non lock torque converter
 

I was wondering why people dont like the non lock torque converter?

By its nature you will not transfer as much power as a lock-up. All 1st gens have non-lockup converters. An aftermarket non-lockup makes ALOT of difference and the harder you spin it (more RPM's) the tighter it gets.

So are the non lockup torque converters more reliable as far as lasting longer then the lockup converters?

They're more reliable because there's no clutches to burn up, but a burned-up lock-up converter becomes a non-lock-up converter...

Lock-up isn't desirable in a lot of car racing applications because it adds sprung weight, and at 7500 RPM and 500 foot pounds of torque it's a lot easier to get a very efficient fluid coupling than at 2700 RPM and 1200 foot pounds of torque.

Its a give and take. In our applications, a lock up would be better. But that involves a transmission swap and some wiring. To some its worth it, to others an aftermarket non-lockup will work wonders!

Who has an affordable and quality aftermarket converter?

Hughes is the cheap affordable one. I run a Georand in my truck. Our sponsors can help you out!