Ryan Steele

Transmission Specialist

4L60E
4L80E
700R4
200-4R
Ford AOD
Ford 4R70W
Mopar 727
Mopar 904
shift kits and controllers
install troubleshooting

Ryan Steele is a transmission specialist at Gearstar Performance Transmissions in Akron, Ohio. He works with customers on spec'ing GM, Ford and Mopar automatics to their combination, and writes the install instructions, build-level breakdowns and troubleshooting guides on this blog.

Why Are 700R4 Torque Converters The First Choice In The Market?

Ryan Steele May 26th, 2020 2 minute read

Choosing the right torque converter for your vehicle can be tricky. You need to weigh in a plethora of factors for getting noticeable improvement in the...

Gearstar is the official transmission supplier for West Coast Engines

Ryan Steele February 18th, 2020 3 minute read

Gearstar is the official transmission supplier for West Coast Engines! West Coast Engines shares the business philosophies we do: quality products, custom...

Why Are Automatic Transmissions Better Than Manuals?

Ryan Steele September 10th, 2019 2 minute read

There’s an everlasting debate around manual and automatic transmissions, with both the types showcasing some promising pros and cons. However, modern...

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