January 29, 2020
Bushwhacked! Keys to Avoiding Preventable Bushing Problems
Brian Wing
Symptoms:
- Premature wear & bushing failure
- TCC apply & release concerns
- Inadequate lubrication
- Clutch failure
- Harsh shifts
- Gear ratio & solenoid codes
Cause:
Premature wear due to suboptimal OE bushing material allows fluid loss and misalignment that can result in harsh shifting and clutch failure.Correction:
Install improved Sonnax bushing kit to restore critical clearances and resist untimely wear.Warning:
Use of an arbor press is required for correct installation. Do not use a hydraulic press or a bushing driver/hammer combination to install, as doing so may distort the bushing and cause fitment issues.
68RFE
Bushing Kit
Part No. 72030-68K
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OE bushings in Chrysler 68RFE transmissions have a tendency to wear out prematurely due to suboptimal material composition. This wear can lead to bushing failure, harsh shifts, burnt clutches and gear ratio or solenoid codes. Sonnax bushing kit 72030-68K restores worry-free operation.
- Upgraded material composition outperforms OE bushings
- Superior wear characteristics eliminate premature deterioration
- 4th Clutch Hub/Reaction Sun Gear Front Bushing
- 4th Clutch Hub/Reaction Sun Gear Rear Bushing
- Front Reaction Carrier Bushing
- Input Clutch Hub Bushing
- Input Shaft Bushing
- Low/Reverse Drum Front Bushing
- Low/Reverse Drum Rear Bushing
- Output Shaft Bushing
- Overdrive Clutch Hub/Shaft Front Bushing
- Overdrive Clutch Hub/Shaft Rear Bushing
- Rear Reaction Carrier Bushing
- Stator Bushing
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Bushing Style: Precision
Related Sonnax Parts
Required
Recommended
68RFE
4th Clutch Hub/Reaction Sun Gear Front Bushing 72030-07
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Bearing Style: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.709"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.521"
- Width: 0.540"
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Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
4th Clutch Hub/Reaction Sun Gear Rear Bushing 72030-08
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Bearing Style: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.708"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.521"
- Width: 0.540"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Front Reaction Carrier Bushing 72030-10
Bushing is replacement for un-grooved OE bushing.
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.707"
- Width: 0.395"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.521"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Input Clutch Hub Bushing 72030-12
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 2.901"
- Width: 0.371"
- Shaft Dia.: 2.717"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Input Shaft Bushing 72030-09
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Shaft Dia.: 0.699"
- Housing Bore: 0.822"
- Width: 0.515"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Low/Reverse Drum Front Bushing 72030-02
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 2.024"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.926"
- Width: 0.510"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
- Clutch failure
- Harsh shifts
- Gear ratio & solenoid codes
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Low/Reverse Drum Rear Bushing 72030-01
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 2.024"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.926"
- Width: 0.570"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
- Clutch failure
- Harsh shifts
- Gear ratio & solenoid codes
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Output Shaft Bushing 72030-03
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.535"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.414"
- Width: 0.440"
-
Helps cure:
- Gear ratio & solenoid codes
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
- Clutch failure
- Harsh shifts
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Overdrive Clutch Hub/Shaft Front Bushing 72030-05
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed Alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.218"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.115"
- Width: 0.780"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
- Inadequate lubrication
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Overdrive Clutch Hub/Shaft Rear Bushing 72030-06
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Bearing Style: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.207"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.103"
- Width: 0.610"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Rear Reaction Carrier Bushing 72030-11
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Material: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.707"
- Width: 0.395"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.521"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing wear
- Bushing failure
Required
Recommended
68RFE
Stator Bushing 72030-04
- Bushing Style: Precision
- Bearing Style: Steel-backed alloy
- Housing Bore: 1.514"
- Shaft Dia.: 1.391"
- Width: 0.720"
-
Helps cure:
- Bushing failure
- TCC apply & release concerns
- Bushing wear