1996 Dodge Caravan torque converter

12,389 MILES • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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KOOLAIDMOM
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what is better to do ? they say I need a torque converter? but is that not like needing a a new transmission
Jan 24, 2009 at 3:28 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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No, it is not same as needing new tranny. You can replace the torque converter for between $500 and $800, depending on your engine size. A tranny replacement would be well over $1,000.




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