Alto introduces friction clutches for Mercedes 722.9 transmission
Alto has introduced a new line of friction clutches for the Mercedes 722.9 (Speedshift MCT seven-speed). The clutches cover model years 2008 and on, and feature Alto’s G3 high-performance friction material. There are two varieties; you can find full specs for # 117710A371 here, and for # 117712A371 here.
ZF names new North American aftermarket VP
ZF Aftermarket has announced Ben Smart as the new vice president of aftermarket for region North America. Smart has more than 15 years of experience in sales and marketing managerial roles across the financial, business and commerce sectors. He has been with the ZF Group since 2015, and was with TRW Automotive since 2010, prior
BendPak introduces Litestix portable LED work light
BendPak has introduced Litestix, a portable LED work light powered by a rechargeable lithium battery. The company says this product was designed to allow technicians versatility with where they place work lights without cords getting in the way. According to the company, Litestix uses 36 LED bulbs to provide 1,200 lumens of bright light. With high and low
Stellantis to invest in electrified transmission development in Indiana plants
Stellantis announced plans to invest a total of $229 million in three of its Kokomo, Indiana, plants for electric transmission development. The investment will support retooling of the Kokomo Transmission (KTP), Kokomo Casting and Indiana Transmission plants to produce the fourth-generation eight-speed transmission. This new transmission will have the flexibility to be paired with internal
ASA reveals new organizational structure
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) has announced a new organizational structure, announcing that it will tranisition to a regional, subscription model in place of the current affiliate structure. Starting Jan. 1, the ASA affiliate organizations will be dissolved, and multiple geographic regions will take their place. ASA says that this structure will ensure that ASA
Sonnax highlights pressure switch rebuild kit and installation tool kit
Sonnax streamlined its pressure switch rebuild and installation tool kit offerings for GM 6L45/50/80/90, 6T70 (Gen. 1) and 6T75 (Gen. 1) transmissions. Sonnax pressure switch rebuild kit #124740-70K includes enough discs and seals to rebuild 10 TEHCM units and replaces #124740-30K. The related Sonnax installation tool kit #124740-TL70 includes tools only and replaces #124740-TL30. Restore
Hydramax releases under-dash hydraulic clutch system for Fox body Mustangs
American Powertrain has intoduced the Hydramax bolt-in, under-dash Hydraulic Clutch System designed for 1979 to 1993 Fox body Mustangs. The company says it completely eliminates the need for a cable-actuated clutch pedal. The new system features an integrated under-dash hydraulic master cylinder and a bolt-in clutch pedal. The included clutch pedal allows for an easy
Raybestos introduces 10R80, 10L80/90 GPZ E Clutch Torqkit
Raybestos has announced the new 10R80, 10L80 E Clutch Torqkit. The company says it features an increased clutch count with 6 performance GPZ frictions, 7 Steels, and .101 selective steel. According to the company it is made for performance, durability and towing capacity in Ford Mustang, F-150, Expedition, Ranger, Explorer and in GM Camaro, Suburban,
Alto announces Hi-Performance PowerPacks for Ford, GM transmissions
Alto Products Corp. has announced two new Hi-Performance PowerPacks available for the Ford 10R80 and GM 10L80/90 transmissions. Alto # 231755 “C” Clutch, and Alto # 231756 “E” Clutch. Each of these clutch packs feature G3 Frictions and Performance Steels and are high-capacity kits designed to incorporate more clutches in the stack-up, the company says.
Precision’s Milt Frese to retire
Milt Frese, known to countless shop customers and just about anybody attending a trade show or weekend seminar is the face of the Precision of New Hampton, will retire on his birthday, December 31 of this year. “When I started my career at Precision, it was the best move of my life after marrying my
Sonnax highlights pump slide pivot pin and spring kit
Sonnax highlights its pump slide pivot pin and spring kit (#104553-03K), which the company says can prevent leaks and fluctuating line pressure in GM 6L45/50/80/90 transmissions by replacing the pump slide pivot pin. The pump slide pivot pin and the associated spring in these units are prone to wear, yet not available separately from the
