One of the most commonly blamed component in a racing car for failure or inconsistency is probably the torque converter. We can’t see inside it to diagnose or analyze without cutting it open, the design is very complex, and to reassemble a specialized welder and balancing machine is needed. Compare this to taking the bowls […]
For more than 30 years, racers have relied on a variety of OEM parts to complete their cars due to budget or due to a lack of suitable aftermarket parts. In the last 15 years, this has started to change dramatically with the availability of aftermarket cases, housings, gears, and just about every other high […]
What To Look ForToday, powerglide transmissions are reliable up to as much as 3000 horsepower in certain applications. The backbone of this entire system is the planetary gear assembly. The modern aftermarket gear set for powerglide transmissions should feature many of these upgrades. What To AvoidThe OEM powerglide was manufactured with two first gear ratios […]
We’ve used and tested just about every band available for powerglide transmissions. Here’s some info on the various bands available and our experience using each type. Red – This material is good for general racing applications, but specifically it is best for any powerglide that utilizes an aluminum high gear drum. The red material will […]
