Some 4l60e transmissions use a 300mm torque converter which will require you to purchase a different torque converter to work properly with this flexplate note. Buy bd diesel performance 1041210 black flex plate. Cracked exhaust ended up with transgo stage 3 shift kit, hd flex plate, and billet single disc lock up converter with short cut to allow for flex plate thickness. Excessive crankshaft flange runout or end plate can also cause flexplate cracking. P c industries supplies both genuine and oem replacement parts for cummins engines we utilize the same numbering system as cummins. However, a cracked flexplate has been reported to reduce gas mileage, due to the inefficiency it creates in the engine when it cannot perform as intended. Weve been serving local ventura county, california since 1980 as a custom boat builder, repower specialist, designer, and supplier of equipment to builders, commercial fishermen, and. As you read thru the below, always associate or think thisits 20 hp per gallon per hourexample burn 17. Cummins to allison the destroked cummins to allison flex plates are sfi 29. If you would like genuine cummins parts to be installed instead of clevite or. For trucks with upgraded power or trucks which pull very heavy loads this is the perfect addon to a high performance transmission packages.
The reason for the sound involves the flexplate s location and its function. The symptom was a ticking sound under certain conditions. Be advised that not all automatic transmissions utilize this flex plate. This is a good used transmission adapter housing from a cummins diesel 5. Cummins flex plate oem, new and used auto parts for all. Well any competent shop will quote you whatever book rate is plus fluids. May 05, 2017 2005 dodge ram 2500 cummins 48re flex plate rattle. Ats has products for gm duramax, dodge cummins, and ford powerstroke diesel trucks. New and used automotive parts and accessories on sale. Adapter and flex plate for putting an allison transmission or chevy transmission behind a cummins 5. To the extent permitted by law, this warranty is in lieu of all other. Flex plate transmission flex plate autopartswarehouse. Prw 1835910 xtreme duty sfirated internal balance 152 teeth.
We help you find the heavy duty truck parts that you need. Transmission flex plate sinister diesel flex plate. Buy performance transmission flex plates at alligator performance. This listing is for a new adapter plate and a new flywheel to install the 8. The random stalling and rattling sound point to the flywheel flex plate being cracked or loose. The unwary wont notice especially since it is so hard to see up in there. This may occur in worn engines or engine that have been poorly rebuilt. This flex plate is designed specifically for use with dcs transmission adapter plates only. Those factors ensure that when the engine starts and the driver puts it in. Weve got tough yet affordable flexplates for stock and mildly modified street vehicles.
This flex plate upgrade is perfect for towing, street, racing and sledpulling. Im not driving it for fear of ripping the center section. This doubles the thickness of the weak center area that typically fails. Notice if the starter has a low, medium or highpitched whine while spinning. A cracked flex plate is almost always a sign of other problems. The flex plate replaces the flywheel in automatic transmission cars. Bad starter drive can cause teeth or ring gear to wear rapidly. It is not compatible with any other adapter nor is it oem replacement.
How to know if a flexplate is warped by chris stevenson. In the world of lightduty trucks, the 6bt cummins, also known as the 12valve cummins, is legendary. This leaves nearly a 14 inch gap between the mounting holes in the converter and the face of the flex plate. Our oem replacement parts carry a two year warranty and remanufactured parts carry a one year warranty. All about marine transmission vdrives seaboard marine. Like loss of power, this symptom could be caused by many factors other than a cracked flexplate. It is in good shape and is not cracked and all threaded holes are in good shape. While these products are identical to the certified versions, the sfi certification time period has lapsed. If you are breaking a new flex plate in a minimal amount of time, it is probably related to improper installation when bolting up the torque converter.
You can not tighten the first tc bolt until you first hand snug all 6 bolts tightening the first bolt put in will not pull the tc evenly to the flex plate. There are tough flexplatesand there are chuck norriscaliber flexplates. A forum community dedicated to dodge cummins diesel truck owners and enthusiasts. We then tig weld in an additional laser cut center piece. Engine parts cummins conversion parts kt performance. I have the back seats out so there isnt too much sound dampening back there, and i have been listening for any odd noises over the past few weeks.
There are no shims or spacers needed and each destroked flex plate is specifically engineered for each application. While this is the more likely reason, pull out the starter and check the plate and bolts first. What are the likely causes of failure so maybe i wont do it again. Fluids and filters or damage caused from fuel or air contamination, biodiesel, low fluid levels. No matter what youre driving, we have the right cummins flex plate for your vehicle. Unfollow cummins flexplate to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. What would be a ballpark price on replacing the flex plate on. The outer perimeter of the plate is attached by six bolts directly to the torque converter which in turn drives the transmission input shaft. Slight misalignment may only cause a single flexplate to break in the life of the vehicle. While trans is out, i am going to have them install the transgo kit, and strongly considering a billet torque converter, but cost is 600. Sinister diesel reserves right to modify, change or cancel any offer before, during andor after any sale or transaction. You will find that the lip around the outside of the flex plate bottoms against the outside rim of the torque converter. Wagler cummins street fighter connecting rods wagler. The asforged manufacturing process allows for the strength of forging, yet keeps the cost down by reducing the amount of machining compared to the competition series connecting rods.
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Cost for parts and labor 2004 gmc sierra 2500 hd i have a cracked flex plate im told i might need a flex plate, torque converter and possibly a front pump bearing. The sun coast as69bfp billet flex plate for your dodge 6. A bad flex plate usually has failed due to either damage or wear and tear, so replacement with a new flex plate is the only solution. Diesel engine transmission torque converter flex plate. The affordable wagler street fighter series cummins 5. Agco provides overall lowest costs of vehicle ownership. It also helps to use several studs to guide the plate on and hold it until you get the other bolts started. This sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the fifty united states excluding new york, florida and vermont, who are twenty one 21 years of age or older.
A cracked flexplate is almost always a sign of other problems. No matter what youre driving, we have the right cummins flex plate for your automobile. What can cause a cracked flexplate out of balance engine or torque converter. What kind of noise have you heard when your flex plate was cracked. Bds flexplate is designed specifically for modified applications, and can reliably handle up to 1,500 lb. The classic and most obvious symptom of a cracked flexplate involves the sound it makes while the engine is running. So at a full load of 580 hp, the engine would burn about 2930 gph. Destroked cummins to allison transmission flex plate. Amounts shown in italicized text are for items listed in currency other than canadian dollars and are approximate conversions to canadian dollars based upon bloombergs conversion rates. Cummins flex plate quality auto parts, new, used and. Fluids and filters or damage caused from fuel or air. New cummins 30 degree lower water neck thermostat housing part no.
How to know if a flexplate is warped it still runs. Buy prw 1835910 xtreme duty sfirated internal balance 152 teeth steel flexplate for dodge cummins 5. There are many things that can cause the flex plate in your engine crankshaft to crack. Furthermore, if not properly diagnosed it will occur again and often damage to the transmission may follow. Sep 14, 2009 what would be a ballpark price on replacing the flex plate on a 05 grand caravan answered by a verified dodge mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Bully dog 70020 performance dpf diesel particulate filter 07. The sun coast 64bfp billet flex plate for your 20082010 ford 6. P c industries supplies both genuine and oem replacement parts for cummins engines. Arp flexplate bolts feature an exclusive flat 12 point head design and a larger than stock underhead radius for. I check all the idlers and such, they all look good, sound is louder near the bellhousing. Seaboard marine delivers guaranteed better than factory performance, parts, design, and engineering for cummins and other marine diesel applications.
A shop thats hungry and looking for work may charge less. Cummins n14 specs, history and problems capital reman. Yesterday the flex plate on my 2000 toyota 4runner w 155k miles was replaced. Crack and a piece missing out of the flex plate visible from the inspection port. These engines are the stuff dreams are made of if youre an old school guy looking for reliability.
Big iron sfi approved flex plate dodge ram 2500 3500 5. Find your next cummins flex plate and other auto parts and accessories for sale on ebay today. Be aware of any starter spin that bogs, then picks up again, and bogs again in a rhythmic sequence. A highend flex plate is ideal for performance transmissions and torque conversion. Because the flex plate is an integral part of your cars powertrain, and replacing it involves removing the transmission, a. More severe misalignment can break a flexplate in 15,000 to 30,000 miles. The cummins qsm11 marine engine story seaboard marine.
Kit includes a set of eight 8740 pro series flexplate bolts that are rated at 200,000 psi that replace the factory dodge bolts. The same things that cause the flexplate to crack can also cause transmission problems. Arp the world leader in fastener technology has just released a new pro series flexplate bolt kit for 19892007 dodge cummins 5. Our kits include a billet aluminum adapter plate that is less than 2 in. As i was driving into work this morning i noticed a sound that seemed to come from the middle of the car. If the flywheel flex plate is vibrating, it can cause a momentary loss of crank sensor data to the pcm. This flex plate is designed only for use with dcs gm apater plates. Start your vehicle as normal, but pay particular attention to the noise of the starter while it spins and engages the flexplate, or torque converter if your vehicle does not have a toothed flex plate. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. I pull off the inspection cover and it is so loud im afraid to put my head near the opening.
Oem is the abbreviation for original equipment manufacturer. It ended up being the exhaust was partially cracked just above the rear differential. If the egr valve on your 202015 cummins is in need of replacing, or if youre previously removed it and looking to reinstall, this is a direct stock replacement. Arp flexplate bolt kit for 19892007 dodge cummins 5. The large size of the 6bt meant that it couldnt fit in vehicles or equipment where there wasnt a massive amount of space which is where the 4bt cummins comes into play.
Because the flex plate is an integral part of your cars powertrain, and replacing it involves removing the transmission, a significant amount of labor will be involved. And to be honest, its pretty tough to argue against those kinds of. One day with the trailer attached, sound move from front to back. I heard noises reminescent of last january and sure enough. Fits all aftermarket billet converters will not work with factory or nonbillet converters solves common breakage issues meets sfi 29. Use a hammer and punch to drive the old seal out of the cover. Suncoast billet flex plate 48re47re transmission install. And we also have heavyduty and sfiapproved flexplates for highhorsepower, highrpm race applications. Mahle ring clearances are set to tighter specs than oem cummins pistons by design to achieve maximum engine life. My converter was swelling so much that it cracked the flex plate too. We offer a plethora of cummins flex plate for your vehicle needs. Serving truck enthusiasts for nearly two decades, ats invents, designs, manufactures, and sells the worlds most innovative diesel truck performance products over 600 products for onestop shopping. A mechanic worth his weight in tools can realistically have it done in 23 hours with the proper equipment. Descriptions of the sound include clanking, chirping and a light knocking.
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