{"product_id":"ppe-68rfe-transmission-thermostat-bypass-valve-block-black-ram-2500-3500","title":"PPE 68RFE Transmission Thermostat Bypass Valve Block – Black | Ram 2500 \u0026 3500","description":"\u003cp\u003eImprove transmission cooling and reliability with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003ePPE 68RFE Transmission Thermostat Bypass Valve Block\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designed to replace the restrictive factory thermal bypass valve, this billet aluminium upgrade provides unrestricted transmission fluid flow to the transmission cooler, helping reduce operating temperatures during towing, touring and demanding Australian conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1339\" data-end=\"1482\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1399\"\u003ePPE 68RFE Transmission Thermostat Bypass Valve Block\u003c\/strong\u003e replaces the factory thermal bypass valve found on 2019+ Ram 2500 and 3500 models.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eThe OEM valve contains restrictive internal passages and relies on a mechanical thermostat to control transmission fluid flow to the cooler. If the factory valve sticks or becomes restricted, coolant flow through the transmission cooler can be reduced, contributing to elevated transmission temperatures and accelerated transmission wear under heavy loads. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003eThe PPE billet aluminium replacement removes these restrictions, providing continuous transmission fluid flow through the transmission cooler for improved cooling performance and greater thermal stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2267\"\u003eFor additional protection, PPE incorporates a removable Neodymium magnetic service plug, designed to capture ferrous wear particles circulating through the transmission system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003eWhether your Ram is used for towing, touring, heavy work or performance driving, this simple upgrade helps improve transmission cooling efficiency and long-term reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-end=\"2463\" data-start=\"2449\"\u003eKey Features:\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2882\" data-start=\"2465\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"a94zce\" data-end=\"2509\" data-start=\"2465\"\u003eCNC-machined billet aluminium construction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17o5iru\" data-end=\"2541\" data-start=\"2510\"\u003eDurable black anodised finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1u6vrh6\" data-end=\"2595\" data-start=\"2542\"\u003eEliminates restrictive factory thermal bypass valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gfwei5\" data-end=\"2644\" data-start=\"2596\"\u003eImproves transmission fluid flow to the cooler.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dhah8e\" data-end=\"2695\" data-start=\"2645\"\u003eHelps reduce transmission operating temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"nsiely\" data-end=\"2753\" data-start=\"2696\"\u003eNeodymium magnetic service plug captures ferrous debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7ibfuq\" data-end=\"2782\" data-start=\"2754\"\u003eDirect bolt-on replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"b5udhq\" data-end=\"2841\" data-start=\"2783\"\u003eSuitable for towing, touring and heavy-duty applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qeatf0\" data-end=\"2882\" data-start=\"2842\"\u003eLimited lifetime manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2889\" data-end=\"2903\" data-section-id=\"6qio6n\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy Upgrade?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2905\" data-end=\"2983\"\u003eTransmission heat is one of the leading causes of automatic transmission wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2985\" data-end=\"3034\"\u003eReplacing the factory thermal bypass valve helps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3306\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3036\" data-end=\"3070\" data-section-id=\"1kvs5ce\"\u003eImprove transmission cooler flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3071\" data-end=\"3115\" data-section-id=\"1s1d924\"\u003eReduce transmission operating temperatures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3164\" data-section-id=\"e6gsxf\"\u003eIncrease cooling consistency under heavy loads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3165\" data-end=\"3193\" data-section-id=\"lqxuna\"\u003eImprove towing performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3238\" data-section-id=\"k1qlcd\"\u003eEnhance long-term transmission reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3239\" data-end=\"3306\" data-section-id=\"g1jeso\"\u003eReduce the risk of overheating caused by a sticking factory valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3308\" data-end=\"3318\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3433\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3320\" data-end=\"3336\" data-section-id=\"1lm04p8\"\u003eCaravan towing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3337\" data-end=\"3351\" data-section-id=\"1aqr4mf\"\u003eHeavy towing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3361\" data-section-id=\"13b8hhw\"\u003eTouring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3362\" data-end=\"3390\" data-section-id=\"1tzdjud\"\u003ePerformance tuned vehicles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3391\" data-end=\"3407\" data-section-id=\"autfdj\"\u003eCommercial use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3433\" data-section-id=\"462hw9\"\u003eHot Australian climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3688\" data-end=\"3705\" data-section-id=\"7a9w7r\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eVehicle Fitment:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3707\" data-end=\"3719\" data-section-id=\"1t86rtr\"\u003eRam 2500:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3804\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3732\" data-section-id=\"u6xb11\"\u003e2019 - 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3733\" data-end=\"3744\" data-section-id=\"1ql2hc1\"\u003e5.7L HEMI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3745\" data-end=\"3756\" data-section-id=\"17ebs5d\"\u003e6.4L HEMI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3757\" data-end=\"3771\" data-section-id=\"yvtxc9\"\u003e6.7L Cummins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3772\" data-end=\"3804\" data-section-id=\"1riarvs\"\u003e68RFE \u0026amp; AS69RC equipped models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3806\" data-end=\"3818\" data-section-id=\"1t88zpa\"\u003eRam 3500:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3820\" data-end=\"3903\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3820\" data-end=\"3831\" data-section-id=\"u6xb11\"\u003e2019 - 2024.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3843\" data-section-id=\"1ql2hc1\"\u003e5.7L HEMI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3844\" data-end=\"3855\" data-section-id=\"17ebs5d\"\u003e6.4L HEMI.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3856\" data-end=\"3870\" data-section-id=\"yvtxc9\"\u003e6.7L Cummins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3871\" data-end=\"3903\" data-section-id=\"1riarvs\"\u003e68RFE \u0026amp; AS69RC equipped models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3905\" data-end=\"4005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3905\" data-end=\"3967\"\u003eAlways confirm transmission compatibility before ordering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4012\" data-end=\"4029\" data-section-id=\"1jxbixs\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhat's Included:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4031\" data-end=\"4070\" data-section-id=\"u3qh07\"\u003ePPE Billet Thermal Bypass Valve Block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4071\" data-end=\"4094\" data-section-id=\"1szxh45\"\u003eMagnetic Service Plug.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4095\" data-end=\"4106\" data-section-id=\"1hrg52i\"\u003eO-ring(s).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4107\" data-end=\"4134\" data-section-id=\"171dqqn\"\u003eInstallation Instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"4338\" data-end=\"4359\" data-section-id=\"6mdgaj\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWhy We Recommend It:\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4361\" data-end=\"4517\"\u003eAt Garage76, we regularly recommend transmission cooling upgrades for customers who tow caravans, carry heavy loads or operate in high ambient temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4519\" data-end=\"4845\"\u003eThe PPE Thermostat Bypass Valve Block is a simple yet effective reliability upgrade that improves transmission cooler flow while eliminating one of the more restrictive components in the factory cooling circuit. 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