SKU: ATS314-008-2104

47RE 48RE Billet Direct Piston

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Confirmed fitment below
YEARS
1996-2007
MAKE / MODEL
Dodge RAM /
SERIES
2500/3500
ENGINE
5.9L Cummins 12V/5.9L Cummins 24V
Price
$94.99
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PRODUCT DETAIL

Key Features & Description

Features:

  • Billet aluminum construction for added strength
  • Direct replacement for 47RE and 48RE
  • Protects against clutch failure
  • Replaces weak factory cast piston
  • Designed for 1996-2007 5.9L Cummins
  • Installs in the 3rd clutch drum
  • Helps improve transmission reliability
  • Sold individually as a complete piston
  • Ideal for performance and towing builds

Eliminate a Known Weak Link in Your Transmission

If you’ve spent any time around the 47RE or 48RE transmission, you’ve probably heard how often the factory direct clutch piston fails. It’s a common issue that leaves a lot of Cummins owners stuck with lost performance or even a complete transmission breakdown. The ATS Billet Direct Piston is built specifically to fix that problem for good. Unlike the factory cast piston that’s known to crack under pressure, this upgrade is CNC machined from solid billet aluminum, giving it the durability your transmission deserves. It’s designed to fit right inside the 3rd clutch drum, replacing that failure-prone stock part with something much stronger and far more reliable.

Built for Serious Power and Real-World Work

Whether you’re pushing more horsepower through your 5.9L Cummins or simply looking to keep your work truck running strong for years to come, this billet direct piston is a smart investment. It’s perfect for anyone running larger tires, heavy towing loads, or performance upgrades that push your transmission beyond stock limits. By reinforcing one of the most failure-prone parts of your 47RE or 48RE, you’re adding peace of mind every time you hit the road or take on a heavy haul. Designed for 1996 to 2007 Dodge Ram 2500 and 3500 models, this single-piece upgrade is a direct replacement that delivers serious protection where it matters most.

Fits: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 Dodge RAM 2500/3500 5.9L Cummins

FITMENT GUIDE

Exact Fitment — Verify Your Year

Year RangesYears
Make
Model
Series
Engine
1996-2007
Dodge RAM
2500/3500
5.9L Cummins 12V/5.9L Cummins 24V

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