23. The stock converter is also equipped with this billet hub, so the extra force transfers power without any give. | 
24. All ATS converters are machine-welded for precise fitment. | 
25. Before the converter is taken out of the welder, it's checked for run-out. |
26. The billet ring is given a drain plug for a more thorough fluid servicing. | 
27. The converter is sealed and pressure-tested to ensure quality. | 
28. Here, you can see the machine slowly coming up to its inflated pressure. The converter is tested at a higher pressure than it would be normally subjected to. This is just another step in ensuring the customer gets a quality piece. |
29. ATS' square tab construction is also a superior method of engaging and holding the converter, because the clamping force can be concentrated on the plates, reducing the loss of pressure from pushing on the converter housing. | 
30. ATS bonds its new material to the steel plates with a heat-reactive adhesive. The laser-cut plates and clutch materials provide a consistent thickness and improved holding ability. | 
31. After the Five Star has been put through its assembly and test procedures, it is spun on a balancer for the final steps of fabrication. |
32. These marks indicate a center point to weld the pre-determined weights to. The weights are TIG-welded so no additional weight is added to the weight itself. | 
33. The Copilot is the brains behind the brawn. This little controller uses the pressure relief function of the Allison and uses it to provide as much as 230 psi of clamping force. This equates to as much as 170 percent increase in holding power. The unit works in conjunction with the stock ECU and provides the added pressure as needed. This eliminates the harsh shift so many people complain about when switching to a performance transmission. | 
34. This is the variable control valve that allows the Copilot to increase or decrease line pressure as needed. The bypass tube on the valvebody is simply cut to allow the valve to be mounted on line. The Copilot comes with a complete wiring harness that has all the proper wiring and connectors for the install. |
35. ATS also has all-aluminum deep-sump tranny pans. This helps manage the heat produced by big power or heavy haulers. | | |