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Car Differential Gear: What Is It & How Does It Work

The car differential gear is an important component that applies torque to the vehicle’s drive wheels. A vehicle differential is different from the transmission. It is a part of the axle assembly and connects to the transmission through the driveshaft.

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Transmission Repair, Rebuild & Replace: Which Is Better

Transmission Repair, Rebuild & Replace: Which Is Better?

Generally, for both manual and automatic transmissions you have three options: transmission repair, transmission rebuild, or transmission replace. It is important to know the difference between these three choices, as it can help you to make the right repair choice for your vehicle. 

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Understanding Manual Transmission

Understanding Manual Transmission

Manual transmission may sound like confusing mechanic language. Whether you are an expert looking to do a manual transmission rebuild or are new to driving, brushing up on what is manual transmission and how it works is helpful.

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What Does It Mean When Your Emissions Light Is On?

When lights start blinking on a car’s dashboard, all vehicle owners groan with dread. While it might be tempting to ignore the check emissions light or cover it up, it’s important to find out what is causing your car’s distress as soon as possible. 

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Bad Transfer Case: 6 Things You Need to Know

A bad transfer case can cause many unwanted car troubles. Fortunately, there are many signs of a bad transfer case that car owners can look out for. By being aware of what causes a bad transfer case and how to repair it, you can protect your vehicle from further damage.

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transmission rebuilding

Transmission Rebuild: Things To Consider

A transmission rebuild is different from a transmission repair. In a transmission rebuild, parts of the transmission are removed and cleaned or replaced if broken. This process is great for replacing the worn-out pieces of the transmission and restoring life to your vehicle’s transmission. 

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Car CVT transmission

What Is A CVT transmission?

While you may have heard of an automatic or manual transmission, there is a third kind that’s on the rise. The CVT, or continuously variable

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A mechanic looking under the hood of the car for signs of a bad transmission

3 Signs of a Bad Transmission

The transmission is one of the most important parts in your engine. Without it, your car won’t drive anywhere. Knowing the symptoms of transmission problems can

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