January 05, 2015
What is Vacuum Testing? Video - Part 1 of 3
Presented by Sonnax
Valve body vacuum testing is a quick and easy process that yields repeatable, accurate results. The first in a three-part series, this video features Sonnax Tech Specialist Jim Dial answering some of the big questions like:
- What are the benefits of vacuum testing?
- How does valve body wear lead to transmission problems?
- What does vacuum testing tell you about a valve body?
- How to get started vacuum testing
Learn More
January 05, 2015
Vacuum Test Stand Setup & Calibration Video - Part 2 of 3
January 22, 2011
Vacuum Testing for Leakage
March 29, 2017
Transmission Report: Sonnax Voted Tops for Parts & Tools!
September 12, 2017
Seal the Deal: How to Prevent Comebacks with Non-Valve-Body Vacuum Testing
Randall Schroeder
September 27, 2017
Sonnax Roadshow Part II: Isolating the Problem – Methods to Identify Bore Wear
Randall Schroeder
March 18, 2021
Transmission Testing & Repairs: It’s NOT Business as Usual, so Make Sure You’re Vacuum Testing
Randall Schroeder
Related Parts
Required
Recommended
Vacuum Test Stand Kit VACTEST-01K
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Helps cure:
- The need for a quick, easy & repeatable method to test valve & bore wear
Required
Recommended
6R60, 6R75, 6R80 (2009–2014), ZF6HP19, ZF6HP26, ZF6HP32
Vacuum Test Plate Kit 95740-VTP1
Cannot be used on 053 separator plate applications.
Required
Recommended
Required
Recommended
Required
Recommended
Required
Recommended
6F35 (Gen. 1), 6F35 (Gen. 2), 6F35 (Gen. 3), 6T30 (Gen. 1), 6T40 (Gen. 1), 6T45 (Gen. 1), 6T50 (Gen. 1)
Vacuum Test Plate Kit 144740-VTP
6T30/40/45/50, Gen. 1 only; 6F35 Gen. 1, Gen. 2 & Gen. 3
Required
Recommended
6F50, 6F55, 6T70 (Gen. 1), 6T70 (Gen. 2), 6T75 (Gen. 1), 6T75 (Gen. 2)
Vacuum Test Plate Kit 124740-VTP
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