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6L80E Service Intervals: When to Change Fluid, Filters, and Why It Matters
Oct 15

6L80E Service Intervals: When to Change Fluid, Filters, and Why It Matters

6L80E Service Intervals: When to Change Fluid, Filters, and Why It Matters The 6L80E transmission is one of GM’s most widely used automatics, powering everything from Silverados and Camaros to SUVs and Corvettes. It’s a six-speed, electro-hydraulic transmission designed for both performance and reliability—but only if it’s maintained correctly. Regular...
By Ben Dow
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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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