The profitability of being a source for hard parts comes not so much in the selling as in the sourcing.| Transmission Digest
A 2011 Toyota Camry with the U760E transmission has erratic shifting and has set the diagnostic code P0715.| Transmission Digest
A 2014 Fiat 500L equipped with the 1.4L Multi-Air Turbo engine and the C635 DDCT transmission has a complaint of no movement when the shifter is placed into the drive or reverse positions. The post Fiat 500 no movement appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
On this episode of Powertrain Perspective, we’re joined by Andre Kohl, electric driveline solutions product segment manager for ZF North America. Andre joins the show to go over ZF’s new PowerLine eight-speed transmission, for commercial vehicle applications including vans and trucks. Topics covered include: For the full conversation, watch the video above. Powertrain Perspective is The post Inside the ZF PowerLine transmission appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
Sonnax offers new aftermarket torque converters manufactured by LuK. Sonnax says that each converter is assembled with 100% new components, made with dedicated aftermarket tooling, functionally tested and precision-balanced. LuK torque converters offered include Ford, GM and Chrysler converter part nos. TC0010, TC0011, TC0012 and TC0017. The post New LuK Aftermarket Torque Converters Available from Sonnax appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
The interactive and easy-to-use digital edition of Transmission Digest’s August issue is ready for viewing now. The August issue includes: Please enjoy! View the full issue here. The post TD’s August digital edition is available now appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
These codes were not present before the repair process, and neither was the no-shift condition. The post GM 8L90 no upshift after rebuild appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
A 2012 Ram 3500 with a 6.7 liter diesel engine and a 4x4 AS68RC transmission has a complaint of transmission fluid leaking from the transfer case vent. The post Aisin AS68RC transfer case leaking from vent appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
BendPak announced that it is adding a 10,000-lb. capacity 10AP-SRT short-rise two-post to its product offerings. The company currently offers a 12,000-lb. capacity variety of this lift. According to a press release from BendPak, AP-SRT Series lifts “offer a smarter solution for shops that want the productivity of a two-post lift without the unnecessary height and The post BendPak Offers New 10AP-SRT Short Two-Post Lift appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
Sonnax now offers a heavy-duty intermediate clutch outer sprag race. The company says it is a direct replacement for GM 4L80/85-E transmissions and is easily adapted to TH400 units. According to Sonnax, this part (no. 34663HD-02) guards against sprag failure in these transmissions, improves sprag element engagement and rollover resistance in all stock and performance The post Sonnax Offers Intermediate Clutch Outer Sprag Race for GM Transmissions appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
Sonnax has provided the following guide on critical wear areas and vacuum test locations for the ZF 8HP50, ZF 8HP75, and Chrysler 850RE. Technicians working on these models should find this guide helpful. The post ZF 8HP, Chrysler 850RE: Critical wear areas, vacuum test locations appeared first on Transmission Digest.| Transmission Digest
GFX has introduced a new solenoid for the Allison HG 3000, 4000 series transmission.| Transmission Digest
The new ETE Reman western warehouse is now open, which ETE says will cut delivery times for customers in the Western United States.| Transmission Digest
On this episode of The Builder's Bench, we're discussing the P0871 fault code, which stands for overdrive pressure switch.| Transmission Digest
AMN Drivetime entertains and educates listeners, conversing with today’s top aftermarket drivers and industry leaders who are having an impact on the automotive aftermarket industry. This video series offers candid, one-on-one conversations between Babcox Media CEO Bill Babcox and notable figures in the automotive aftermarket, sharing their experiences and life lessons as they have traveled the aftermarket.| Transmission Digest
Moving a business to a new location is never easy. In the case of EVT Transmission Parts, it helps to have experience.| Transmission Digest
One issue is a GM 8L90 that is neutralizing when shifting to second gear. The second is a transmission with uncontrollable line pressure.| Transmission Digest
Code P1776 can occur with many Dodge/Chrysler transmissions such as the 41TE, 42RLE, 45, 545 and 68RFE units.| Transmission Digest
Hanson said growing demand from technicians prompted the launch of a new adhesive line for the professional market.| Transmission Digest
GFX announced that it is offering a new pump for the Ford 4R75W transmission.| Transmission Digest
John Haines of Loveland's AOK Transmission joins to talk about his shop, and the problems with some aftermarket extended warranty programs.| Transmission Digest
Registration is officially open for the 2025 PRI Show, Dec. 11-13 at the Indiana Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.| Transmission Digest
Mustang Advanced Engineering announced that it has delivered and installed two custom transmission dynamometers for NKP/Honda.| Transmission Digest
AAPEX 2025 debuts segmented show floor, 75+ sessions and new events to help buyers navigate the expanding aftermarket.| Transmission Digest
A Hydraulic Selectable One-Way Clutch (SOWC) is used in GM’s 9T50 and Ford’s 8F35 transmission. Its function and design are quite clever.| Transmission Digest
Wear in the low/reverse switch valve bore and the low clutch switch valve bore is common for Chrysler 62TE and 68RFE transmissions.| Transmission Digest
A 2015 Ford F-350 equipped with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel and 6R140 automatic transmission arrived at our shop with a customer complaint of harsh shifting.| Transmission Digest
There is a self-inflicted injury that can occur with the 62TE transmission that will cause a rationality fault code P0706 to set.| Transmission Digest
Another of the transmission industry’s stalwarts, Len Wack has passed away at the age of 91.| Transmission Digest
Endural announced a new location: the opening of its European headquarters and warehouse in Almelo, Netherlands.| Transmission Digest
Active companies in the Transmission Digest global suppliers database have provided the information contained in the following listing.| Transmission Digest
Helping transmission shops achieve successful and profitable operation.| Transmission Digest
Ten-speeds have been flooding the shops lately, and we are familiar with most of the problems associated with them.| Transmission Digest
You know that saying, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure?” Many of these tools are in your shop already.| Transmission Digest
The RFE series has seen updates in the solenoids that control the shift, plus the transmission's full assembly of gear sets and drums.| Transmission Digest
Telling apart the 8F24, 8F35, 8F40 and 8F57 transmission models.| Transmission Digest
We go over clutch regulating valves in 10-speed transmissions, including first-generation Ford and GM and second-generation GM.| Transmission Digest
With the addition of the Chrysler 2019 and later 68RFE valve body, confusion about checkballs has become even more frequent.| Transmission Digest
Verifying the correct stator for your application can be broken down into three easy checks that look at the shaft, pump cover and stator itself.| Transmission Digest
Technicians encountered a frayed and tattered mess in the PCM of the 42RLE - here's what they did about it.| Transmission Digest
Transmission issues in the cold: We look at a case study involving a 10L80 with no reverse, reported to the ATSG helpline.| Transmission Digest
It had to do with a 2002 Acura RSX using an MRMA five-speed automatic transmission that was neutralizing going into fourth gear.| Transmission Digest
An interesting scenario recently took place with a 2014 GMC Sierra 2500 using a 6L90 transmission at Harry’s Transmissions.| Transmission Digest
The Jeep Cherokee and Grand Cherokee models are both known to have Drive Train Control Module (DTCM) failure.| Transmission Digest
We have encountered no-move conditions in Nissan CVTs on several occasions, especially with 3.5L Nissan Pathfinders.| Transmission Digest
A Super Duty using the 10R140 beast of a transmission recently came into Precision Auto Repair not upshifting when pulling a load only.| Transmission Digest
A 2009 Nissan Rogue arrived at the shop with a customer concern saying that it did not have first gear, along with no throttle response.| Transmission Digest
NMG places innovation at the core of its operations, focusing on technology that meets real-world demands for reshaping automotive repair.| Transmission Digest
What can go wrong on the Mercedes-Benz 4MATIC system are the electronics, and the seals in the transfer case and differentials.| Transmission Digest
Clutch regulating valves in GM 10-speeds: What you need to know| Transmission Digest
Transmission issues in the cold| Transmission Digest
Technicians develop and apply their own styles and methods to any diagnostic situation in the transmission shop.| Transmission Digest
Sometimes, diagnostic codes won't lead you to the issue with the car or transmission. This 2011 Ford F150 using the 6R80 transmission is one example.| Transmission Digest
After rebuilding a Ford 10R80 in a 2019 Lincoln Navigator 3.5L using the Park-by Wire or E-Shift system, when it was installed and filled with fluid, the transmission wouldn’t engage Drive or Reverse and would return to Park.| Transmission Digest
The early interest in Fairview Transmissions’ services wasn’t brought on by marketing or advertising—the demand was simply there from day one| Transmission Digest
Getting these shims mixed up can easily cause a misassemble and cause a no end play issue when the housing is tightened.| Transmission Digest
Two of the most difficult calls ATSG receives on our technical help line are noises and vibrations. Trying to diagnose these over the phone can be incredibly difficult.| Transmission Digest
The following are examples where the wrong part was replaced in error in a transmission repair.| Transmission Digest
This transmission, it had some burnt clutches and needed to be rebuilt, but nothing so bad that it wouldn’t move the car. So what was going on?| Transmission Digest
Today we will discuss how to identify the GM 6T70 series generation by using the Regular Production Option (RPO) code and the VIN.| Transmission Digest
There are items connected to line pressure, like the TCC apply circuit, that are designed to have limitations.| Transmission Digest
Step by step: How to test unfamiliar diagnostic codes| Transmission Digest
A 2017 Chevy Traverse comes into Dails Transmissions with a 3.6L 6T70 powertrain package in need of a rebuilt transmission. Due to some worn bushings, ring grooves were cut into the 3-5-R/4-5-6 clutch drum assembly. During rebuild, the ring tower and drum assembly was replaced. In the rebuilding process, air checks were made to ensure| Transmission Digest
In this situation, it was a Ford 10R80 transmission in a 2019 F-150 that came to the shop barely moving.| Transmission Digest
The Ford 10R80 is a unit that visits specialty repair shops on a frequent basis with a variety of aches and pains.| Transmission Digest
Many of the parts from a Ford 10R80 will fit in a 10L80, but this assembly is not one of them.| Transmission Digest
The reman, or volume rebuilder, segment of our industry, just like the rebuilding repair shop, encompasses a lot of businesses, some similar but most highly specialized.| Transmission Digest
Recently, we have been seeing quite a few transmission failures due to water intrusion on Ram ProMaster vans equipped with the Chrysler 62TE transmission.| Transmission Digest
Park-by-wire pin pain with the 10R80 transmission| Transmission Digest
It is uncommon, if not rare, that the rebuilding transmission shop can’t locate every hard part needed to repair a transmission on its benches.| Transmission Digest
Mechanical diode failure in automatic transmissions is not uncommon. As far back as the AODE/4R70 shops have seen this type of failure. In April 2022 an article was published in Transmission Digest called, “The ins and outs of the Hydraulic Selectable One-Way Clutch (SOWC).” This article provided photos of the type of damage this style| Transmission Digest