Well Tick Performance is doing a great job finishing my transmission overhaul.
I just ordered REM Polishing.
What do you think about it?
Was it worth it? Does the transmission perform better?
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Suggested for anybody wanting to get every last drop of performance out of their six speed. The REM two-step procedure is more of a finishing process than a polishing process. The first step, referred to as the "Refinement Process", involves a chemical interaction on the surface of the part. A soft, thin (one micron) film is formed on the surface of the part. The part then interacts with the ceramic media in a special vibratory bowl. During this interaction the film is physically removed from the "peaks" of the processed part and the "valleys" are unaffected. The chemically induced film re-forms only at the peaks that are interacting with the vibratory media, and the process repeats itself. Over time, the peaks are removed, leaving only the valleys, producing the improved micro finish. The second step is referred to as the "Burnish Process." After the required micro finish is achieved, a mild alkaline mixture is introduced. After a relatively short period of time, a polished, chrome-like finish is produced. In addition to the polishing effects, this step effectively removes all traces of the film formation from the refinement process. Typical benefits from this process are:
* Reduced Friction, Vibration and Noise
* Improved Shifting
* Longer Life
* Less Parasitic Drivetrain Loss
* Reduction in Transmission Lubricant Temperature
We REM Polish only the 1-6 gears in the transmission as well as all of the Synchronizer Assemblies. These are the only internal parts that would benefit from this process.
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I just ordered REM Polishing.
What do you think about it?
Was it worth it? Does the transmission perform better?
Suggested for anybody wanting to get every last drop of performance out of their six speed. The REM two-step procedure is more of a finishing process than a polishing process. The first step, referred to as the "Refinement Process", involves a chemical interaction on the surface of the part. A soft, thin (one micron) film is formed on the surface of the part. The part then interacts with the ceramic media in a special vibratory bowl. During this interaction the film is physically removed from the "peaks" of the processed part and the "valleys" are unaffected. The chemically induced film re-forms only at the peaks that are interacting with the vibratory media, and the process repeats itself. Over time, the peaks are removed, leaving only the valleys, producing the improved micro finish. The second step is referred to as the "Burnish Process." After the required micro finish is achieved, a mild alkaline mixture is introduced. After a relatively short period of time, a polished, chrome-like finish is produced. In addition to the polishing effects, this step effectively removes all traces of the film formation from the refinement process. Typical benefits from this process are:
* Reduced Friction, Vibration and Noise
* Improved Shifting
* Longer Life
* Less Parasitic Drivetrain Loss
* Reduction in Transmission Lubricant Temperature
We REM Polish only the 1-6 gears in the transmission as well as all of the Synchronizer Assemblies. These are the only internal parts that would benefit from this process.
