GFX introduces variety of new products: Oil pumps, friction plates, bearings and more
GFX recently announced a bevy of new products, from oil pumps to friction plates to bearings to several others. Here’s a roundup of the latest from the company: Ford used oil pump GFX has introduced a used oil pump for Ford transmissions including the 10R80. According to the company, these hard parts are designed to
Rolling with the changes: How Mister Transmission plans to continue growing in its 60th year and beyond
Tony Kuczynski may be on the executive side of the transmission industry these days, but having gotten his start as a technician, he has experience with both the business and the technical side of things. For the past five years, Tony has been president and CEO of Mister Transmission, Canada’s largest transmission repair shop chain,
Sonnax releases Smart-Tech big input shaft kit
Sonnax has released its Smart-Tech big input shaft kit (part no. 22121B-08K), which the company says can prevent input shaft spline-twist and breakage in high-torque Chrysler 47RH, 47RE and 48RE diesel applications. This kit fits listed converters fitted with a 35-spline turbine hub. The company says that compared to the best 300M 23-spline shafts, the
Raybestos introduces new 6L80/90 clutch packs
Raybestos has introduced a new GPZ performance friction clutch pack for the GM 6L80 and 6L90, model years 2006 and on. According to the company, this clutch pack contains upgraded friction components manufactured with a blend of GPZ high energy fibers for ultimate stress and high temperature durability. This kit includes 6 GPZ565 1-2-3-4, 6
GFX announces new friction plate for John Deere transmissions
GFX has introduced a new bronze friction plate for John Deere transmissions. According to the company, the product is designed to replace OEM part number AR39128 for a variety of years.
Road to AAPEX Ep. 6: The end of the road
It all comes down to this. “I didn’t want something easy. I wanted something that was going to be an ‘Are you going to make it?’ moment every time I get in the car.” That’s how Babcox Media’s Joe Keene set the stage in the first episode of Road to AAPEX, well before he knew
Sonnax introduces Second Gear Servo Kit
Sonnax has introduced Second Gear Servo Kit (part no. 77701-02K), which is a direct replacement part for GM 4L70-E transmissions. Sonnax says this kit can improve shift feel without risk of harsh 1-2 shifts in GM 4L60-E and 4L65-E transmissions. This kit is also compatible with Sonnax Fourth Gear super hold dual servo kit 77767K.
Road to AAPEX Ep. 5: The road less traveled
Last episode, the 33-year-old Cadillac Brougham gave Babcox Media’s Joe Keene a good scare. He was nearly halfway through the 2,500-mile drive from Akron, Ohio, to Las Vegas headed to the AAPEX show when the Caddy wouldn’t start. However. with some quick thinking from the ASE-certified technician and help from friends in the aftermarket, he got
Road to AAPEX Ep. 4: Halfway there, what could go wrong?
The literal road to AAPEX has been smooth, so far. Babcox Media’s Joe Keene, an ASE-certified technician who fixed up a battered 33-year-old Cadillac Brougham, has been getting his kicks on Route 66 as he drives 2,500 miles from Akron, Ohio, to Las Vegas. In this episode, he checks out iconic road-side attractions like the
Alto highlights online catalog, mobile app
Alto highlights its e-catalog of parts, as well as its mobile app allowing users to view this catalog on their mobile devices. According to Alto, the user of the e-catalog can choose a product line from the tabs, then select Make and Transmission model from the drop-down menus. You can also search by Alto number
RatioTek introduces professional calibration kit for GM 10L80, 10L90
RatioTek has introduced a new professional calibration kit for GM 10L80 and 10L90 10-speed transmissions. The kit (part numbers RT-10L80/L-PR and RT-10L80/L-PRX) fits model years 2020 and later with a manual valve. According to the company, this kit fixes common complaints of neutraling out and bang downshifts, and provides quicker shifts and more torque capacity.
Shop profile: Fryar’s Transmission is keeping up the reputation
His grandparents warned him that the transmission industry was a “tough business.” But Matt Fryar, who grew up around the business, ended up in it anyway. The family shop, Fryar’s Transmission in Pearcy, Arkansas, was opened in 1965 by Matt’s great-grandfather, Weldon Fryar. At the time it was called Fryar’s Garage and was a general
