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Superior Introduces Boost Valve and Sleeve Kit for 4R44/55E and 5R55E

Superior Transmission Parts is proud to announce the release of the newest addition to its Steel Series Replacement Valves product line: item #K037 — a boost valve and sleeve kit for Ford’s 4R44/55E and 5R55E trans-missions.

This new Steel Series replacement boost valve and sleeve kit offers a perfectly dialed-in ratio that’s slightly higher than the stock valve. It helps eliminate all the problems associated with a worn out stock aluminum valve, including low line pressure, soft shifts and cross leaks.

As with all Superior boost valves, this new kit is made out of 100% hard-ened steel and made in the USA.

For more information on this or any other Superior solutions, stop by their web site, at www. superior-transmission.com.

New Replacement Center Support for E4OD and 4R100

Lory Transmission Parts of Miami, Florida, has announced the release of

the E4OD and 4R100 center support, ready to use with the Sonnax #36743-02 center support salvage ring. The center support is precut to conform to the specifications that the Sonnax cen-ter support salvage ring demands.

For more information contact Lory Transmission Parts, toll free, at 800-966-4621, or visit them on the web at www.transmissionparts.com.

Omega Introduces New 5L40E Bushing Kit

Omega Machine & Tool, Inc. is pleased to announce the immediate availability of a new bushing kit for the 5L40E transmission. The 5L40E is available in BMW 99–up, and Cadillac CTS 2003-up.

The new kit comes complete with bushings for the reverse drum, clutch drum, plan-etary, output shaft and direct drum. Installation instruc-tions are included in each kit. Omega also has a special set of bushing driv-ers to make installa-tion even easier.

For more information on this or any of Omega’s products, please contact Dennis G. Harris, Operations Manager, at 916-928-1426, e-mail dennis@omegamachine.com, or stop by their web site at www.omegamachine.com.

HFT Now Rebuilding Valve Bodies for 5550/51SN or AF23/33

HFT - Hardparts For Transmissions has announced they have completed their research for testing valve bodies on the 5550/51SN or AF23/33. They’re now prepared to rebuild and test all valve body variations for these trans-missions.

HFT is the oldest and most expe-rienced valve body rebuilder in the industry. Experience the difference research and experience can make for your bottom line: Experience is the difference!

For more information please visit www.wesellhardparts.com/ or call 1-800-776-4433.

New Crankcase Vent Improves Turbo and Cooler Efficiency

BD’s new Crank Case Vent (CCV) Filter Kit for Ford 6.0L and 7.3L Power Stroke applications reduces crankcase oil vapor that passes through the crank-case vent and contaminates the intake system. Oil vapor residue reduces tur-

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Lory Transmission Parts of Miami, Florida, has announced the release of the E4OD, 4R100, center support, ready to use with the Sonnax #36743-02 Center Support salvage ring. The center support is precut to conform with the specifications that the SonnaxCenter Support salvage ring demands.

For more information contact Lory Transmission Parts toll free at 800-966-4621 Or visit us on the web at www.transmissionparts.com

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bocharger and intercooler efficiency, and deteriorates the silicone boots, causing them to balloon and blow off.

BD’s Crank Case Vent Filter Kit prevents all of these issues, and collects oil vapor into a one-quart container with a drain petcock. The kit installs in just two hours and includes all hard-ware and clamps.

BD Diesel Performance offers modules and programmers, turbo upgrade kits, intercoolers, high-pres-sure hoses/clamps, fuel injectors, fuel pumps, exhaust systems, cold air intake packages, transmission components, heavy-duty torque converters, complete transmissions and of course, the BD Brake—the diesel exhaust brake that started it all.

To learn more about the new Crank Case Filter Kit, contact BD Diesel Performance at 800-887-5030 or stop by their web site at www.dieselperfor-mance.com.

TransTec Reintroduces ZF6HP26 2001-up Kit

TransTec® overhaul kit number 2496 is being reintroduced to the mar-ket with an updated bill of materials.

After the initial release, our devel-opment staff discovered that the bonded valve body separator plate would cover only a limited number of BMW models — there are actually five plates to cover all current models. Rather than putting five plates in the kit (of which only one would be required for a rebuild) the original plate has been removed and it will be offered in bulk along with the other four when they become avail-able.

The TransTec® kit will continue to cover several BMW models as well as 2005-up Lincoln Navigators.

The updated kits are in stock and available for immediate shipment. The bulk separator plate numbers will be announced at a later date.

For more information on this and other TransTec products, stop by their web site, at www.transtec.com.

12-Volt, Blue Light Lamp Makes Leaks Glow Brightly!

Tracer Products has recently intro-duced the Tracerline® TP-1300 —

a 12-volt, blue light, high-intensity leak detection lamp that enables technicians to quickly pinpoint all leaks in seconds.

When you add fluorescent dye to an air conditioning or fluid system, it circu-lates throughout the system. Wherever the refrigerant or fluid escapes, so does the dye, which remains at each leak site. When you examine the system with the TP-1300 lamp, the dye glows brightly, exposing the precise location of every leak.

The TP-1300 features a unique, 3-LED lamphead with a bulb life of 100,000 hours. It provides power equiv-alent to 100W lamps with an inspection range up to 8 feet (2.4 m) or more. A 14-foot (4.3 m) power cord with alligator clips connects to the battery and increas-es versatility. Fluorescence-enhancing glasses are included with the lamp.

For more information about the Tracerline® TP-1300 lamp, call toll-free 1-800-641-1133; outside the United States and Canada, call 516-333-1254. Web site at www.tracerline.com.

Bowler Introduces New TV Cable Adjustment Tool

Are you tired of the trial and error method of adjusting your TV cable

on your 700-R4 and 200-4R transmis-sion? The crew at Bowler Performance Transmission sure was! That’s why they developed a kit to solve this problem.

Bowler’s TRU-SHIFT system is the easiest and best functioning TV cable adjusting system available. Just bolt on the supplied bracket and carbu-retor cam assembly, install the Bowler TV cable, then run the accelerator to wide open throttle: The cable will auto-matically adjust itself and you’re done.

With this system there’s no need to drop the transmission pan or install a gauge to check pressures; and best of all, no more guessing. Bowler even includes different throttle cable brack-ets to cover Lokar, Gennie, GM square and early round hole. Each one attaches neatly to the supplied stainless bracket.

Bowler has kits available for Holley, Edelbrock and Demon carbu-retors. Prices range from $249.95 to $295.95, depending on which carbure-tor you have. Bowler’s Tru-Shift was awarded 2008 Best New Product Under $500 for Hotrods and Street Rods in Indianapolis.

For more information contact Bowler Performance Transmission at (618) 943-4856 or visit their web site at www.bowlertransmissions.com.

Rotary Lift Updates Productivity Jack

Rotary Lift has updated its popular GUWSFF5 Productivity Jack to make it even more user-friendly and easy to service. The jack is used to aid in the removal and installation of vehicle assemblies, including transmis-sions, fuel tanks and axles.

An air assist fea-ture has been added to the jack, enabling technicians to use shop air to quickly raise the adapter to the desired height with just the push of a button. The jack’s lowering valve is metered, making

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fine height adjustments possible. This feature allows the jack to be positioned properly to the vehicle for responsive component lifting and installation.

Rotary has also redesigned the productivity jack’s caster system to improve its ability to roll over all sur-faces effortlessly. The lockable casters combine with a low center of gravity to provide excellent stability.

The Rotary Lift GUWSFF5 Productivity Jack has a lifting capacity of 1,100 lbs. It offers a stroke of more than 43 inches and is 31.5 inches high. A variety of lifting tables are available for use with the jack.

For more information about the Rotary Lift GUWSFF5 Productivity Jack or any other Rotary Lift product or service, contact your local Rotary distributor, visit www.rotarylift.com, or call (800) 640-5438.

Ratiotek Announces New Service Kit for Ford 4F50N and AX4N

Ratiotek has just introduced a new service kit for the Ford 4F50N and AX4N valve bodies, designed to correct driveability problems associated with wear in the pressure regulator boost valve area. The new kit, part number RTT 4F50N, restores pressure regulator boost valve function without replacing worn boost valve and sleeve assembly.

Wear in this area commonly causes complaints of harsh TCC apply. This new kit, which includes Ratiotek’s pat-ent pending Booster Recovery System, comes with a new bypass booster valve sleeve and a variety of springs to allow you to adjust shift feel to your custom-er’s specific requirements.

To learn more about this new service kit, or other products offered by

Ratiotek, call them at 626-968-2754, or stop by their web site, at www.ratiotek.com.

HECAT Coolant Pulsator Receives Innovation Award

HECAT, Inc. has received the 2008 Innovation Award for its Coolant Pulsator from Professional Tool &

Equipment News. This tool applies HECAT’s patented pulsating technol-ogy to clear clogged cooling systems without requiring costly chemical cleaners, or having to deal with dispos-ing of those cleaners afterward.

HECAT’s Coolant Pulsator clearly shows how physical action and scrub-bing energy alone can clear stubborn heat exchanger restrictions that tra-ditional chemical and fluid exchange treatments can’t.

For more information about the HECAT Coolant Pulsator, call, toll free, 1-800-380-9501, or stop by their web site at www.hecatinc.com.

ALLDATA Signs National Account Agreement With Merlin Franchising, Inc.

ALLDATA(r) LLC, has entered into a national account agreement with Merlin Franchising, Inc. Under this agreement, ALLDATA will offer its ALLDATA Repair(sm) software to nearly 60 Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops in Georgia, Illinois, Michigan and Wisconsin.

“ALLDATA Repair provides fac-tory-correct automotive service profes-sionals with repair and maintenance information from the vehicle’s Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM),” explained ALLDATA President Jeff Lagges. “ALLDATA Repair will play an important role in Merlin’s strategy to bring customers to their shops four or more times a year for OEM quality main-

tenance. We just added our 70,000th sub-scriber, which makes us the undisputed market leader in helping shops provide accurate, high-quality service.”

Merlin President Frank Smola commented, “This new alliance with ALLDATA is key to our 200,000 Mile strategy and further sales success.”

Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops offer a neighborhood approach to automo-tive service and are committed to keep-ing their customers’ cars running safely and economically for 200,000 miles or more. Merlin’s “DRIVE FOR 200,000,” the industry’s most comprehensive and affordable maintenance program, sup-ports vehicle owners thousands of miles beyond the usual manufacturers’ mainte-nance requirements.

Aftermarket Technology Corp. Names Todd R. Peters President and COO

Aftermarket Technology Corp. today announced the promotion of Todd R. Peters to president and chief operating officer.

During the last four years in his role as vice president and chief finan-cial officer, Peters worked closely with Don Johnson, chairman and chief exec-utive officer, and the board of directors on the establishment and execution of the company’s strategic plans and objectives.

“I am pleased to announce Todd’s promotion to president and chief oper-ating officer,” said Don Johnson. “For the past four years, he has done an excellent job working with me to devel-op the strategic direction and plans that have resulted in our phenomenal growth. Todd’s promotion is the result of our management development and succession planning process where he has proven to be a strong leader and is clearly ready to assume the respon-sibilities for this key operations role within ATC.”

The company also announced that John M. Pinkerton, who most recently served as vice president and control-ler, will act as chief financial officer. The company will initiate a process to evaluate both internal and external candidates for the leadership positions in its financial organization.

Johnson will continue in his role

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as chairman and chief executive officer. Both Peters and Pinkerton will report to Johnson in their new roles.

ATC is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois. The Company provides outsourced engineered solutions and supply chain logistics services to the light and medium/heavy duty vehicle aftermarket and consumer electronics industries.

Consumer Advocates Fight to Keep ‘Rebuilt Wrecks’ Off Nation’s Roadways

The National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) has joined a diverse coalition of consumer pro-tection, law enforcement, and auto industry representatives to urge the US Department of Justice to finalize a critical rulemaking to help prevent rebuilt, wrecked, flooded, or stolen vehicles from unknowingly ending up on a consumer’s driveway.

Each year, millions of vehicles are totaled, and many of them are refurbished and return to the road with no record of the vehicle’s severe dam-age. In an effort to benefit all used car buyers by reducing vehicle title fraud, Congress passed legislation in 1992 creating a national information system to link state DMVs electronically and to mandate that insurers and salvage yards report the VINs of junk and salvage vehicles to the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS).

In a May 20 letter to Attorney General Michael Mukasey, NADA, consumer protection organizations, law enforcement, and auto industry representatives strongly urged that the Justice Department make the NMVTIS rulemaking a priority by finalizing the necessary regulations to implement the insurance and salvage yard VIN disclo-sure requirements under the Anti-Car Theft Act as soon as possible.

In addition, the letter urges the Justice Department to make the NMVTIS data readily accessible to the public (via a web site or similar elec-tronic media) without waiting for the rulemaking to occur.

“The auto industry and consum-er advocates share the same goal of ensuring that salvage vehicle report-ing requirements are enforced under

the law,” said Ivette Rivera, execu-tive director of legislative affairs for the National Automobile Dealers Association. “NMVTIS presents an important opportunity to track poten-tially dangerous salvage vehicles — whether it is keeping a problem vehicle off a dealer’s lot or helping consumers spot a severely damaged vehicle.”

The Justice Department has failed to meet the Congressional deadline of January 1998 for implementing the rules for the NMVTIS database. Consequently, vehicle salvage fraud, title-washing and VIN cloning (switch-ing the VIN of a stolen car with the VIN of a similar make and model) continues to plague used car buyers.

NADA, founded in 1917 and based in McLean, Va., represents about 20,000 new-car and truck dealers with nearly 43,000 separate franchises, both domestic and imported.

SKF’s Katie Noga Named President of Automotive Communication Council

Katie Noga, manager of market-ing and motorsports for SKF, recent-ly assumed the position of president for the Automotive Communications Council (ACC). Noga, a 27-year vet-eran of the automotive aftermarket, is beginning her second term as ACC president. An active member of the ACC since 1985, Noga first served as president from 1991-92.

“It’s rewarding to have Katie repre-sent SKF as president of the Automotive Communications Council,” said Mike McGrath, President, SKF VSM North America. “SKF takes pride in its involvement in industry organizations. We find importance in the activities and contributions the ACC makes to our industry, and SKF is proud of the leadership role it plays in the organiza-tion.”

Noga added: “I’m excited to begin my second term as ACC president. I look forward to leading the organiza-tion and continuing its growth over the next year.”

The Automotive Communications Council (ACC) is a national, non-profit organization consisting of marketing professionals engaged in public rela-tions, advertising, branding and other

communication practices for automo-tive aftermarket companies. Founded in 1941, ACC is the oldest continuously operating council in the aftermarket.

For more information about SKF and its 100 Year Jubilee, visit www.vsm.skf.com.

Transforce Industries Is Pleased to Announce the Introduction of Their 4R100/E40D Diesel Conversion Cases

Transforce Industries has intro-duced a new conversion case as a viable alternative to costly and hard to find 4R100/E40D F8 Diesel Cases.

Transforce offers an F7 case machined to F8 specifications (Part #R36605L) or an F0 case machined to F8 specifications (Part #R36605M).

For more information on this prod-uct call Transforce Industries at: 1-902-860-1474. In Canada, they’re distribut-ed by Parts 4 Automatic Transmissions; call them at 1-780-452-8660.