I use the vehicle for long haul and dont need the low end torque; besides, the price was 'right' for a long block GM 2.8L. Ive already broken 4 flex plates in 2 other engines and know that the NHRA spec. uses a 30% thicker plate, but cant find a source for an external balanced of this thickness. Yup, also broke the plate in a internally balanced ..... its a poorly designed flex plate to begin with in either balance configuration . I havent found a salvage yard plate that didnt have micro-cracks so Im looking for at least new made aftermarket one.
So.... if anyone knows of an aftermarket provider who will build a
30% thicker plate, Im willing to try it.