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:
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,
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
TransGo introduces 62TE high pressure kit for vans
TransGo recently released a high pressure tuneless reprogramming kit for 62TE transmissions, model years 2007 and on. The company says it is specifically suited for work and passenger vans like the Ram ProMaster. According to the company, a recalibrated pressure curve in this kit delivers increased clutch and TCC holding capacity with short, clean shifts
OTC releases TJHP15 transmission jack
OTC has released the new TJHP15 transmission jack. The jack is air-assisted and has a 1,500-lb. capacity. According to the company, features include rugged wall tubing and an oversized base; foot-operated air pump controls the air-powered hydraulic operation, which lifts the head quickly to the work location; and included safety chains. Specs of the TJHP15
American Powertrain introduces ProTwin disc clutch for GM, Ford and Mopar
American Powertrain announced that it now offers a new ProTwin twin disc clutch kit for GM, Ford and Mopar performance applications. The kit comes with a billet steel flywheel, pressure plate, two drive discs, floater, flywheel crank bolts, pilot bearing and alignment tool. Each clutch kit comes fully balanced and features 1100 ft./lbs. of torque
Transtar promotes Anna Gluck to Chief Human Resources Officer
Transtar Holding Co. has announced the promotion of Anna Gluck to the position of Chief Human Resources Officer. Gluck has been with Transtar since 2020, where she led the company’s total rewards program and employee engagement efforts, with a strategic focus on employee training and development programs and attracting and retaining top talent. While at
BendPak founder Don Henthorn passes away
Don Henthorn, owner and founder of BendPak Inc., peacefully passed away at home Thursday, March 28, at the age of 85. Under his leadership, BendPak has grown from a small machine shop to one of the world’s leading manufacturers of car lifts and automotive service equipment. Management and operations of the privately owned company are unchanged. Henthorn
Shop Boss adds Venmo, PayPal options
Shop Boss has added fully integrated PayPal and Venmo payment capabilities to its shop management software. The new feature of Boss Pay, Shop Boss’ all-in-one payments platform, is exclusively for text-to-pay customers, the company said. Among the benefits noted by the company are automatic mobile login within the PayPal or Venmo app, and PayPal’s AI fraud
