Monster Transmission Blog: Transmission Tech, Upgrades & How-To Content

Transmission Slipping: Causes, Costs, and When Failure Is Imminent If your vehicle feels like it’s revving without moving, hesitating between gears, or flaring on upshifts, you’re likely dealing with transmission slipping. This is one of the most serious symptoms a transmission can show—and one that almost always indicates internal damage...

10L80 vs 10R80 Transmission: GM vs Ford 10-Speed Breakdown The 10L80 (GM) and 10R80 (Ford) transmissions are often grouped together — and for good reason. They were co-developed by General Motors and Ford as part of a joint 10-speed automatic program. But here’s the part most owners don’t realize: while...

10L80 vs 6L80 Transmission: What’s the Difference and Which One Is Better? If you own a late-model GM truck, SUV, or performance car, chances are you’ve either had a 6L80 or now have a 10L80 — or you’re trying to decide which one makes more sense for your build. On...

The Ultimate 10L80 Transmission Guide: Specs, Problems, Vehicles & Monster Upgrades The GM 10L80 transmission is one of the most advanced automatic transmissions ever installed in a Chevrolet or GMC truck. With ten forward gears, ultra-tight ratios, and lightning-fast shifts, it delivers excellent fuel economy, towing performance, and acceleration. But...