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Failure of the intermediate stub shaft and direct drum are almost inevitable when transmissions are pushed to the limit. To maximize durability and improve clutch capacity in heavy-duty/performance vehicles, Sonnax offers Smart-Tech direct clutch drum and shaft kits, the first upgrade to eliminate every critical weakness. Most failures in these units occur where the direct drum and stub shaft connect. Even other aftermarket upgrades that rely on a heavy-duty shaft will sheer in this area under extreme conditions. Unlike two-piece assemblies, the all-in-one Smart-Tech easily handles the highest horsepower/torque levels. The unique one-piece clutch drum with integrated stub shaft is precision machined from high-strength steel to guarantee there are no splines to strip from the drum or weaken the shaft. The shaft itself is significantly thicker and 2 times stronger than the original. Due to its larger diameter, the integrated shaft must be used with the kit's custom, heavy-duty sun gear. Insufficient holding power is another area where many transmissions fall short, but installing thinner aftermarket steels and backing plates to increase clutch capacity isn't ideal. Those components increase clutch pack flex and heat build-up, making them the primary cause of repeat burn-up. To improve both performance and long-term reliability, the Smart-Tech's custom drum and piston hold an OE backing plate and seven OE frictions for 17 percent more clutch capacity than the six-friction stack-up. Sonnax Smart-Tech direct clutch drum and shaft kits feature: * One-piece design that eliminates weak point where drum splines strip and shafts break * Rugged shaft is 50 percent thicker and twice as strong as OE * Custom drum and piston deliver 17 percent more clutch capacity with optimum protection against burn-up * High-strength drum and shaft are precision-machined from hardened 8620 steel * Unique sun gear is precision-machined from 9310, heat-treated steel
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$754.00
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$770.64
Sonnax heavy-duty automatic transmission clutch hubs eliminate hub failure. These overrun clutch hubs feature high-strength steel and thicker material for trouble-free performance when applying deceleration engine braking in D3, D2, or D1 ranges. Ready your transmission for high performance applications, such as autocross, with Sonnax heavy-duty clutch hubs. Additional info: * Two times thicker than OE clutch hubs to prevent cracking and breaking in critical areas that engage the input sprag inner race * Manufactured from high-strength 4140 chromoly steel
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$236.88
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Sonnax billet accumulator pistons feature a stronger piston made from anodized billet aluminum with a dual-seal design. OEM plastic accumulators are prone to breaking and have poor sealing qualities and the metal rings currently offered with aftermarket accumulators also have issues with sealing. Sonnax piston's seals prevent piston-to-bore contact and the D-rings vastly improve sealing compared to aftermarket steel rings.
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$117.95
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Sonnax universal remanufactured valve bodies have been uniquely designed to fit a variety of '99-later Chrysler applications, regardless of OE checkball or solenoid configuration. The convenience of stocking one SKU number for various applications saves time, money and interchangeability confusion. The channel casting has been resurfaced to SAE recommended flatness and surface finish. The seasoned casting warpage is now eliminated, removing cross-leaks and manufacturing burrs that resulted in clutch distress and shift complaints. A new separator plate is also installed, along with gaskets, to seal the critical surfaces between the valve body and channel casting. Heavy-duty/high performance accumulator pistons with dual-guide seals are installed to prevent piston-to-bore scuffing and restore clutch pressures due to leakage. Patented Sonnax valves are installed to restore hydraulic pressures and eliminate shift complaints, trouble codes, converter concerns and overdrive clutch distress. Their patented accumulator cover plate—made from stronger, thicker material and secured with additional screws—is also installed to prevent flexing or breakage. To guarantee the highest level of operational performance, these remanufactured valve bodies are tested on state-of-the art equipment to verify that pressures match OE specification. Product notes: * One SKU fits all applications, saving time, money and confusion * Resurfaced OE channel casting eliminates warpage, burrs, and cross-leaks cost effectively * New separator plate and gaskets provide critical seal between cast surfaces * Patented Sonnax valves and pistons restore hydraulic integrity of circuits to eliminate shift complaints and clutch distress * Patented Sonnax accumulator cover plate stronger than OE to prevent flexing and breaking
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$438.31
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$680.85
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The Chrysler 46RH/RE, 47RH/RE, 48RE and A727 units used in high performance applications often bend or break the kickdown band strut. To help eliminate these issues, Sonnax offers heavy-duty kickdown band struts—made of solid, heat-treated steel that will not bend or break like other stamped struts. These quality replacements feature an extra-thick cross-section for maximum toughness to withstand the increased intermediate "band" applied forces that are common in high performance applications. Installation is easy: just remove the pan and valve body to expose the bottom of the transmission, loosen the adjusting screw to remove all tension from the band, then remove the original strut and insert your new one with the flat surface facing away from the band. Tighten the adjusting screw to manufacturer specs—and you're good to go!
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$19.68
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The Sonnax automatic transmission reverse servo spacers provide a simple, low-cost way to add durability to the GM 4L80-E and 4L85-E transmissions and eliminates the need to retrofit early design reverse servo pistons into late units. Due to a design change in 1996, it had been found that the reverse servo piston commonly breaks because it is stressed more than early servos. Installation of Sonnax reverse servo spacers reduce piston stress by increasing the contact area between the aluminum piston and spacer and incorporating a cushion spring washer. The new contact area is over two times the original and the pressure between the piston and the spacer is reduced by 60 percent. The reverse servo spacer kits easily install during assembly and does not require machining or other modifications. Excessively high line pressure in 'Reverse' is directly related to boost valve wear and cross-leaks into the EPC oil circuit. For maximum durability, inspect and replace the boost valve with one of the Sonnax 4L80-E boost valve kits (sold separately). Product features and benefits: * Increased contact area reduces pressure between apply pin and piston by 60 percent * Added Belleville spring washer reduces shock on piston * No machining necessary, drop-in components * Maximum durability for minimal cost
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$12.91
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Sonnax heavy-duty reverse pistons offer high-strength that will not break at racing pressures. Made from 6061 T-6 billet aluminum, Sonnax reverse pistons are configured to utilize four frictions and five steels, but can also be machined to accept additional frictions and steels for trans-brake applications. They're customizable for any application. To reduce rotating weight in Circle Track applications, two frictions (rotating) and seven steels (non-rotating) can be used. Sonnax heavy-duty reverse pistons include inner and outer seals.
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$107.54
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It's common for one of the three plastic retention tabs to break on the wiring harness case pass-through connector in GM 4L80-E and 4L85-E units. This allows the connector to be pushed into the case when connecting the external harness. Not only does this require extra labor to fix, it also requires a new wiring harness. Sonnax wiring harness connector bracket 34998-01K retains the internal harness connector even though the retention tabs may be broken. Additional notes: * Bracket firmly holds the connector in place from inside the pan using existing hardware * Connector bracket saves expensive wiring harness replacement * Bracket and bolts are included * 4L80-E and 4L85-E units use two different wiring harness connector styles. The early style has exposed terminals and a red rubber gasket. The late style has a gray plastic enclosure surrounding the terminals. The Sonnax bracket 34998-01K works only with the late style connector.
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$3.33
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OE cast front (direct) clutch pistons in listed Chrysler units are known to crack and break, resulting in direct clutch failure. Sonnax reinforced front clutch pistons are made of cast aluminum and are specially designed to guard against failure. They include additional webbing that reinforces weak areas of the piston, preventing repeat failure and ensuring reliable results. Select the model designed for your transmission type.
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$42.10
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Sonnax front pump stud kits are a must when aligning the pump on your stock Powerglide case. They will prevent you from stripping the threads in the case when bolting the transmission during routine maintenance. Use genuine Sonnax parts and avoid the breaking or wear-and-tear of vital components. These kits include seven serrated flange hex head nuts and double-ended studs.
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$15.39
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