1996–2002 Stage 1 Diesel A518 / 46RE / 47RE Transmission
Dodge Ram 2500 & 3500 • 5.9L Cummins Diesel
Stage 1 Heavy-Duty Upgrade – Improved Durability Over Stock
STAGE 1 BUILD OVERVIEW
This Stage 1 diesel transmission is designed for customers who want
increased durability and reliability over a stock OEM rebuild while
maintaining factory drivability and smooth shift characteristics.
Ideal for daily driving, towing, and lightly modified diesel trucks.
This is not a performance or race build. Stage 1 focuses on addressing
known OEM wear points and improving torque control for long-term use.
WHAT’S INCLUDED – STAGE 1 UPGRADES
Complete master rebuild kit with upgraded OEM-equivalent frictions and steels
Increased clutch capacity where applicable
Heavy-duty intermediate band upgrade
Remanufactured pump assembly with blueprinted clearances
Updated valve body with Stage 1 shift calibration
Boost valve upgrade for improved pressure stability
New solenoids installed
New pressure sensor installed
OEM-spec bushings replaced throughout
New transmission filter
All factory recommended updates completed
TORQUE CONVERTER
Single-disk billet cover lock-up torque converter included.
Stock stall speed retained for smooth drivability and towing use.
APPLICATIONS
1996–2002 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel
1996–2002 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel
Some early-production 2003 models
BUILD INFORMATION
Each transmission is custom built per application using high-quality
components and is fully inspected and tested prior to shipment.
Designed for stock engines, mild tuning, towing, and daily use.
WARRANTY
3-year warranty on cars and light-duty trucks
18-month warranty on heavy-duty trucks (11,000 GVW and over)
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