Crankshafts & Parts
All About Mopar® Crankshafts
Without the crankshaft, your engine wouldn't be of much use. That's because no part of your combustion engine's operation occurs without the crankshaft putting things in motion. The crankshaft is a hardened steel shaft that runs the full length of your engine. It converts the vertical motion of the pistons into the rotational movement that moves your car, truck, van, or SUV's wheels -- which is what propels you down the road.
How Mopar® Crankshafts Work
The crankshaft rotates inside the engine, while pistons located in the cylinders move up and down. Those pistons are connected by rods to rod bearing journals, which are strategically staggered to move the pistons in rhythm while balancing the engine's weight. Finally, the crankshaft works in sync with the camshafts, thanks to a sprocket that helps them work in tandem.
How to Spot a Faulty Crankshaft
Even the highest quality crankshaft can go bad, especially if it's not properly lubricated. Signs of trouble include:
Buy Genuine Mopar® Crankshafts for Peace of Mind
If you do need to replace a failing crankshaft, it's important to get it right. Buying a new crankshaft that your manufacturer made is the smart choice, because they're the only ones that were designed to fit right into your vehicle. Search by make, model, and year to find yours in our online auto parts catalogue.
Transmissions: 6-speed dual active drive trans.
- Ram:
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Transmissions: 6-Spd Auto Aisin...
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Transmissions: 6-Speed C635 Manual Transmission. 6-Spd Aisin F21-250 HD...
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Transmissions: 6-Spd 865 Torque Output Aisin Trans. 6-Spd Automatic 68RFE...
- Ram:
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- 200,
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Transmissions: 9-spd 948te awd auto trans. 9-spd...
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Transmissions: 6-speed dual active drive trans.
- Ram:
- ProMaster 1500,
- ProMaster 2500,
- ProMaster 3500
Transmissions: 6-Spd Aisin F21-250 HD Auto Trans. 6-SPD C635 EURO TWIN...
- Dodge:
- Dart
- Fiat:
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Transmissions: 6-Spd 865 Torque Output Aisin Trans. 6-Spd Automatic 68RFE...
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Transmissions: 5-Speed Auto W5A580 Transmission.
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Transmissions: Automatic 48RE Transmission. 6-Speed Manual G56 Transmission.
- Dodge:
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Transmissions: 5-Speed Auto W5A380 Transmission.
- Dodge:
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- Fiat:
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Transmissions: 9-spd 948te fwd/awd auto trans (make.
- Dodge:
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- Jeep:
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Transmissions: 6-Speed C635 Manual Transmission.
- Jeep:
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- Dodge:
- Challenger,
- Charger,
- Durango
- Jeep:
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- Ram:
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Transmissions: Automatic 48RE Transmission. 6-Speed Manual G56 Transmission.
- Dodge:
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Transmissions: 8-Spd Auto 8HP75 Trans...
- Jeep:
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- Chrysler:
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- Dodge:
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- Jeep:
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Transmissions: 9-spd 948te awd auto trans. 9-spd 948te auto transmission.
- Fiat:
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Transmissions: 6-Speed C635 Manual Transmission. 5-Spd C510 Manual...
- Fiat:
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