Is it possible to get a 42RE transmission?
Used 42RE transmissions are no doubt an enticing option because of they’re affordability. However, locating the exact match to your vehicle can be difficult and sourcing a properly functioning used 42RE Transmission may take several installation & removal attempts before getting a good one.
What’s the difference between a 42RH and a 42RE?
Mechanical and hydraulic components in the 42RE are similar to those found in the 42RH (A500) transmissions. The major difference between them involves the method they use to produce governor pressure for shift control.
What kind of clutch does a 42RE have?
The 42RE (A500SE) uses electronic components to create governor pressure and the 42RH (A500) uses a mechanical governor to create governor pressure. First through third gear in the 42RE (A500SE) are provided by the clutches, bands, low roller clutch and planetary gear sets located in the transmission main case.
What is the governor pressure on a 42-48re transmission?
The governor pressure control sys- tem on the 42-48RE transmissions is a closed loop feedback system; a sys- tem of sense and adjust. Here’s what that means: The computer determines what governor pressure should be, based on vehicle speed. At, say, 25 MPH, the computer knows that governor pres- sure should be right around 25 PSI.
What’s the difference between The 42RE and 42RH transmissions?
Background The 42RE and 42RH derived from the A500 automatic transmission that was essentially a four-speed version of Chrysler’s TorqueFlite three-speed automatic. Chrysler used the transmissions mostly in rear-wheel drive Dodge trucks, vans and its Jeep lineup with engines displacing from 3.9 to 5.2 liters.
Where can I find the 42RLE transmission number?
The 42RLE transmission can be identified by a barcode label that is affixed to the upper left area of the bellhousing.
Where is the transmission on a jeep 42RE?
You can identify the transmission with visual clues and by locating the model/part numbers and the date code. Go under the vehicle to access the transmission, if still installed. The transmission is generally located under the front seats, slightly forward of the middle of the vehicle. Access the transmission from the driver’s side.
The 42RE (A500SE) uses electronic components to create governor pressure and the 42RH (A500) uses a mechanical governor to create governor pressure. First through third gear in the 42RE (A500SE) are provided by the clutches, bands, low roller clutch and planetary gear sets located in the transmission main case.