Product Details
Metal Cluster Gear (18880.23) by Omix-ADA®. Direct Fit. OE Style. Teeth: 35. The cluster gear, also called the countergear, is actually a series of gears that rotates as one assembly on roller or needle bearings in the bottom of the transmission case. It's in constant mesh with the input shaft gear and the other gears on the mainshaft. Broken or damaged cluster gear teeth can cause transmission noise and difficulty shifting. If any one of the gears is defective, the entire cluster gear must be replaced. Omix-ADA has the new replacement that will have you shifting smoothly again.
Features
- Performs according to OEM specifications
- Meets or exceeds OEM quality standards
- OEM quality at an affordable price
- Identical to original equipment, for perfect fit and function
- Backed by a 5-year limited warranty
Power flows through the transmission input shaft, through the cluster gear, and then through the selected gear that is locked to the mainshaft by the synchronizer sleeve. Lower gear ratios (higher numerically) multiply the engines torque to initially move and accelerate the vehicle. Higher gear ratios (lower numerically) provide less engine torque but allow higher vehicle speed. This allows the vehicle to cruise at highway speed at low engine rpm for better fuel economy.
A gear problem will usually be associated with a particular gear, not all gears. Listen for noise in each gear and shift the transmission through all gears, feeling and listening for hard shifting, gear clash, or the inability to shift into a gear. When the transmission is disassembled, inspect each gear of the cluster gear for chipped, cracked or broken teeth. Inspect the bearing surfaces for damage that would prevent smooth operation. If any damage to any gear or the bearing surfaces is evident, the entire cluster gear must be replaced.
If symptoms and inspection determine the need for a new cluster gear, get the one that's designed and specifically manufactured for your Jeep. It's made to fit and function the same or better than original equipment, so you can be assured that installation will go smoothly and operation will be flawless. The cluster gear is backed by a 5-year limited warranty.
Omix-ADA® is based in Suwanee, Georgia. The company was founded in 1992 and today is the largest independent manufacturer and distributor of Jeep parts and accessories, with over 15,000 parts in stock. However, Omix-ADA is more than just a parts manufacturer; the founder and the employees are all Jeep enthusiasts who are dedicated to producing the finest quality Jeep parts. Omix-ADA has everything from licensed parts for concours restorations, to stock replacement parts for repairing Jeeps from the 1940s to the present day, as well as heavy-duty and high-performance parts sold under the Rugged Ridge, Alloy USA, Outland, ORV Suspension, and Precision Gear brands. Omix-ADA engineers are constantly developing and trail testing new products to make sure they're perfected for you, and the company has won numerous awards at the annual SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) show.