Lube On Demand Valve Kit
Transtar has announced the 6T31-6T51 (6T40 Generation 3) Lube On-Demand Valve Kit. This drop-in kit reroutes fluid to a sleeved limit valve for proper cooler/lube flow and includes an O-ring to seal the path that previously allowed valuable converter feed pressure to exhaust.
Strategies for Revenue, Growth Discussed During Frost & Sullivan Webinar
Ben Johnson, director of product management for Mitchell 1, recently participated in a Frost & Sullivan webinar presentation titled, “Global Automotive Aftermarket: Strategies for Revenue Generation & Growth.” To view the recorded session, visit the BrightTALK website and fill out the free online registration form. Johnson’s presentation begins around the 45:00 mark. Johnson joined host
Pep Boys Awards $100,000 in Scholarships to 15 Aspiring Technicians
Pep Boys has announced the 15 recipients of its annual Find Your Drive $100,000 scholarship program. The company increased its investment during this 100th year in business to $100,000 to celebrate its centennial and continue its emphasis on the critical “Race to 2026” initiative, a program designed to recruit and support talented technicians in the automotive industry
GM 8L45, 8L90 Oversized Converter Feed Limit Valve Kit & Tool Kit
Bore wear or a stuck converter feed limit valve in GM 8L45/90 transmissions can result in converter overheat, incorrect TCC apply or release, inadequate lube and cooling, and converter over-pressurization. Reaming the bore and installing this new Sonnax kit will recover hydraulic control, renew TCC and lube performance and protect against premature wear for lasting
AAPEX 2021 Accepting Session Proposals for AAPEXedu
Proposals are being accepted for the AAPEXedu 2021 program that will include three on-site general education sessions and four pre-event general education webinars that explore the future of the automotive aftermarket. AAPEX 2021 will take place Tuesday, Nov. 2 through Thursday, Nov. 4, at the Sands Expo and Caesars Forum Conference Center in Las Vegas.
8L45/90 Pressure Regulator & Shuttle Valve Kit
This critical shuttle valve spool, available from Transtar (p/n S154741PK), is made 30% longer than OE for added sealing and durability. These drop-in Zip Valve parts install quickly and easily. The valve kit includes the Pressure Regulator Valve, Spring, Shuttle Valve, and Shuttle Sleeve.
GM 6L80, 6L90 Output Planetary Lube Dam
Avoid failures and comebacks by cleaning the lube passages and installing the new Sonnax output planetary lube dam (p/n 104584LP). The output planetary assembly in GM 6L80/90 transmissions has a lube dam, or cover, that directs lube oil flow to the planetary lube feed passages. Over time, sludge buildup can occur, which chokes off lubrication
Bolt On Technology Appoints New Sales and Marketing Directors
BOLT ON TECHNOLOGY, a supplier of technology solutions for the automotive aftermarket, announced it has tapped two industry veterans to head up its sales and marketing operations. Thomas Ripple has assumed the role of Sales Director. Ripple has 26 years of experience in software and software as a service (SaaS). Expert at selling technical solutions
GM 4L80/85-E Extreme Duty Input Shaft
Input shaft failure is common in performance GM 4L80-E and 4L85-E units running with extreme horsepower. OE and aftermarket shafts simply don’t hold up in these conditions, leading to spline twist and shaft breakage. Recommended for applications above 1,000-hp, the Sonnax extreme duty input shaft (p/n 34670-02) is manufactured from high-strength Aermet steel alloy with
5R110W Torque Converter Shims
Tri Component has announced a new addition to its line of torque converter shims. As used in early 5R110W converters, (p/n FW-2-17) solves the “cupping” problem associated with standard-sized shims. The FW-2-17 shim prevents bearing failures caused by the O.D. of the shim being too large. The company says to use the shim with its
10R140 6.7L Diesel Friction Clutch Pack
Raybestos Powertrain recently introduced a complete GPZ Clutch Pack module for 2020-on Ford 10R140 transmission 6.7L diesels (p/n RGPZ-276). The kit features (4) GPZ780 A Brake, (5) GPZ755 B Brake, (6) GPZ756 C Clutch, (6) GPZ781 D Clutch, (4) GPZ782 E Clutch, (4) GPZ759 F Clutch GPZ friction clutch plates. GPZ friction material is upgraded
Dana Recognized with ACPN Receiver’s Choice Award
Dana Incorporated was presented with a 2021 Receiver’s Choice Award for its Spicer catalog by the Automotive Content Professionals Network (ACPN), a community of the Auto Care Association. “The Receiver’s Choice Award is one of the highest honors in the content field, so it is very rewarding to be recognized again this year for our
