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6L80 Transmission Rebuild vs Remanufactured: Why a Reman Wins Every Time
Nov 10

6L80 Transmission Rebuild vs Remanufactured: Why a Reman Wins Every Time

6L80 Transmission Rebuild vs Remanufactured: What You’re Really Paying For Chevy • GMC • Cadillac • 6L80 / 6L90 • StreetMonster • SportMonster • TrackMonster Let’s settle the debate: should you rebuild your 6L80, or go with a remanufactured transmission? While a local rebuild might sound cheaper and faster, it...
By Ben Dow
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A618 / 47RE / 48RE Transmission Problems, Fixes & Full Installation Guide | Monster Transmission
Nov 07

A618 / 47RE / 48RE Transmission Problems, Fixes & Full Installation Guide

A618 / 47RE / 48RE: Common Issues, Proven Fixes & Full Installation Guide Dodge Ram • 5.9L Cummins • 2WD/4WD • StreetMonster & SportMonster Builds • Includes Kick-Down, TTVA & Band Adjustments Why this guide? The A618 family (47RH/47RE/48RE) is simple, strong, and everywhere—but age, heat, and calibration issues cause...
By Ben Dow
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6L80 / 6L90 TEHCM Guide: Common Failures, Year Differences & Tag ID Reference
Oct 29

6L80 / 6L90 TEHCM Guide: Common Failures, Year Differences & Tag ID Reference

6L80 / 6L90 TEHCM Guide: Common Failures, Tag IDs, and Year Differences GM Trucks & SUVs • Camaro / Corvette • Cadillac • 6L80 / 6L90 • Monster TEHCM Reference The 6L80 and 6L90 TEHCM (Transmission Electro-Hydraulic Control Module) is the brains and hydraulics of your GM six-speed automatic. It’s...
By Ben Dow
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Ford 10R80 Transmission Install Guide | Step-by-Step Instructions, Fluid Specs & Programming
Oct 28

Ford 10R80 Transmission Install Guide

10R80 Transmission Install Guide (Ford F-150, Expedition & Transit) Ford F-150 • Expedition • Transit • 2WD/4WD • StreetMonster Series This is the complete walkthrough for installing a Monster StreetMonster 10R80 transmission and converter. It combines Ford’s OE steps with Monster-verified torque specs, fluid setup, and adaptive learn procedure for...
By Ben Dow
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