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

Signs Your Transmission Might Be Failing
Apr 26

Signs Your Transmission Might Be Failing

Signs Your Transmission Is About to Fail Your transmission is one of the most critical parts of your vehicle. When it's healthy, you barely notice it. When it starts to fail, you're looking at some serious headaches — and some serious repair bills. Catching early signs of transmission problems can...
By Kristen Blomgren
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How Much Power Can a Stock 6L80E Really Handle?
Apr 24

How Much Power Can a Stock 6L80E Really Handle?

What’s the Horsepower Limit of a Factory 6L80E? If you're running an LS-powered vehicle or planning an LS swap, chances are you've looked into the 6L80E transmission. It's tough, it's modern, and it can handle a lot — but like anything, it has its limits. The big question is: how...
By Kristen Blomgren
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4R70W Transmission Guide: Key Specs, Benefits, and Issues
Apr 18

4R70W Transmission Guide: Key Specs, Benefits, and Issues

Complete Guide to the 4R70W Transmission: Specs, Strengths, and Failures The 4R70W transmission is one of Ford’s most versatile and widely used 4-speed automatic transmissions. Introduced as an evolution of the AOD and AODE, the 4R70W brought better performance, smarter gear ratios, and greater durability to a wide range of...
By Kristen Blomgren
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4L60E vs. 700R4: Which Transmission Is Right for Your Build?
Apr 11

4L60E vs. 700R4: Which Transmission Is Right for Your Build?

700R4 vs. 4L60E: Full Comparison for Performance Builds When you're planning a performance vehicle build, your transmission choice is every bit as crucial as your engine selection. Whether you’re building a street-driven muscle car, a restomod, or a reliable cruiser, your transmission dictates how power is delivered, how responsive your...
By Kristen Blomgren
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