{"product_id":"pds-8hp70-high-performance-billet-race-torque-converter-26-45-stator-awd","title":"PDS 8HP70 High Performance Billet Race Torque Converter - 26\/45 Stator - AWD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003e16-89-2645\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDS 8HP70 High Performance Billet Race Torque Converter - 26\/45 Stator - AWD 2008-2014 BMW X5M X6M\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PDS 8HP70 High Performance Billet Race Torque Converter features a 26\/45 stator for AWD ZF 8HP70 transmissions in 2008-2014 BMW X6 M and 2010-2013 X5 M models. This race-focused design multiplies engine torque at launch for quicker acceleration in drag and track applications. 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