Anyone here upgrade their Torque Converter?

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-25-2008 03:29 PM

Im going to upgrade my torque converter to Levelten Spec. Anyone else do this? Im going to have a custom tranny software written and im going APR Stage 3. Anyone familiar with levelten. I STFA and it looked as if they have done some work on a6's and B5 a4's but not on any b7's. TIA pete.

**QTC** · 11-25-2008 03:34 PM

I think its just because the B7 is (realitively) new to the market; C5 A6 has been around for ~10 years, and B5 for 12. But from what I hear they do good work, so I don't think there's anything to be concerned over. Out of curiosity, what will the trans upgrade cost?

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-25-2008 03:35 PM

There going to charger 998.00 for the High Performance Torque Converter. I will be doing the install myself. Then hopefully by January the Big Turbo will be installed. Trying to break the 320WHP mark.

**06B7audiA4** · 11-25-2008 06:32 PM

Originally Posted by Auditude2.0T

There going to charger 998.00 for the High Performance Torque Converter. I will be doing the install myself. Then hopefully by January the Big Turbo will be installed. Trying to break the 320WHP mark.

only upgrade i knew of was by stasis and unfort. they dont make it for our tiptronic tranny, now this new ones, specs, how much can it suppoort, is there a site with any info...im interested

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-25-2008 06:38 PM

Originally Posted by 06B7audiA4

only upgrade i knew of was by stasis and unfort. they dont make it for our tiptronic tranny, now this new ones, specs, how much can it suppoort, is there a site with any info...im interested

Like i wrote in the other thread only automatics have Torque converter's. Stasis makes a rear differential for your car.

**grmntoy** · 11-25-2008 06:39 PM

why dont you give IPT a call?? I heard good things about them....

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-25-2008 06:44 PM

Originally Posted by grmntoy

why dont you give IPT a call?? I heard good things about them....

im emailing them now. thanks.

**AudiWxGuy** · 11-25-2008 07:07 PM

From what I've heard, that install is very difficult....

**eMacPaul** · 11-25-2008 07:51 PM

Is the new torque converter to reduce drivetrain losses, or support higher torque?

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-25-2008 07:54 PM

suport higher torque, hp and less drivetrain loss.

**swoardrider** · 11-25-2008 08:53 PM

Any drawbacks from a beefed up Tiptronic? Loss of smoothness, louder, etc, etc??

**polonez** · 11-25-2008 09:13 PM

I used IPT for my tranny needs when I had a 350WHP Mitsubishi eclipse.. Definatly recommended.. Dont know if they do much german cars though?

**Auditude2.0T** · 11-26-2008 09:55 AM

IPT is only like 699 for a full torque converter upgrade

**grmntoy** · 11-26-2008 01:15 PM

Originally Posted by Auditude2.0T

IPT is only like 699 for a full torque converter upgrade

You also have an option to change your valve body which makes it shift faster which i also recommend from past experience.......you will loose some comfort level but pushing 350 + hp you need that piece of mind that the tranny will take the abuse.As for levelten ive heard good and bad and also took rides with a friend that had it. It was pretty good when my friend got his tranny done on his camaro 6 years ago and its still holding up but lately theyve been slacking. I heard some crazy stories.IPT does work on german cars and theyre right here in jersey!!! Let me know how you like it Malaka if you get it!!!!