{"product_id":"stellar-automotive-group-a518-618-front-sun-gear-fits-dodge-89-up-exc-48re","title":"Transmission Front Sun Gear for Dodge Ram A518 A618 46RH 46RE 47RH 47RE Not 48RE","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Sun Gear for Dodge A518 \/ A618 Transmissions (1990-2002)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eNew replacement front sun gear for the Dodge A518 (46RH, 46RE) and A618 (47RH, 47RE) four-speed automatic transmissions. The sun gear is the central gear of the planetary assembly — when its teeth chip, wear, or overheat, the entire gearset suffers. Replace it during your rebuild and eliminate a common source of noise and repeat failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces OEM Part Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCross-references Mopar 2801311\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eThin-shell, no-groove design (1990-2002 style)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymptoms of a Worn or Damaged Sun Gear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGear whine or grinding noise in forward gears or reverse\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eDelayed or harsh engagement\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eMetal shavings or debris in the pan and filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eBluing or heat discoloration on gear teeth found during teardown\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eRepeat planetary failure after a previous rebuild\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eTransmission\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\" scope=\"col\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e46RH (A518)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1990-1995 Dodge Ram 1500, Ramcharger, Ram Van (5.2L \/ 5.9L gas)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e46RE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1996-2002 Dodge Ram 1500, Ram Van, Durango, Dakota R\/T 5.9L, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 5.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e47RH (A618)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1994-1995 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ 3500 (Cummins diesel, V10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e47RE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e1996-2002 Dodge Ram 2500 \/ 3500 (Cummins diesel, V10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOT Fit: 48RE transmissions (2003 and later diesel trucks).\u003c\/strong\u003e The 48RE uses a thicker sun shell with wider groove spacing and a different matching sun gear. This gear will not work with the 48RE-style thick sun shell. Verify your transmission model and sun shell style before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eTransmission disassembly required — professional installation recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eInspect the sun shell, planetary carriers, and thrust washers during replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n \t\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eNever reuse a gear showing heat discoloration or tooth damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete the Job:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add Lubegard Platinum ATF Protectant to your fluid fill after the rebuild — it helps reduce heat and friction so your fresh transmission stays that way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trans Parts Direct","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52425100689589,"sku":"22141 AFT","price":150.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/3872\/0181\/files\/22141-AFT.jpg?v=1786608305","url":"https:\/\/transpartsdirect.com\/products\/stellar-automotive-group-a518-618-front-sun-gear-fits-dodge-89-up-exc-48re","provider":"Trans Parts Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}