Engine/Transmission (1994 - 1998) DACCO TC's?

[BigPapa]

DACCO TC's? Anyone ever run one? I've got a customer of mine that owns a transmission shop trying to pitch me on one. I'd never heard of them. Thanks!

 

[rrausch]

BigPapa, Personally I have never heard of them.



There are several Tried and True Performance Trans. builders who advertise on this site. I went with ATS--very dependable and extremely good engineering.



Personally I wouldn't take a chance on any vendor who hasn't been bashed around and found WORTHY on the TDR!



https://www.turbodieselregister.com...?threadid=40441&highlight=experience+with+ATS

 

[inarush76]

Dacco is a volume rebuilder that has been around for the near 30 years I have been building transmissions. Their quality has been up and down at times. You would be getting a stock rebuilt converter from them.

I prefer DTT products due to the "do it once, do it right" approach of addressing all issues to achieve a strong dependable transmission backed by strong customer service.

I am not bashing any other vendors. Just my . 02.

James

 

[Forrest Nearing]

as stated above, Dacco is a volume rebuilder...



if the engine in your truck needed a rebuild, would you call up Autozone or PepBoys, or would you seek out and spend the money for a HIGH QUALITY rebuild?



a cheap converter is fine for a low power grocery getter, but converters are one of those places where you DEFINATELY get what you pay for IMHO.



Forrest

 

[Dan_69GTX]

I've used many Dacco converters w/o a problem, but I've known others who have had a problem.



I've switched to using Recon converters. They are also a volume rebuilder, but seem to have much better - or consistant - quality control.



They are more expensive than Dacco, yet MUCH MUCH cheaper than some of the very high quality aftermarket converters.



I used one in my in-laws 92 dodge when I rebuilt his trans - runs GREAT!.



However, not much will compare to the triple lock type converters.



It all depends on what you want and what you can afford.

 

[y-knot]

I think they may be OK for a stock car or truck that burns gas and does not tow. I am sure they are cheaper, and that may come in to play for some, but when you decide to make a TQ change, it is a major investment. The labor to do the swap is normally in the 500-600 dollar range, and is not something you would like to do very often. If it was me, and yes I have been there, I would opt for the brand name. The diesel automatic is in a segment of there own, with regard to transmissions. I think they require much more thought and design then other transmissions and torque converters. We need lower rpm lockup, and enough surface area and line pressure to hold. This is one area I would not skimp on, do it once and do it right.