Transmission Buyer’s Guide

AFE Power
The magnetic drain plug on AFE Power’s die-cast A380-T6 aluminum transmission pan just might save your engine from damage. Both external and internal fins transfer heat from the fluid to the outside air for maximum cooling.

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AFE Power
951-493-7155
www.afepower.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide afe Power Magnetic Drain Energy Suspension
Hyper-Flex performance polyurethane transmission mounts from Energy Suspension incorporate a patented safety metal interlock, so they will not rip apart like regular rubber mounts. Energy Suspension says the mounts are soft enough for the street but tough enough for off-road abuse. This photo shows the ’85 to ’00 GM 2500-3500 four-wheel drive with an automatic transmission.

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Energy Suspension
888-913-6374
www.energysuspension.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide hyper Flex Energy Suspension ATS Diesel Performance
The Co-Pilot from ATS Diesel Performance is now available for the Dodge 68RFE transmission. The electronically variable pressure control design of the trans leads to slipping under heavy loads or modified power levels. The ATS Co-Pilot monitors the engine load being exerted on the trans and modifies the hydraulic strategy to prevent slippage. The unit is adjustable from within the cab.

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ATS Diesel Performance
800-949-6002
www.atsdiesel.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide ats Diesel Co Pilot Centerforce
The Dual Friction and DFX series single-disc clutches from Centerforce are not available for ’88 to ’93 Dodge trucks with 5.9L diesel engines. Each of these new clutch assemblies has a higher holding capacity pressure plate and is designed for a direct bolt-in replacement.

The Dual Friction pressure plates have a carbon-composite puc-style facing while the DFX series uses a button-style disc.

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Centerforce
928-771-8422
www.centerforce.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide centerforce Clutch Banks Power
The Banks TransCommand electronic module for Ford’s E40D and 4R100 transmissions senses the load and commands the transmission to raise the hydraulic pressure accordingly. Light-throttle shifts are smooth and firm, while full-throttle or heavy-load driving produces solid, decisive shifts. This unit is easy to install.

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Banks Power
800-601-8072
www.bankspower.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide banks Transcommand BD Diesel Performance
The Triple Torque Force torque converter from BD Diesel Performance features a one-piece CNC-machined cover that prevents warping, improper balancing, and leakage. BD has tighter tolerances and a self-centering clutch teeth design, and the clutch packs ensure proper alignment and less friction wear.

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BD Diesel Performance
800-887-5030
www.dieselperformance.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide bd Diesel Performance Triple Torque Force Converter Flex-a-lite
Gator Clips are a secure way to mount an oil cooler to bracketry or flat panels. Gator Clips grip the cooler at its strongest point (the core tubes) and provide a durable connection to the vehicle. A stack of three Gator Clips creates a ½-inch clearance between the cooler and any mounting surface for proper airflow— plus they’re reusable.
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Flex-a-lite
866-447-5967
www.flex-a-lite.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide flex A Lite Gator Clips Fleece Performance Engineering
The TapShifter allows you to shift your ’01 to ’05 Allison transmission with the touch of a button just like the ’06-and-newer models. It installs with OEM high-quality connectors and will allow you to select Fourth gear. It is available with the built-in AlliLocker torque converter clutch controller feature.

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Fleece Performance Engineering
765-676-5063
www.fleeceperformance.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide fleece Performance Engineering Tap Shifter Garmon’s Diesel Performance
Let Garmon’s Diesel Performance help you with your complete drivetrain strategy. Garmon’s produces transmission replacements for Chevy, Dodge, and Ford diesel trucks. Garmon’s is a full-service shop offering in-house installation, or the company can ship you a fully dyno-tested unit. Torque converters and valvebodies are sold separately.

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Garmon’s Diesel Performance
404-557-4972
www.garmonsdieselperformance.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide garmons Diesel Performance Hughes Performance
Custom truck performance transmission and torque converter packages from Hughes Performance are designed to provide maximum durability, performance, and efficiency for towing, off-road, street performance, and competitive motorsport use. The product line covers the most basic daily driver all the way up to a fully modified diesel truck and beyond.

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Hughes Performance
602-257-9591
www.hughesperformance.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide hugh Performance Transmission And Torque Converter Florida Torque Converter
Cummins diesel triple-billet heavy-duty converters from Florida Torque Converter are designed and manufactured to improve the acceleration, pulling power, and efficiency of your vehicle (to the max). If your truck is used for extreme towing, this converter is right for you. Features include: a welded turbine hub, hardened billet splines, Torrington bearings, a unique billet front cover, extreme-duty Kevlar clutch materials, and more.

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Florida Torque Converter
239-458-9255
www.floridatorqueconverters.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide florida Torque Converter PerformaBuild
A dual line of truck transmissions from PerformaBuilt includes some of the best warranties in the business. The Heavy Haulers are for towing and work applications while the Rock Crawlers are for 4x4 off-road use. Check out the build specs and pricing details on the company’s website.

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PerformaBuilt Transmissions
888-744-6542
www.performabuilt.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide performabuilt Transmissions Mag-Hytec
An added capacity (2½ quarts) and aluminum fins that increase the surface area work to help dissipate transmission fluid heat with the Mag-Hytec pan. The magnetic drain plug captures metallic debris and the 1⁄8-inch NPT temperature probe bung is already installed. The rigidity of the pan reduces twist under heavy loads.

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Mag-Hytec
818-786-8325
www.mag-hytec.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide mag Hytec Drain Pan North American Powertrain Components
“We have built transmissions for some of the fastest, most powerful trucks on the planet,” says North American Powertrain Components. With the most advanced dyno on the market, NAPC has extremely stringent guidelines, so all the trannys shift and perform as intended. Since four levels of Dodge transmissions are offered, you can rest assured you’ll get what’s best for your application. All race-series transmissions come with a converter matched to your setup.

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North American Powertrain Components
866-456-4498 or 780-456-4498 x229
www.napc.ca   |   transmission Buyers Guide north American Powertrain Components Sun Coast Converters
The new OM3GA billet input shaft and assembly for the Dodge 47/48 transmissions from Sun Coast Converters is now available. This part was developed to endure the extreme power of today’s high-performance diesel trucks. With the Duraflite transmission for Duramax trucks and the Powerflite transmission for Ford fans, this setup is available for any make.

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Sun Coast Converters
800-868-0053
www.suncoastconverters.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide sun Coast Converters Pacific Performance Engineering
The new cast high-grade aluminum alloy front differential cover from PPE features ¼-inch external cooling fins and 5⁄8-inch internal heat absorbing ribs, reducing oil temperature. The sight-level fill plug has a large, 17mm hex-head and a 1-inch Neodymium magnet to attract and hold harmful particles. Fluid capacity is increased by 24 fluid ounces. This photo shows the cover for an ’11 Chevy/GMC 2500/3500HD 4x4.

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Pacific Performance Engineering
714-958-4825
www.ppediesel.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide pacific Performance Engineering TS Performance
If your Dodge Cummins-powered Ram sees lots of heavy-duty use, the transmission gets the brunt of it. This is evident when your transmission hunts for a gear, shifts too early, or flares during towing. These conditions can severely damage your transmission, so TS Performance engineered the Shift Master plug-and-play control unit. The Shift Master overrides the vehicle’s computer control and allows you to select between one of three shift settings from a dash-mounted switch. The Shift Master is available for ’04½ to ’07 Dodge diesel trucks.

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TS Performance
270-746-9999
www.tsperformance.com   |   transmission Buyers Guide ts Performance Shift Master