{"product_id":"68rfe-guardian-overdrive-drum-assembly-with-srrs","title":"68RFE Guardian Overdrive Drum Assembly with SRRS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunCoast Performance 68RFE Overdrive Drum Assembly with SRRS\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThis is the same overdrive drum assembly used in the SunCoast Performance Guardian line of 68RFE transmissions. Each unit begins with a factory 68RFE overdrive drum that is professionally assembled and upgraded by the transmission specialists at SunCoast Performance in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThe drum arrives as a fully loaded assembly ready to drop directly into your transmission during a rebuild. No machining or modifications are required for installation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nEach assembly is built in-house by experienced SunCoast technicians and inspected to ensure proper tolerances, clutch setup, and reliability. This drum also includes the SunCoast SRRS (Snap Ring Retention Solution), designed to correct several common 68RFE failure points.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunCoast SRRS – Snap Ring Retention Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nA common 68RFE failure occurs when the underdrive balance piston snap ring blows off, which can cause severe damage to the overdrive drum and clutch hub assembly. SunCoast developed the SRRS system to prevent these failures and improve durability inside the transmission.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded SRRS Components\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Clutch Hub Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillet 68RFE Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eM3GA 4C Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBillet 4C Reaction Ring Gear Thrust Washer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInput Clutch Hub Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nMachined from 6061 aluminum, this patented SunCoast design encapsulates the snap ring inside a recessed pocket, preventing it from leaving the groove under load. The retainer is secured with three Torx fasteners positioned in counter-drilled pockets and installs without additional machining.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBillet 68RFE Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nManufactured from 6061-T6 billet aluminum, this retainer is .040 inch taller than the factory component to increase spring load tension. The added tension helps prevent snap ring expansion and blow-off under high torque loads. Anti-rotational tabs ensure the retainer remains securely positioned during operation.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM3GA 4C Snap Ring Retainer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThe 4C snap ring is another common failure point in the 68RFE. SunCoast’s billet retainer encapsulates the snap ring and prevents it from dislodging from the center support.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBillet 4C Reaction Ring Gear Thrust Washer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nThe factory thrust washer is made from plastic and can fatigue or break under load. SunCoast redesigned this component from solid 6061-T6 billet aluminum to provide greater durability and improved lubrication to the 4C clutch pack through redesigned oil slots.\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits of 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigher structural strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved fatigue resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBetter heat stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreater durability under high thrust loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt by SunCoast Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\nEvery assembly is built by the experienced technicians at SunCoast Performance who specialize in high performance diesel transmissions. If you are rebuilding a 68RFE and want to eliminate common failure points while simplifying installation, this drop-in overdrive drum assembly provides a reliable upgrade using the same components found in SunCoast Guardian transmissions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SunCoast Performance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49129640919259,"sku":"68-GRDNDRM","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/4173\/0267\/files\/F198660921.jpg?v=1786549276","url":"https:\/\/suncoastperformance.com\/products\/68rfe-guardian-overdrive-drum-assembly-with-srrs","provider":"SunCoast Diesel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}