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Created by rebuilders, for rebuilders, Sonnax Technical Resources contains hundreds of valuable articles, videos and more to help you find the best solutions to everyday automotive issues. Whether you’re researching a specific problem with a unit that’s just come into your shop or seeking rebuilding tips and tricks from the pros, this section is where you can easily search 10+ years of free Sonnax tech for answers.
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August 15, 2017
Basic Installation Steps for the Smart-Tech® Overrun Clutch Valve Kit
Topics: Rebuilding Tips Transmission GM 4L85-E Transmission 4L80-E Transmission
Watch NowMay 26, 2017
Get Rock-Solid Reliability & 20% More Torque Capacity with the Smart-Tech® Overdrive Clutch Housing Kit
Topics: Miscellaneous Rebuilding Tips Transmission Chrysler 66RFE Transmission 65RFE Transmission 68RFE Transmission 45RFE Transmission 545RFE Transmission
Watch NowMay 09, 2017
From the Bench: Building a World‑Class Powerglide Racing Transmission
Gregg Nader
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission GM Powerglide Transmission
Watch NowApril 26, 2016
Prevent "Mystery" Powerglide Band Failures by Overcoming the Servo Pin Bias Effect
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission GM Powerglide Transmission
Watch NowFebruary 22, 2016
Eliminate 3-4 Clutch Failure with the Smart-Tech® Input Housing
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission GM 4L70-E Transmission 4L60 Transmission 4L60-E Transmission 4L65-E Transmission
Watch NowDecember 11, 2015
Introducing the Sonnax 48RE Converted Valve Body
Topics: Miscellaneous Remanufactured Valve Bodies Transmission Chrysler 48RE Transmission 46RE Transmission 47RE Transmission
Watch NowOctober 06, 2015
Protect Against Breakage with the Dodge Diesel Extreme Duty Output Shaft
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission Chrysler 48RE Transmission
Watch NowOctober 06, 2015
Increase Torque & Load Capacity with Confidence - Install the Dodge Diesel Extreme Duty Intermediate Shaft
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission Chrysler 48RE Transmission 47RH Transmission 47RE Transmission
Watch NowOctober 06, 2015
Unmatched Durability & Performance with the #1 Dodge Diesel Heavy Duty Input Shafts
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission Chrysler 48RE Transmission 47RH Transmission 47RE Transmission
Watch NowMay 22, 2015
Stop 4R70W Drum Failure with the Smart-Tech® Forward Clutch Drum
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission Ford 4R75W Transmission 4R70W Transmission 4R70E Transmission 4R75E Transmission
Watch NowMarch 09, 2015
GM 6L80 Series Transmission Upgrades & Repairs
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission GM 6L90 Transmission 6L80 Transmission 6L50 Transmission 6L45 Transmission
Watch NowJanuary 05, 2015
How to Vacuum Test Video - Part 3 of 3
Topics: Vacuum Testing Transmission
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Vacuum Test Stand Setup & Calibration Video - Part 2 of 3
Topics: Vacuum Testing Transmission
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What is Vacuum Testing? Video - Part 1 of 3
Topics: Vacuum Testing Transmission
Watch NowDecember 29, 2014
Sonnax at PRI 2014: Video Featuring Powerglide Oil Pan Kit
Topics: Transmission GM Powerglide Transmission
Watch NowOctober 28, 2014
Easy Pressure Switch Rebuilds for 6L- & Gen. 1 6T-Series Units
Topics: Rebuilding Tips Transmission GM 6L90 Transmission 6L80 Transmission 6L50 Transmission 6L45 Transmission 6T70 (Gen. 1) Transmission 6T75 (Gen. 1) Transmission
Watch NowJuly 15, 2014
Zip Kit® Video - The first step in correcting common shift problems.
Topics: Diagnostics And Theory Transmission
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