[5kT] transmission slipping, gearing questions

["Richard Miller" <rdmiller@iaml.net>]

Greetings,

The subject says it all...when I step on the go pedal from a dead stop the
engine roars, pulls up in RPM's and slips until the needle ranges in the
upper-middle tach range. Is this the torque converter going south. If so
where can I find a new T/C? Is this someting that a intermediate back yard
mechanic could do themselves? I do have the Bentley on order so I am not
looking for a step by step, just wanting to know if the DIY is plausable.

If the transmission is the culprit are all 44 chassis auto trannys
compatable? are any more desirable than others, ie. shorter gearing ratios,
smoother shifts, better economy?


Thank you


Richard Miller
85 Audi 5000 Turbo
83 Mazda RX-7 slightly modified
81 Mazda RX-7 awaiting boost