How to get around non-serviceable GM 6T70/75 self-tapping pump screws
General Motors designed the 6T70/75 transmission fluid pump to be a non-serviceable component.
Transtar to offer recycled engines
Transtar Industries announced that it is now offering original equipment (OE) recycled engines. The engines are priced and graded based on part condition and mileage, according to Transtar. The price for the engine includes freight, and engines are externally cleaned, drained and shrink-wrapped on pallets before shipping. They can be purchased on the Transend website. “We are committed
Sonnax introduces GM 6L80, 6L90 output planet saver kits
Sonnax has introduced new output planet saver kits for GM 6L80 and 6L90 transmissions. The company says these kits can repair and prevent common concerns and save the planetary assembly when installed. The kits (part no. 104584-80K for 6L80 and 104584-90K for 6L90) include upgraded pinion pins to supply continuous lube to the small gears.
Alto introduces filters for GM 6L series
Alto has introduced a series of filters for GM 6L series transmissions. They include:
PRT launches 30 new complete strut assemblies
PRT, an ADD Group brand, announced the launch of 30 new complete strut assemblies for light vehicles, SUVs and pickup trucks, which it said represent more than 10 million vehicles in new coverage. The launches covers a range of vehicle applications, including the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sorento and Acura RDX, in addition to brand-new applications,
Shop Profile: AAction Transmissions begins a new era by trying to reach a new generation of customers
AAction Transmissions of Pembroke Pines, Florida (in the Miami area) was founded 43 years ago by Al Petrassi. The shop became one of the largest in the area and acquired a strong reputation over the years. Last year, Al Petrassi decided to retire at the age of 68, and sold the business to Luis Merchan,
Watch out for high pressure in GM 8L45, 8L90 valve bodies
Hey now! Oh boy, do I have a fun failure to share with you and warn you about today! Have you encountered a crack in the worm tracks in your GM 8L45 and 8L90 valve bodies (as seen in Figure 1, above)? Sonnax has, and wow, is it frustrating. Once cracked, there is no way
Force Control Industries releases transmission fluid for oil shear clutch and brake applications
Force Control Industries introduced a new private label transmission fluid, which the company says is engineered specifically for oil shear applications. This type F automatic transmission fluid (ATF) is formulated using premium base oils, which the company says it used for thermal stability, viscosity characteristics, and their ability to withstand harsh operating environments. It is
Transtar announces Texas product expansions
Transtar Industries has announced that its Fort Worth, Texas branch will begin carrying an extended product offering. In addition to transmission and driveline-related products, general repair product lines are now available at the Fort Worth branch. This development follows a similar expansion at four other Transtar locations in Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas. “This expansion signifies
A part for every need: Hard parts supplier listing 2024
One of the earliest signs that an industry was forming was a transition to specialty transmission hard parts suppliers emerging from general salvage yards to create the efficient flow of those parts to every shop in the nation. As the automatic transmission became the dominant powertrain option from automakers, some salvage yards specialized in supplying
