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  1. BigFish

    48re sonnax accumulator

    I'm installing my superior shift kit. I purchased a sonnax billet accumulator piston kit to go in the trans as well. The shift kit instructions from superior show two springs going in for the accumulator piston. A smaller diameter spring supplied in the kit from superior that goes in the top...
  2. BigFish

    48re sonnax billet accumulator

    In the process of installing my superior shift kit in my 48re. Truck is a 2006 2500. I purchased the sonnax billet accumulator piston kit (22841-04k) to install. The shift kit instructions show two springs going in with the accumulator, a smaller diameter spring supplied with the kit going above...
  3. V

    48RE Leak after Service

    Recently got my transmission serviced after having the heat exchanger line replaced due to wear/tear. After the service, I'm noticing a small weep from the torque converter bolt access panel on the upper passenger side after sitting overnight. No fluid coming out of the access panel on the...
  4. Mark 5.9 coalburner

    Firepunk transmission

    I’m from NC and interested in upgrading the transmission in my 05 Dodge. Just wanted to know what I’m looking at price wise if I went to Firepunk. I’m looking at stage 1 or 2. I want Firepunk to do all the work. I’m willing to drive up for that. Anyone have a ballpark figure? Yes I know I can...
  5. Stevenwhorton

    48re transmission problems

    2005 Dodge Ram 2500 with a 5.9 Cummins. 48RE transmission. 2 problems First one is when truck is warm and is turned off and started again that same day , sometimes 15 minutes or a couple hours. About 50% of the time it will not go into any gear without waiting a while or reviving it up to about...
  6. JKosten

    2006 ECM Exhaust Brake logic

    I have been looking through the FSM, forums and general internet search's and I have not found a clear answer to what the logic behind the exhaust brake (EB) control is for the 2006 5.9 Cummins ECM. I have found (and from my experience) that is will run the EB to aid warm up (under 900 rpm, 170...
  7. JKosten

    2006 ECM Exhaust Brake logic

    I have been looking through the FSM, forums and general internet search's and I have not found a clear answer to what the logic behind the exhaust brake (EB) control is for the 2006 5.9 Cummins ECM. I have found (and from my experience) that it will run the EB to aid warm up (under 900 rpm, 170...
  8. Mhennessy

    How to correct a hard TC lock up.

    Gents, 2004.5 48re. I have a built trans (billet input and upgraded VB) The exact details are unknown as it was done prior to me owing it and the builder just rattled off what he usually puts in them. Anyway the TC lock up towing is really hard!! I do have a triple disk and she is fine when...
  9. J

    48RE Transmission slipping 1st gear and 2nd gear

    Hi, I have a transmission issue with my 2005 ram 2500 5.9 diesel automatic 48re 2x4 truck with 200k. Got the truck used and don't know if trans is original or not. I have done a lot of reading on this forum and have not found an issue exactly like mine. I have noticed Cerberusiam seems to be...
  10. LASINSKI

    2007 24v 5.9 cummins ttva

    hello I've been chasing codes on the dreaded ttva it started with a hard 1755 even after ttva change then new ECM followed by 1754 stuck ttva so I removed while still plugged in strapped it up went for a drive and my trans is back to normal all gears o/d tow-haul manual shift smooth through all...
  11. R

    TTVA causing low power

    I just installed a transgo shift kit in my 07 5.9 cummins with the 48re automatic trans. What a pain in the ass. (I hate automatics now) During the installation I had to remove the TTVA to be able to drop the VB out of the trans. After everything was put back together, my truck shifts like its...
  12. Timd32

    Transmission Troubleshooting Article

    As with most things thing might be old news, but I ran across IMO a good article with some technical info that may help some folks..... or not.... or its been posted before many times. Sorry for the repeated post then...
  13. Ozymandias

    BD Diesel Tap Shifter Kit for 47/48RE

    Found this lately, has someone here installed it yet? Sounds very interesting to me. https://www.dieselperformance.com/shop/product/1031382-bd-48re-tapshifter-comes-with-valve-body-dodge-2003-2007-19822
  14. H

    04.5 48re Works properly manually only

    As stated in title 04.5 48re has some shifting issues. I cannot find similar issues anywhere on the web so I apologise in advance if this info is buried somewhere else. While driving one day I was slowing down and felt what appeared to be a firm downshift. When I accelerated from the turn it...
  15. H

    48re Accelerates When Engaged in Drive and Reverse

    I have search and search and believe my torque convert is locked. 2005, 2500, 48re automatic 4speed. The transmission is fine when in park and neutral. When you engage drive or reverse, the truck RPM's remain low but the truck wants to accelerate. I have replaced the governor pressure sensor and...
  16. B

    WTT/WTS Full 48RE Swap Rebuilt

    I have a complete swap for sale or trade. Rebuilt 48RE with raysbestos gpz frictions and kolene steels. Billet accumulator piston, billet governor solenoid and housing from wellington, new transducer, triple disk torque converter. No miles on the trans. Decided to go manual. Have the...
  17. D

    WTT my 48RE transmission for your NV5600 or G56 transmission

    Looking to swap my 2006 Dodge Ram 2500's 48RE Transmission, Transfer Case, etc. for your 3rd Gen NV5600 or G56, transfer case, etc. Preferably a straight up trade, but if you have upgraded hydraulics and clutch, I'll kick in some cash. My transmission has roughly 119,000 miles on it. Just...
  18. N

    48re three accumulator springs?

    I am replacing the pressure switch and sensor on 2004 2500. That went smooth but when I pulled the plate for the accumulator spring to replace it there were three springs instead of one. I tried to reinstall the springs but I can't get the plate to seat back up right. Can I put the one spring in...
  19. Ozymandias

    Debris in 48Re Oilpan

    Hi together I installed a new BD Converter, a new Front Band and a TransGo Shiftkit. After 5000M of use I dropped the Pan for checkup and found a lot if debris in it. Looks like sugar/salt crystals. Not a chip of blinking metall, nothing on the magnetic drainbolt. I showed the pan to a...
  20. Ozymandias

    04.5 48RE TCC in 2nd Gear?

    Hi together I've got some questions about my trannies behavior. My Transmission locks up in manual 2nd Gear, is this standard or is this transmission modified? Also the TCC stays, only sometimes, locked when I switch from manual 2nd to drive. I bought this truck lately and I don't know much...
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