Q If you are buggin in do you NEED.........

[BeardyMan]

Yup you take a hit on economy etc. Can't say I've ever heard of anyone who needed a new torque converter. I had a garage tell me that I needed mine replacing, but after taking it to another garage it turns out they were just trying to rob me.

Very handy in traffic though, especially in a 4x4 with a big heavy clutch.

I had a Mitsi L200 Warrior. That was awesome, apart from the heavy clutch and lack of traction on the back wheels.
No room in the back for passengers with legs either...