GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE
The ABCs of a 4 Speed Automatic Transmission
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 6 minute read
Automatic transmissions are mechanisms designed to shift the gears of vehicles with the increase or sudden decrease of speed. Since the mechanism is automatic,...
Clogged Transmission Filter Warning Signs (and How to Fix It)
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 5 minute read
Transmissions are composed of several components designed to ensure the gear system functions seamlessly. One such component is the filter or strainer. The primary...
6 Automotive Things to Be Grateful for This Thanksgiving and Beyond
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 6 minute read
It's Thanksgiving month again, and time to be eternally grateful for everything life has thrown our way - the good, the bad, the ugly, and we survived...
6 Long-Term Benefits of a Rebuilt Transmission
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 5 minute read
Is your vehicle transmission giving you a headache, and you're already contemplating replacing it with a brand-new one? Replacing a faulty vehicle...
4R70W Performance Fundamentals Guide
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 5 minute read
The 4R70W is a revised version of the famous Ford's long-running 4-speed AOD (automatic overdrive) transmission that appeared in the '80s. Experts...
6L80E Transmission Specs and Identification
GEARSTAR PERFORMANCE 5 minute read
The arrival of 6L80E transmissions – or Hydra-Matic 6L80 transmissions – on the automotive scene in 2006 showcased the considerable design change of the...