is chamfered at the passenger side, rear corner. At the right rear of the case is the modulator.

The THC was the lockup torque converter version introduced in the late model year, and was produced through This later version had an electronic lock-up converter to increase fuel-efficiency at cruising speeds. The THC lockup version can be identified by an electrical plug on the left side of the transmission. The two-wheel-drive TH works very well when converted for use with a Jeep transfer case. Image courtesy of Raptor. The HydraMatic may vary in clutch pack and band specifications.

As a general rule, transmissions found behind larger engines will have stronger specs. These transmission can be affordably rebuilt with stronger components in nearly every area. Additionally, shift improver kits are available to provide firmer, quicker shifts, reducing slippage, heat and clutch wear. There are also many styles of torque converter to better configure the transmission for optimal use in the particular vehicle's circumstances.

A turn-key TH, professionally built, OEM style or adapted and delivered to your door - ready for a variety of engines and Jeep transfer cases. Read more