If there is one word I hear every day as it relates to automotive lubricants, it’s “synthetic.” Twenty-five years ago, the same word elicited a totally...
In this installment, Programming Part IV, we will take a stab at Chrysler vehicles. The FCA programming process is not as forgiving as Ford or GM as described...
Have you ever had part that you’re not sure about, and wonder if you should use it? It looked good, but there was just something about it! At some point in...
If you did not know, the engine has to be operating properly before we can diagnose transmission problems. Air flow measurement is a HUGE input on Mass Airflow...
A couple of years ago, I introduced you to the GM VT40 CVT (CVT250), used in multiple applications such as the Chevrolet Malibu, some Chevrolet Trailblazers...
Over the past several months, we’ve covered a lot of information aimed at the diagnostician, particularly things to check when a vehicle first comes in with...
Over the years I have heard several different philosophies when it comes to flushing and cleaning solenoids. Most hydraulic solenoid test machines have either...
Remember when louvers were an add-on to make your car look cool? Of course, in sunny regions, they keep the interior of the car cool and the sun off the backs...
Ford’s 8F35 transmission might be years away from your shop, but knowing how do deal with some of the common complaints might help you gain an advantage over...
ATRA’s first-ever Virtual Powertrain Expo took place November 11 – 14, and I have to say, it was a great success! 350 attendees, across 26 different...
In our last article we talked about frequency and how it relates to the mechanical response of a solenoid when Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) is used to control...
Kristina Chadwick, mother of 3 and grandma of 3 with 1 on the way, was born in Seattle, Washington. She has over 3 decades of transmission building experience...
Up Your Business is an exclusive GEARS Magazine feature where I share stories, insights, and reflections about business and life. Who hasn’t had to eat a...
The GM 8-speeds have certainly had their share of issues through the years. The problems have gotten bad enough and familiar enough that a class action lawsuit...
Up Your Business is an exclusive GEARS Magazine feature where I share stories, insights, and reflections about business and life.
I just finished polishing my...
Circle track racing is a very competitive sport, with races often won or lost by less than a tenth of a second. With this in mind, even the smallest...
Now that we are getting “back on the field of play” let’s take a closer look at the 8L90 shift quality concerns. Shift concerns are just like playing...
Do you do a great job managing your people?
You do! It has been my experience that managers having outstanding technical knowledge and skill often mistakenly...
The Digital Multimeter (DMM), often referred to as the digital volt-ohm meter (DVOM), is one of the most common tools found in a technician’s toolbox. Using...
The 6R140 transmission has been around since 2011. Throughout its reign as the heavy-duty transmission of choice for Ford, it was found primarily behind the...
