Powerglide Front Pump

The Powerglide Front Pump Assembly by Reid Racing is a heavy-duty replacement component engineered for builders and restorers working with GM Powerglide automatic transmissions. This steel-constructed front pump handles the critical function of circulating hydraulic fluid throughout the transmission, regulating pressure, and enabling smooth gear engagement across all ranges. Whether you're freshening a stock rebuild or assembling a high-performance street or competition platform, a quality front pump is non-negotiable—it's the heart of transmission reliability.

This front pump assembly is fabricated from durable steel, ensuring resistance to wear and thermal cycling inherent in sustained driving and performance applications. The pump's internal geometry is precision-matched to Powerglide specifications, maintaining optimal flow rates and pressure curves across idle, cruising, and wide-open-throttle conditions. At 16.3 pounds and measuring 9.6 x 9.1 x 9.6 inches, the assembly integrates seamlessly into original and modified transmission housings without requiring custom fabrication or modification. Reid Racing's design focuses on reliability and consistency—critical factors when you're counting on transmission performance under load or during towing.

Mechanics and transmission specialists choose this front pump for both stock restorations and modified applications, including fuel-injected conversions, engine swaps, and torque-converter upgrades. Installation requires transmission removal and disassembly; proper alignment and torque specifications are essential to prevent leakage and ensure full pump engagement. This assembly is compatible with all Powerglide platforms, making it an ideal choice for vintage Chevrolet, Pontiac, and other GM vehicles using the venerable two-speed automatic. For anyone rebuilding a Powerglide or replacing a worn pump to restore transmission integrity, this Reid Racing unit delivers proven performance and longevity.