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Nice, Karim.  "How Torque Converters Work"  25 October 2000.  HowStuffWorks.com. <http://auto.howstuffworks.com/auto-parts/towing/towing-capacity/information/torque-converter.htm>  10 February 2012.
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  3. Inside a Torque Converter
  4. The Stator
  1. Benefits and Weak Points
  2. Lots More Information
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    Remanufactured using industry-leading techniques to assure enhanced torque performance and extended life. Each unit is harmonically balanced and leak tested with any inherent OE weaknesses corrected. Pro-King torque converters are subject to random ISO 9001 quality tests before leaving the factory. Most Transmission Parts products are available for in-store pickup from Advance Auto Parts.

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    Remanufactured using industry-leading techniques to assure enhanced torque performance and extended life. Each unit is harmonically balanced and leak tested with any inherent OE weaknesses corrected. Pro-King torque converters are subject to random ISO 9001 quality tests before leaving the factory. Most Transmission Parts products are available for in-store pickup from Advance Auto Parts.

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