TransGo highlights 68RFE valve body reprogramming kit
TransGo highlights its new tuneless high-pressure performance valve body reprogramming kit for the Chrysler 68RFE automatic transmission. It is designed for Ram trucks with this transmission, model years 2019 and on. The company highlights the fact that users do not have to remove the transmission to use the kit. According to TransGo, using the kit can
Spotting different 68RFE designs through the years to avoid issues
The Chrysler 68RFE has had several changes through the years. Its four-speed predecessor began with a noisy solenoid pack identified by a black colored pass-through case connector (seen in Figure 1). In 2004, they changed to a quieter design assembly identified by a white pass-through connector (Figure 2). This is used in all 45RFE and
The evolution of diesel transmission maintenance
It’s no longer a secret… heck, it’s no longer that special for a diesel engine to make 1,000-plus horsepower. It’s become commonplace, and due to that increased capability, it seems that these days, OE manufacturers are rating transmissions at their absolute limits. As soon as you add a little more horsepower or work your truck
Sonnax introduces low/reverse sprag rebuild kit for Chrysler 68RFE
Sonnax highlights its low/reverse sprag rebuild kit for Chrysler 68RFE transmissions. The company says this kit (part no. 72642SK) allows replacement of the end caps, low/reverse sprag elements and retainer plates without needing to buy a full sprag assembly.
Another needle in a haystack: Locating wiring problems
Paul Loch from Certified Transmission wrote a very good and detailed article for Transmission Digest in the March 2022 issue entitled “A Needle in a Haystack – Finding and Diagnosing Intermittent Problems.” The vehicle used for this article was a 2013 Ram 3500 6.7L equipped with a 68RFE transmission. Well worth the read. ATSG encountered
Alto releases spring retainer, filter screw for 68FRE
Alto has announced two new aftermarket products for the Chrysler 68RFE, model years 2007 and on. The first of these products is a billet aluminum fourth clutch spring retainer (22 hole, part no. 128326UP2). The second (Alto part no. 128325) is a spin-on filter screw with grade 8 steel for the Dodge Ram 6.7Lt.
Being tuned in: The value of transmission tuning
Tuning a vehicle to optimize its performance is nothing new. This customized process is used to provide fuel efficiency and improve other driveability concerns. Tuning for torque is especially desirable by diesel owners.Those who are proficient at tuning know that the transmission will need serious upgrades to survive the increased force it will receive from
