Top 20 Tools and Products: The Winners
Transmission Digest readers voted during the past several weeks to select this year’s top products and tools from those nominated in our December issue. This year, rather than separate contests, voting was for a combined tool and equipment contest, with 20 winners rather than 10. Winning entries appear in the following images, but are in
GFX announces new underdrive pressure plate
GFX has introduced a new underdrive pressure plate. According to the company, the product is designed to fit Hyundai and Kia models from 2009 and on.
Sonnax highlights TH400 heavy and extreme duty input shafts
Input shaft failure is a common problem in GM TH400 transmissions running with added horsepower. Sonnax notes that it offers heavy and extreme duty input shafts compatible with heavy duty forward drum part no. 34554-01 and Smart-Tech drum module no. 34555-01K. Part numbers include: • Heavy Duty Input Shaft 30280-01 • Heavy Duty Input Shaft 30280-02 • Extreme duty Input Shaft 35280-02 • Extreme Duty Input Shaft 27280-02
Dorman introduces transmission oil cooler bypass valve
Among new products released by Dorman is a transmission oil cooler bypass valve, designed for specific Chevrolet, GMC and Cadillac SUVs and pickup trucks. This product is intended to address issues like overheating, insufficient heat generation, or fluid leaks in transmissions, Dorman said. Made from solid aluminum billet, the valve features an additional access port
Sonnax introduces TCC signal damper piston kit for Ford, GM 10-speeds
Sonnax has introduced a new TCC signal damper piston kit for GM and Ford 10-speed transmissions. Sonnax says this kit can correct the operation of the converter in GM 10L80/90 (Gen. 1) and Ford 10R60/80 transmissions. According to Sonnax, this kit allows long-lasting and quick repair of the lower valve body casting without reaming, and
PRT launches new complete strut assemblies
PRT has announced the launch of new complete strut assemblies for light vehicles, SUVs and pickup trucks in the North American aftermarket. The launches include models such as Honda Civic, Jeep Cherokee and Toyota Highlander, in addition to brand new applications such as the 2021 Subaru Forester, the 2021 Toyota Corolla, and the 2021 Honda
TransTec releases 6L80/90 Case Saver
TransTec has released a new Case Saver for 6L80 and 6L90 transmissions. According to the company, Case Saver is a preventative tool that helps guard against inner case wear caused by rotation force during clutch operation. TransTec says it protects the inner case lugs and ensures the longevity of valve body to center support seals.
PRT Heavy Duty to exhibit at HDAW
PRT Heavy Duty announced that it will be exhibiting its heavy-duty products at Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) 2024. PRT notes that products exhibited include its gas-charged shocks that cover more than 5000 OE references for trucks, trailers, buses, commercial vehicles, motor homes, pickups and cargo vans; plus PRT HD air springs, which the company
TransTec launches 8F24 overhaul kit
The kit comes in two varieties—with pistons and without—and fits the Ford Focus and Ford Escape, model years 2019 and up.
Transtar launches Transmaxx brand of remanufactured transmission products with ETE Reman
Transtar Industries announced that it is launching a new line of remanufactured transmission products, the Transmaxx line. To begin the Transmaxx line, Transtar partnered with ETE Reman to launch three remanufactured transmission electro-hydraulic control modules (TEHCMs) designed for General Motors six-speed transmission applications. Each TEHCM comes with a one-year unlimited warranty administered by ATSG. This
Sonnax introduces 10L/10R LPC signal damper piston kits
Sonnax has introduced a new line of LPC signal damper piston kits for Ford and GM 10-speed transmissions. Sonnax says these kits can correct EPC circuit pressure variation for these transmissions by replacing the worn OE damper and installing the appropriate kit. The kits install without the need of reaming the valve body.
Alto introduces aluminum oil pan for Chrysler and Dodge transmissions
Alto has introduced a new aluminum oil pan for Chrysler and Dodge transmissions. Alto says the pan (part no. 028354B) has a honeycomb design with drain plug and 14 bolts. Transmission coverage is as follows: A727 1962-1997; 46RE/RH 1990 and on; 47RE/RH 1994 and on; and 48RE 2003 and on.
