What is the Torque Capacity "Torque Rating" of my new SOUTHERN HOTROD transmission or build kit?
Why not use a "Horsepower rating"? Horsepower ratings is what everone seems to want, but Torque is the correct measurment. Torque is the force that breakes things, Horsepower is how fast it happens.
We do not list the Torque Capacity of our Transmissions or Transmission Build Kits, and this is why.
- Engine and/or Transmission calibration can have a HUGE NEGATIVE effect on transmission Torque Capacity.
- Vehicle weight
- Vehicle use
- Transmission Heat managment
Although we do not give a "Torque Rating" for our Transmissions or Transmission Build Kits, below is a guide to help choose correctly for your application.
You can always contact us for futher Transmission or Transmission Build Kit selection advice.
Type I Transmissions and Build Kits
~5-10% above OEM build
Type II Transmissions and Build Kits
~40+% above OEM build
Type III Transmissions and Build Kits
~100+% above OEM build