The 4C return spring retaining ring in Chrysler 45/545/65/66/68RFE transmissions is known to come unseated and pop off, resulting in transmission failure. The Sonnax 4C retaining ring and shim kit (#72978-01K) solves this issue while offering more options when setting clutch clearance, and improving 4C to OD shift timing when more aggressive quicker applying OD clutch packs are used.
Circle D Specialties, a manufacturer of torque converters and driveline components for the automotive aftermarket, has announced the acquisition of Reid Racing, a maker of performance transmission cases and specialty heavy-duty axle components for off-road vehicles. “We see this acquisition as a perfect fit, as we look forward to building upon the top-notch level of
Circle D Specialties, a manufacturer of torque converters and driveline components for the automotive aftermarket, has announced the acquisition of Reid Racing, a maker of performance transmission cases and specialty heavy-duty axle components for off-road vehicles.
"We see this acquisition as a perfect fit, as we look forward to building upon the top-notch level of support and the standard of quality that both companies were founded on," said Chris Sehorn, CEO of Circle D Specialties.
The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Inc.’s Board of Directors has named JC Washbish as president, effective Jan. 1. As president, Washbish will lead the Alliance headquarters office and its executive staff as well as Alliance shareholder membership moving forward. Related Articles – Transtar Holding Co. acquires Arch Auto Parts – ADD Group honored with awards from
Transtar Holding Co. announced it has acquired Arch Auto Parts, which has 21 locations throughout New York City and surrounding areas. Arch will become part of NexaMotion Group (NMG), a family of automotive aftermarket businesses under Transtar Holding Company. Arch was represented by Schwartz Advisors, and the terms were not disclosed. Related Articles – Standard Drivetrain acquires Precision
ADD Group announced that the company has been honored with two industry awards: the Best Marketing Excellence from Advance Auto Parts and the APC Overdrive from ACDelco. Related Articles – HECAT to cease operations – Allison Transmission honors tech competition finalists – Two industry friends have passed The Best Marketing Excellence highlights the company’s exceptional
Nu-Star, parent company of PowerPusher, announced that it has been acquired by Traction Capital, a Minnesota-based private equity and venture capital firm. Related Articles – Powertrain industry profiles 2023 – Precision International founder Dennis Marshall passes – New drivetrain venture, Standard Drivetrain, formed Nu-Star shared with its customers a message of unchanged dedication, saying “we
Sonnax has introduced a new Smart-Tech clutch kit for optimizing clutch capacity and guarding against clutch burnup in GM 4L60, 4L60-E, 4L65-E and 4L70-E transmissions. This kit (part no. 77734-01K) includes eight .067-in. BorgWarner high-energy frictions and seven .095-in. Lindered steels recommended for use with Sonnax Smart-Tech input housings. Related Articles – TransGo introduces 62TE
Sonnax has introduced a new oversized low reverse/overdrive (4-5-6) clutch regulator valve kit (part no. 144740-43K) for Ford 6F35 transmissions, generations one, two and three. Related Articles – Snap-on debuts new general service tool set – Gray Tools introduces insulated hex bit socket set – Alto releases friction and steel module for ZF 6HP transmissions
Sonnax has introduced a new heavy duty “A” clutch backing plate (part no. 35577-45) for Chrysler 845RE and 850RE, and ZF 8HP45, 8HP50 and 8HP51 transmissions. Sonnax says that this plate can eliminate the flexing/bowing of the clutch pack that leads to comebacks in these transmissions, and recommends installing them in units that have not
The case study has to do with a 2009 Chrysler 300 C 5.7L Nag1 RWD with 71,923 miles on it (see Figure 1, above). Related Articles – 2024 State of the Powertrain Industry – Powertrain industry directory and buyer’s guide 2024 – A guide to common GM, Ford and Nissan programming issues It is based
