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Gearstar Dyno Tests

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Gearstar performance transmissions knows the importance of getting it right the first time.  For this reason, all Gearstar transmissions are custom built, by a single master technician, from start to finish.  The focus of Gearstar remains that you know that you know you will be receiving the exact transmission you require.

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Performance Transmissions With A Reputation For Greatness

Performance Transmissions With A Reputation For Greatness

When it comes to custom built performance transmissions, Gearstar isn’t fooling around.  We don’t build transmissions by the hundreds and then put them on a shelf for sale.  You’ll find no assembly line production in the four walls of Gearstar.  Gearstar builds performance transmissions with a reputation for greatness.

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Questions You Should Ask Before Upgrading Your Ride

Questions You Should Ask Before Upgrading Your Ride

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There are many questions you should ask before upgrading your ride. It is important to consider what the vehicle will be used for and what you’re looking to get out of the car or truck. Is your custom a cross country cruiser or a weekend racer? Maybe a combination or a none of the above. Have you built a pampered show car or a heavy duty work truck? There are so many factors to consider when determining the upgrades and modifications you’re making to your vehicle. Consider addressing the questions before diving in. Continue Reading

Performance Transmission Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make

Performance Transmission Mistakes You Don’t Want To Make

There are several performance transmission mistakes you don’t want to make.  Your custom and or performance automobile is just that. There is no other like it. Why would you buy a transmission built for the masses? Why would you accept marginal efforts to meet specifications? Finally, why would accept anything less than absolute perfection?

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How To Tell If You’re Buying The Best Transmission

The Time Has Come

The time has come and the song is over.  Your old tired transmission isn’t getting the job done anymore. This is how to tell if you’re buying the best transmission. Drive for show and putt for doe, right? All the time, energy and money you’ve poured into your ride means nothing when your transmission is failing.  It’s all show and no go when you can’t put the power to the street. What’s next?

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Camaro SS Gearstar 4L85E Transmission

Camaro SS Gearstar 4L85E Transmission

Camaro SS Gearstar 4L85E Transmission. To see if the swap is as easy as promised, we watched as Gearstar’s technicians went to work on the company’s 2000 Camaro SS. Much sooner than anticipated, the crew was done. We now see a growing population of 4L85E-equipped fourth-gens in the near future, but don’t take our word for it. Read along and make the call for yourself.

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