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How to Handle 3 Common Winter Conditions Without Damaging Your Transmission

Winter is fast approaching. Make sure your car gets you through the challenging PA weather conditions by protecting your transmission. Understanding some basic mechanics will help you make good decisions when faced with a winter hazard.

1. Flooding
Water can damage your transmission quite a bit – even a small amount of water – and very quickly. The band and clutch linings actually absorb water, which then pushes the transmission fluid out and causes the metal backings to rust. Here’s what to do when faced with flooding:

Always avoid driving through deep puddles – and remember – it’s often hard to tell […]

By |December 14th, 2015|Main list|0 Comments
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Transmission Replacement and Transmission Rebuilding: What’s the difference?

If your car’s transmission has internal damage, you have two options – replacement or rebuilding. It’s critical to speak with a reputable transmission mechanic who has expertly assessed your vehicle’s needs before making a decision. This article will help you understand the difference between the two processes.

Transmission Replacement
The mechanic will remove the transmission completely and install a replacement – either a used transmission from a salvage yard, or a remanufactured transmission from the vehicle manufacturer. New transmissions are only used in the production of vehicles, so it’s not possible to replace your transmission with a brand-new one.

Used transmissions are […]

By |November 20th, 2015|Main list|0 Comments
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