Gearstar Performance
Custom Transmission Build Team
- torque converter matching
- dyno testing
- transmission installs
- GM performance automatics
- Ford performance automatics
- Mopar performance automatics
Gearstar Performance Transmissions has been hand-building high-performance automatics in Akron, Ohio since 1996. Every unit is assembled start to finish by one builder, matched to the customer's engine, gearing and intended use, then dyno-tested before it ships. The build team writes here about transmission specs, install procedures, torque converter matching and what actually holds up behind real power.
Fixing a Transmission: 6 Benefits of Hiring an Expert
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As a vehicle owner, the ability to do small maintenance tasks can save you a few dollars here and there. Installing a new car battery, adding oil, or...
Replacing a Transmission: Is it Worth it?
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Experiencing transmission issues is inevitable as long as you are an active vehicle owner and user. However, the real challenge that you could face is making up...
5 Tips to Prevent Transmission Overheating
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Heat and transmissions are archenemies and will never go hand-in-hand. When transmission overheating occurs, it can cause multiple problems in your...
Keep Your Engine Purring with a Transmission Flush
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Most vehicle owners usually focus on inspections, oil changes, battery replacements, tire care, brake service, and air filter checks. Indeed, every...
Transmission Fluid Color: What Do They Mean?
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Do you know how revealing transmission fluid color is? It can help diagnose transmission issues while showing the overall health of your vehicle's...
Dyno Testing for Top-Notch Performance
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Have you ever considered dyno testing your engine? If you are reading this, it simply means you want to learn more about how to dyno test an engine. Dyno...