Westar Industries releases new engine, transmission mounts
Westar Industries announced the release of 58 new engine and transmission mounts, all of which are in stock and ready for immediate shipment according to the company. The 58 items cover over 30,569,261 registered vehicles currently in operation, Westar says.
10 tips to help you stay safe in the bay
It’s easy to get complacent at any job. Day after day in a routine, there are many things you just do automatically. But when your job includes working under thousands of pounds of steel, complacency can put you in danger. Here’s a quick refresher of 10 tips to help you stay safe when using a
Sonnax introduces solenoid plastic end cap for Ford 5R110W transmissions
Sonnax highlights its solenoid plastic end cap #36940-30, sold in quantities of five for Ford 5R110W transmissions. This cap is utilized on the recently released Sonnax remanufactured 5R110W EPC solenoid #36940E-RRP.
ATSG offers 10R80 transmission manual
ATSG has announced the availability of a new 10R80 TechTran Manual in its bookstore. The Ford 10R80 transmission was co-engineered by Ford and General Motors, and introduced for the 2017 model year. The 10R80 can be found behind the 2.7, 3.0, 3.5, or 5.0-liter engines in a number of Ford cars and trucks. The 10R80
The impact of oversized tires on transmission failures
Installing bigger tires on trucks is about as American as baseball, country music and apple pie. Unfortunately, big tires can also go hand-in-hand with something less enjoyable: transmission failure. You can guard against problems and better troubleshoot chronic failures by knowing the unintended consequences of oversized tires on the transmission, especially the role gear ratios
Sonnax highlights solenoid stabilization clip inserts for GM, Ford 10-speed transmissions
Sonnax highlights the solenoid stabilization clip insert #105740-01K for Ford and GM 10-speed transmissions. Sonnax says users can secure LFS solenoids in GM 10L80 and 10L90 as well as Ford 10R80 and 10R140 transmissions with this product, used in conjunction with OE spring retainers. These steel clip inserts force the OE spring retainers to completely
Auto Care Association issues Right to Repair call to action
In response to awaited decisions on Right to Repair legislation, which would give consumers the right to choose where they get their vehicle maintained and repaired, at the federal and state level, Auto Care Association’s Marketing and Communications committee are asking for the industry to partake in a “Right to Repair Awareness Month” this July. The ACA
Alto highlights steel module for vintage Chevy, AMC, Mopar applications
Alto Products Corp. recently introduced the Power-Lok Differential Steel Module for the Chevy 1955-1964, AMC 20, and Mopar 1958-1968 applications. The company has posted a video with more detail on this product and its applications, which you can find here.
Georend introduces Allison 1000 steel flexplate
Georend has introduced a new high-strength steel flexplate for the Allison 1000 transmission. This flexplate fits any 2001 and later Allison 1000 or Allison 10L1000 model with a Duramax engine. According to the company, features of this flexplate include: 50% thicker than OE. Manufactured by metal spinning process for a more durable product. No applied
Diagnosing diagnostic codes
The codes being diagnosed in this article are: P0507: Idle speed performance higher than expected P0871: OD pressure switch rationality P0934: Line pressure sensor circuit low A 2006 Jeep Commander using a 545RFE transmission arrived at our shop from an independent muffler and general repair facility with three codes: P0507, P0871 and P0934. The codes
Alto introduces overhaul, modded piston kit for Hyundai, Kia A8TR1
Alto has introduced a new overhaul kit and modded piston kit for Hyundai/Kia A8TR1 eight-speed transmissions. The overhaul kit (above) is part no. 227800X while the modded piston kit (below) is part no. 227670.
Industry veteran Leo Frumkin passes away
The transmission industry lost another veteran on June 23 when Leo Frumkin passed away at the age of 93 after a brief illness. Leo was known for his outsized and engaging personality and will be missed by all who knew him. Leo founded National Transmission Products (NATPRO) in 1973, which became one of the longest-surviving
