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CRC Industries Partners with NAPA to Support Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund

CRC will donate a portion of the proceeds from products sold in July, September, and October 2020

CTA Transmission Oil Drain Kit Removes Fluid with Air Pressure

Kit flushes out impurities in the oil that could cause extra wear and tear on the transmission.

Women in Auto Care Awards Over $100,000 in Scholarships and Tools

Since 2004, Women in Auto Care have awarded more than $560,000 in scholarships.

Video: TransColonial History

Gain insight into various aspects of a transmission shop operation by longtime shop owner Rick Basta, owner of TransColonial Auto Service in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. See how business, technical, production and personnel matters have changed over several decades and the reaction to them.

OEM-style Drive Plate for the 4R100/5R110W

Tri-friction materials are tailored for the applications for optimum engagement characteristics and the longest life.

6L80, 6L90 (300mm) Performance Converter Kit

For customers with demanding GM 6L80/90 gas-powered applications that use a full-size torque converter, Sonnax has introduced an easy-to-build, cost-effective performance converter kit (#GM-RK-21). Employing a forged cover, forged piston and three woven carbon friction elements, builders now have a dampered 300mm multi-plate option that delivers significantly increased clutch capacity and durability. By re-using the

Video: Transmission Kings

Mike Riley sits down with Rick Basta, Owner of TransColonial Auto Service to discuss the origins of his first shop, Transmission Kings.

Transmission Kings
Hyundai/Kia Torque Converter Clutches

Alto Products Corp. has announced four new one-sided friction clutch plates for the Hyundai/Kia A6LF1/2/3, A5HF1, and A6GF1 Torque Converters. Alto p/n 213714A and 213716A (A6LF1/2/3) feature the company’s G3 friction material, which is engineered to be durable for high-performance and converter applications. Alto p/n 213718A and 213720A (A5HF1, A6GF1) feature K2 high-energy friction material, designed for many different

BorgWarner Ford 6R140 Friction Plate Kits

BorgWarner friction plate kits for the Ford 6R140 are now available.  Friction plates feature optimized friction material and multi-segmented design for the following applications: 2011 – 2014 Gas Applications – 35722KIT 2011 – 2014 Diesel Applications – 35723KIT (pictured) 2015+ Gas Applications – 35724KIT 2015+ Diesel Applications – 35725KIT For more information, visit www.borgwarner.com.

Video: Transmission Fluid

Transmission fluid has always been a key component of the automatic transmission, however, with today’s complexities it has never been more important. Virtually every transmission family uses a specific elixir containing a different additive package. Even the color of certain fluids has changed. Using the wrong ATF can result in a variety of drivability and

ASTG Appoints Trueblood General Manager

Reed Trueblood has been appointed ATSG General Manager and will be responsible for setting the topline strategy and managing the execution of all ATSG operations. According to the company, “Reed brings with him more than 15 years of automotive aftermarket experience, and most recently held the position of Director of Marketing for Haynes, Chilton and

Toyota/Lexus Oversized B1 Apply Control Valve Kit

Vehicles with Toyota/Lexus U660E and U660F transmissions may exhibit 2nd and 6th Gear shift complaints and burnt B1 clutches. This can be caused by wear at the valve and/or boost valve and sleeve, which leads to improper valve function. Reconditioning the bore and installing the Sonnax oversized B1 apply control valve kit 47740-57K will restore