How Does a Torque Converter Work?

Visit me at: http://www.ericthecarguy.com/ In this video I cover the purpose and operation of the turbine, stator, impeller, and torque converter clutch. I hope the explanation and practical give you some insight into how these parts work to not only transfer power from the engine to the transmission, but also how it drives the transmission pump and doubles the torque output of the engine when you take off from a dead stop. I ve wanted to make this video for some time. In fact I ve had the fans sitting in the back of the shop for almost a year. Now that I have the Automatic Transmission Dissection video under my belt I thought I would add a torque converter dissection into the mix. I hope you enjoy this video and that it gets you a better understanding of torque converter operation. Especially since I killed my air compressor cutting this one in half. Link to compressor repair video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Zz9SKSHxFg Yes this is indeed take 2 of this video. I changed a few things to make the information more accurate. I am going to be posting the old video for Premium Members at EricTheCarGuy.com just for fun. Here s a link to more information about becoming a Premium Member. https://www.ericthecarguy.com/premium-content-streaming-etcg-content Other useful links Automatic Transmission Dissection (Part 1): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGbsgpp2YJQ&feature=youtu.be Automatic Transmission Dissection (Part 2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Qf6O0oAs7U&feature=youtu.be Discussion about this video: https://www.ericthecarguy.com/kunena/18-The-EricTheCarGuy-Video-Forum/43707-torque-converters-explained Why I Pulled the first video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi5ujV1bjL8&feature=youtu.be Stay dirty ETCG Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information.  EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video.  Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result.  Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy.