{"product_id":"pds-8hp45-high-performance-transmission-hard-parts-kit-rwd-stage-1","title":"PDS 8HP45 High Performance Transmission Hard Parts Kit - RWD - Stage 1","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e12-99-1000\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDS 8HP45 High Performance Transmission Hard Parts Kit - RWD - Stage 1 2011-2023 BMW Dodge Jeep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpgrade your ZF 8HP45 RWD transmission with the PDS Stage 1 hard parts kit, featuring reinforced steels and frictions for BMW 3 Series, 5 Series, Dodge Challenger, Charger, and Jeep Grand Cherokee models from 2011 onward. This kit handles up to 700 ft-lbs torque, reducing slip and extending rebuild life under racing or towing stress. Install it during transmission refresh for dependable power transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e34-Tooth Direct Clutch Steels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-sided Kolene-treated steels increase surface area and resist warping under high heat for consistent shifts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e7-Tooth 2-4\/Reverse Clutch Steels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thicker design boosts holding power in forward gears, preventing clutch burn in modified engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Energy Friction Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium segmented frictions with improved bonding grab harder and last longer in aggressive driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded Apply Pistons:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum pistons with enhanced seals maintain hydraulic pressure for quicker, firmer engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Stage 1 Package:\u003c\/strong\u003e All necessary hard parts for RWD 8HP45 rebuild, compatible with stock valve body and converter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires transmission disassembly. not a drop-in upgrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse with fresh ATF and filter for full performance gains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial order item. lead time 5-10 business days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque all bolts to ZF specs using inch-pound torque wrench.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with stock mounting hardware. no modifications needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSubmodel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011-2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoupe\/Convertible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2012-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e328i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSedan\/Coupe\/Convertible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2013-2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003exDrive28i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e428i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoupe\/Gran Coupe\/Convertible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011-2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e528i\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSedan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDodge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChallenger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR\/T SRT 392 Hellcat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2011-2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDodge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eR\/T SRT 392 Hellcat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2012-2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJeep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrand Cherokee\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLaredo SRT 5.7L 6.4L\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Choose PDS?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecades of transmission expertise from motorsport applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSA-made components tested to exceed OEM standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision CNC-machined for exact fit and zero play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this kit fit AWD 8HP45 transmissions?\u003cbr\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for RWD only. 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