If you’re a technical novice seeking to learn more about high-performance parts, the folks at Hughes Performance have created an excellent multi-part series discussing the ins-and-outs of the powerglide transmission, and its technology.
Part 12 – Check out our latest video where we dive deep into Powerglide band adjustment!
Part 11 – We have a bit of fun with Episode 11 of our Powerglides 101 series! This episode covers output shaft supports, also commonly referred to as the governor support.
Part 10 – Episode 10 of our Powerglides 101 series discusses Powerglide planetary gear sets, ratios, design features, and how the planetary actually works within the transmission.
Part 9 – In the latest installment of our Powerglides 101 series, we discuss the servo which applies the band to create first gear in the Powerglide transmission.
Part 8 – Welcome to Episode 8 of our Powerglides 101 series! We cover the low gear band in this episode.
Part 7 – In this episode of our Powerglides 101 series, we discuss the direct drum and associated components.
Part 6 – Episode 6 of our Powerglides 101 series is packed full of great content on the various features and aspects of the front pump assembly, including both OEM & aftermarket pump options!
Part 5 – In this episode we discuss Powerglide extension housings & various options.
Part 4 – In this episode we discuss various Powerglide transmission cases, features, strengths & weaknesses, and various options.
Part 3 – In this episode of our Powerglide 101 series, we take a closer look at how the transmission pan for the Powerglide has evolved over the years.
Part 2 – In the second installment of our new 2020 series, Powerglides 101, we discuss the opposite end of the transmission as compared to last week’s episode; output shafts!
PART 1 – In this episode of our new series titled “Powerglides 101”, we discuss the various differences in Powerglide input shafts both OEM and aftermarket. We hope this helps clear up a lot of confusion regarding this topic.
