Alto adds torque converter sealing ring kit for Mercedes 722.6
Alto has introduced a new torque converter sealing ring kit for the Mercedes-Benz 722.6 transmission, model years 1996 and on. The kit contains two d-rings and one lathe cut seal.
What 105 years of history has taught Camargo Transmission
Camargo Transmission, in Mount Sterling, Kentucky, first opened in 1918, when original owner William Cockrell returned home from World War I. For a company that opened its doors just four years after Archduke Franz Ferdinand was shot to have weathered not just the Great Recession of 2007-08, but the Great Depression of the 1920s itself,
Sonnax introduces Ford 6R140 converter limit valve kit
Sonnax has introduced a new drop-in converter limit valve kit for Ford 2011 and later 6R140 transmissions. Sonnax says this kit can help users recover hydraulic control and renew TCC performance in these transmissions. This kit (part no. 126740-25K) features a drop-in sleeve/valve assembly to compensate for wear and excess clearance, including in worn bores.
Sonnax releases Subaru TR580 boost valve kit
Sonnax has released a new drop-in TCC boost valve kit for Subaru TR580 transmissions. Sonnax says users can restore hydraulic integrity to the TCC circuit with tightly controlled tolerances in these transmissions by installing this kit (part no. 823740-12K). This kit includes a steel valve that combats premature wear and wear-resistant sleeves, the company says.
MEMA remanufacturing conference to take place in October
MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers announced that the 2023 Remanufacturing Annual Conference will take place on October 11-12, 2023, at the Genuine Parts Company (GPC) Headquarters in Atlanta. Hosted by MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers, this year’s conference “will bring together the remanufacturing community for two days of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and valuable insights into the role of remanufacturing in the
Sonnax releases GM 6L80, 6L90 low/reverse sprag rebuild kits
Sonnax introduced a new low/reverse sprag rebuild kit for GM 6L80 and 6L90 transmissions. The company says users can use this kit to replace the element, retainer plate, end caps and snap ring in these transmissions without buying an entire sprag assembly.
Freudenberg-NOK adds new line of TransTec bonded pistons
Freudenberg-NOK has announced a new line of TransTec bonded pistons. According to the company, Freudenberg-NOK bonded pistons are engineered and manufactured by the same machinery and same people as FN pistons, and are made in New Hampshire. Transmission models covered include the ZF 8HP45 and 8HP70, the Chrysler 62TE and the GM 6L80/90.
BendPak Industrial Complex under development in Alabama
BendPak, Inc. is developing a new Industrial Complex in Mobile County, Alabama. The complex will be located a couple miles from BendPak’s recently expanded East Coast campus, and will occupy 33 acres. BendPak Industrial Complex will feature several large multi-use buildings that will provide an optimal environment for light manufacturing and assembly; product development and
Sonnax appoints new company president
Sonnax Transmission Co. announced that vice president of operations Klynt Baker has been promoted to president. Baker joined Sonnax in 2018 to oversee manufacturing, engineering, quality, safety, facilities, maintenance, packaging automation and LEAN initiatives at the company’s Vermont and North Carolina locations. He succeeds outgoing president Steve Boyer. Sonnax says that Baker’s leadership and expertise
TransGo introduces new valve body repair kit for GM 8L series
TransGo has introduced a new valve body repair kit for GM 8L45 and 8L90 transmissions, model years 2015 and on. According to the company, the kit includes: a drop-in PR and shuttle valve line-up; a drop-in TCC regulator valve; drop-in S2, S3 and S4 regulator valves; an oversize converter feed limit valve; and an oversize
Shop profile: DL Transmissions has leveraged a new location into significant success
Location, location, location. It’s commonly cited as a real estate motto, but really, it’s essential for any type of business. Whether it means being in close proximity to as many customers as possible or simply being in a visible or noticeable location, it can be a key to success for a transmission repair shop. After
Sonnax unveils valve kits for ten-speed Ford, GM transmissions
Sonnax highlights its valve kits for Ford and GM ten-speed transmissions. The first of these is a line of oversized main pressure regulator valve kits #105740-20K (pictured above) for GM 10L60/80/90 (Gen. 1) and Ford 10R60/80/90/140 transmissions and #105740-21K for GM 10L60/80/90 (Gen. 2) transmissions. The company says these kits can recover hydraulic control and
