{"product_id":"stellar-automotive-group-5r110w-direct-clutch-balance-piston-fits-ford-03-up","title":"5R110W Direct Clutch Balance Piston fits Ford 03-Up","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5R110W Direct Clutch Balance Piston – Compatible for Ford Super Duty 2003-Up\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eStop harsh 3-4 shifts, clutch chatter, and burnt direct clutches with this critical bonded balance piston from Stellar Automotive Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is the factory-correct balance piston that sits inside the direct (intermediate) clutch drum on every 5R110W TorqShift. The original piston cracks or loses its bond under extreme heat and torque, causing internal leakage that slams the direct clutch pack on apply — leading to rapid friction failure and that infamous “bang” on the 3-4 upshift. Installing this upgraded molded piston with permanently bonded rubber seal during your rebuild restores perfect clutch timing and smooth, quiet shifts even under heavy towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect fit for 2003-2010 models including:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eFord F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550 Super Duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eFord Excursion\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eAll 6.0L \u0026amp; 6.4L Power Stroke with 5R110W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptoms of a failing balance piston:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eHard bang or shudder on 3-4 upshift\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eDirect clutch chatter or immediate burnout\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eDelayed then harsh direct clutch engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli\u003eCracked piston or leaking seal on teardown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDon’t let a $50 piston destroy a $600 clutch pack — drop in the Stellar Automotive Group bonded balance piston and shift clean through all five gears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAdd this must-have 5R110W rebuild part to your cart today and keep the TorqShift living!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trans Parts Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52425243132085,"sku":"36855 PAFT","price":42.44,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/3872\/0181\/files\/36855-PAFT-1-scaled.jpg?v=1786618828","url":"https:\/\/transpartsdirect.com\/products\/stellar-automotive-group-5r110w-direct-clutch-balance-piston-fits-ford-03-up","provider":"Trans Parts Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}