Is It A Belt Or A Chain?... VT25E CVT

A frequent topic of conversation here and with our clients is the CVT belt for the VT25-E transmission. Is it a belt or a chain? Since it has no sprocket to engage it and spins around a pair of drums it is my opinion its a belt and not a chain even though it a metal part. Let us know what you think.

Our transmission parts line up has increased for the VT25E. We now carry in addition to the rebuild kits and filter (see links here for Blog and Website):

- The belt or chain (depending on your view)
- Drive and Driven Pulleys
- Case Cover with Drive and Driven Pulleys and Chain with and without Aluminum Cover
- Torque Converter
- Valve Body

Most of the items listed here are re-manufactured or reman'd. The chain is available as an experienced (fancy word for a good used parts) and new. The case half is also available new.

So don't forget to let us know what you think about the belt and anything else on your mind on this CVT unit or anything else.

Having Trouble Locating The Bushing Kit for the DPO / AL4 Transmission? ...

Well look no further. We now offer the bushing kit for the DPO / AL4 Transmission.

This automatic unit or gear box came in several vehicles including (not all vehicles listed):

- Renault Clio, Megane, Scenic, Laguna
- Citroen Xantia, Peugeot 406

The stator and planetary bushings have been re-engineered as a one piece part for quicker rebuilds and to avoid using up good cores. The kit is compatible for all units from 1999 and up.

For other transmission parts for the DPO AL4 please visit this link.

Renewed Life For The R150, R151 and R154

The Toyota R150, R151 and the R154 are 5 speed standard rear wheel drive units used in various applications. If your unit feels tired, old or sluggish it just might be time for a rebuilt. And we have the right kits for the job.

The bearing, gasket and seal kit is a great to way to go for a general rebuild. But for a more complete rebuild consider the synchronizer, bearing, gasket and seal kit, especially if the unit pops out of any gear or having trouble engaging any of the gears. Which ever way you decide to go you can always count on us for the right transmission parts.

Here is a short list of which vehicles where equipped with these units:

R150 & R151 - Pickups, Tacoma, Tundara, T-100 and 4 Runner
R154 - Supra

MSG, SLXTC and HPTC Rebuild Kits. Take A Look...

The MSG series manual transmission and transfer case are used in Isuzu vehicles; see below for more details. The SLXTC is for an Acura and the HPTC used in the Honda. What do these have in common you ask? Well they all use the same gasket and seal kit.

Three of the units also share the bearing kit and the other two (MSG5ET/5F Standard Transmission) use different bearing kits.

As promised above here is more information on the applications that came equipped with these units.

SLX-TC 96-97 (3.5L) (Acura)

HP-TC Honda Passport 94-02 (3.2L)

MSG-5FTC, Pickup, Pup, Trooper 87-02 (2.3L, 2.6L, 3.1L, 3.2L) Amigo 89-Up (2.2L, 2.6L, 3.2L), Rodeo 90-Up (2.6, 3.1, 3.2L) (Isuzu)

Isuzu MSG-5ET (4wd, 5 Speed) (G4C)

Isuzu MSG-5F (GSK-220)

Pressure Regulator Kit For The ZF-6HP26

The ZF6HP26 is the six speed transmission used by many car manufactures including Ford, Jaguar, Aston Martin, Audi, BMW and Land Rover to name a few.

Now that this unit has been on the market for a few years there are more and more inquires for parts, including solenoids and related parts. The valve body is this unit is known as the Mechatronic.

The valve body comes in different variation thus the solenoid kits also come in different variations depending on the vehicle. The best way to identify the correct kit, or any part for the transmission, is through the tag numbers. This will allow to properly identify the parts needed.

Below is a picture of a solenoid kit for the model number 1068 010 034. If you would like more information on how to determine the model number for your ZF unit please search this blog for the term "ZF Tag" and scroll down until you see the postings for tag identification.