CARDONE Industries has released more than 125 new parts this month. Featured parts and upgrades include drive axle assemblies, DEF pumps, constant velocity drive axles, camshaft phasers, suspension conversion kits and hybrid safety plugs.

“The new drive axle assemblies we’re rolling out support our already expansive rear drive axle applications, which gives our customers uniquely effective solutions that save time and cut down on cost,” said Joseph Camacho, innovation product manager at CARDONE.

A1 CARDONE Drive Axle Assembly

CARDONE drive axle assemblies simplify the servicing process for the rear differential/axle by replacing the whole unit to save time and costs, says the company. All bearing preloads, axle housings and shafts are inspected using precision measuring equipment to ensure drivability. Features include:

• Powder-coating for maximum corrosion protection and on-car performance enhancement
• New OE ring and pinion gears inspected for correct backlash and wear patterns
• OE-quality bearings, dust shields, seals and gaskets
• Pre-filled with oil

A1 CARDONE Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Pump

CARDONE supports environmental initiatives within the aftermarket, and DEF fluid systems are designed to support environmental regulations. These DEF pumps come with all necessary installation hardware included. Features include:

• Direct plug-and-play design
• Quiet operation
• Real-world tested for functionality and performance

CARDONE SELECT Constant Velocity Drive Axle

The constant velocity drive axle is designed to ensure perfect fit for ideal wear that withstands the stress and cracking that can occur. Each boot clamp is pneumatically crimped and formed to meet or exceed OE parts. Features include:

• 100-percent neoprene boots designed with additional bellows for stress and ozone cracking resistance
• New axle nut supplied with every unit for hassle-free installation
• Every axle measured after assembly to ensure proper fit
• Pneumatically crimped boot clamps, creating a seal between the boot and housing
• OE form, fit and function
• High-quality grease that withstands high temperature and high torque demands
• Precision rolled splines and threads to ensure proper fit of axle during installation
• Transmission seal diameter that is precision-machined after head treatment for correct surface finish

CARDONE Select Camshaft Phaser

CARDONE extended its coverage for camshaft phasers to offer the least expensive option for many applications in the aftermarket industry. CARDONE’s camshaft phasers restore valve timing systems and improve overall engine efficiency through strict performance and quality standards. Features include:

• Component precision confirmed by leak testing units to enhance reliability
• Elimination of typical ticking or knocking sounds experienced from failed units
• Improved engine performance and restored fuel economy lost from poor VVT systems
• Precision machined with high-quality metals to ensure leak-proof, quiet performance
• Rotation angle, locking clearance and unblocking pressure are checked for max performance

CARDONE Suspension Conversion Kit

CARDONE says its air suspension conversion kits are a simple and effective way to remove complex, failure-prone components that electronic air suspension systems are known for. These kits include everything required for a complete conversion. Features include:

• Guaranteed fit and function like the original
• Fraction of typical market price
• All components and hardware needed to complete the job
• Electronic bypass module that disarms original air suspension system and prevents dashboard failure codes
• Elimination of future electronic issues related to the compressor

A1 CARDONE Hybrid Safety Plug

CARDONE’s hybrid safety plugs are quality-tested with each battery unit for performance as well as to ensure batteries don’t fail without warning. Recharging also is tested to ensure a long-lasting battery life. Features include:

• Each battery unit 100-percent tested to ensure optimal performance
• Renewed and tested electronic control unit to ensure the battery doesn’t fail without warning
• Entire battery pack is balanced to ensure each module is operating consistently
• Recharged NiMH modules to ensure reliability and lasting life
• Relays are 100-percent tested, which is critical to ensure lasting battery life

Check out the full listing of new products added by CARDONE in the December NPI release on cardone.com.