TC Remanufacturing B14 Automatic Transmission Torque Converter

Automatic Transmission Torque Converter for Citation and Phoenix

TC Remanufacturing B14 is an automatic transmission torque converter built for specific 1980-1982 GM compact applications. It features an 11.000-inch converter diameter, non-lock-up design, high stall characteristics, and a 3-pad mounting layout for the listed Chevrolet Citation and Pontiac Phoenix fitments.

Key Features

• Part number B14 from TC Remanufacturing
• 11.000-inch converter diameter
• Non-lock-up torque converter design
• High stall specification
• 3-pad mounting type
• 9.750 bolt circle
• 0.825 pilot diameter
• 27-spline hub configuration
• Slotted hub type
• No ring gear

Detailed Description

This TC Remanufacturing B14 torque converter is specified for 1982 Chevrolet Citation and 1980-1982 Pontiac Phoenix applications. The converter uses a 27-spline hub, 0.825 pilot diameter, and 9.750 bolt circle, making it a direct-spec replacement for the listed automatic transmission hard-part applications. Its non-lock-up construction and high stall setup are relevant for drivability characteristics in the original vehicle platform.

Compatible vehicle search terms for this part include 1982 Chevrolet Citation automatic transmission torque converter, 1980-1982 Pontiac Phoenix torque converter, and TC Remanufacturing B14 high stall non-lock-up converter.

What It Can Address

• Torque converter shudder or inconsistent engagement
• Excessive slippage from a worn converter assembly
• Launch hesitation related to a failing high-stall converter
• Noise or vibration traced to internal converter wear
• Fitment issues when replacing the original 27-spline converter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the transmission’s spline count, pilot diameter, bolt circle, and 3-pad mounting pattern before installation. Confirm that the vehicle uses a non-lock-up converter and match the converter diameter and stall characteristics to the original application. Flush the transmission cooler and inspect the fluid condition before installing the replacement converter.

Quality Assurance

TC Remanufacturing supplies transmission hard parts for application-specific replacement needs. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.