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68RFE Overheating Problems: Causes, Fixes, and Prevention Tips
Oct 14

68RFE Overheating Problems: Causes, Fixes, and Prevention Tips

68RFE Overheating Problems: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It The 68RFE transmission was designed to handle the torque of the 6.7L Cummins engine found in Ram 2500 and 3500 trucks. While it’s a capable unit, one of the most common complaints from owners is overheating—especially when towing, hauling,...
By Ben Dow
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10R80 Transmission Problems: The Most Common Failures (and Solutions)
Oct 13

10R80 Transmission Problems: The Most Common Failures (and Solutions)

10R80 Transmission Problems: The Most Common Failures (and Solutions) The 10R80 transmission is Ford’s modern 10-speed automatic, developed in partnership with GM and used in a range of vehicles including F-150s, Raptors, Mustangs, and Expeditions. It’s designed for efficiency, torque delivery, and performance. But while the engineering is impressive, the...
By Ben Dow
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4L60E No Reverse: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Oct 10

4L60E No Reverse: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

4L60E No Reverse: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions The 4L60E transmission is one of the most popular and widely used GM automatics ever built — found in Silverados, Tahoes, Camaros, Corvettes, and countless other vehicles. It’s reliable, flexible, and easy to rebuild, but there’s one failure that makes every GM owner...
By Ben Dow
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6L80E Overheating Problems: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It
Oct 09

6L80E Overheating Problems: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It

6L80E Overheating Problems: Why It Happens and How to Prevent It The 6L80E transmission is one of GM’s most versatile and widely used units, powering everything from Camaros and Silverados to Tahoes and Corvettes. It’s tough, smooth, and efficient—but when it overheats, it can turn a reliable performer into a...
By Ben Dow
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