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[Doctorsmack03]

I have a vibration that I am about 90% sure is a torque converter problem.

Symptoms are as follows:

I HAD an edge chip and took off from a light hard in the highest power setting and felt the torque converter slip and shudder(vibrate) really bad. So I took off the chip and drove it in stock. Now, 20,000 miles later, I have a vibration at 40mph and also at 53mph. Also, the truck somewhat vibrates more than normal while in drive sitting at a red light, but sometimes it is more noticable than other times.

My 1st question is does anyone agree that the torque converter might be the problem?

2nd question is is there anyway to test, verify that it is the torque converter?

3rd question is can I just replace the torque converter and all fluids, filters or is a tranny overhaul required when the torque converter is replaced? My truck has 30,000 miles on it and the tranny exhibits no other failure signs. Tranny temp is always around 140 degrees.

4th question is if I replace the torque converter now and blow the tranny in 10,000 miles or so, is the torque converter trash?

As usual, thank you for the help-this site has saved me many times.