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Mastering Shift Firmness: When and How to Optimize Your Truck’s Gear Changes

Tyler Spangler

Published on: 03/07/2025

Understanding shift firmness involves recognizing how hard or soft your truck feels when changing gears. Adjusting shift firmness is beneficial for different driving preferences: firmer shifts for enhanced performance and quicker acceleration, and softer shifts for smoother, more relaxed rides. Occasionally, slight adjustments can resolve rough or delayed gear changes, maintaining your transmission's health. Despite the temptation to DIY, professional help is recommended for transmission adjustments due to their complexity. Truck Transmission Specialist (TTS) excels in handling transmissions, particularly for Ford, GMC, Dodge, and Chevy trucks, ensuring safe, reliable, and quick service. For optimal results, refer to your owner's manual for transmission control module (TCM) access and contact TTS for tailored assistance and appointment scheduling. A well-tuned transmission ensures a happier truck and driver.

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Get Your Truck Back on Track: Expert Tips for Fixing Slipping Gears

Tyler Spangler

Published on: 18/06/2025

Luke, a transmission specialist from TTS, highlights the critical role of truck transmissions and common issues that can disrupt their performance, such as slipping gears, strange noises, and harsh shifting. He emphasizes the importance of addressing these problems promptly to avoid severe damage. TTS, led by Tyler Spangler, has over 18 years of expertise in repairing transmissions for Ford, Dodge, GMC, and Chevy trucks, using top-quality parts from industry leaders like Sonnax and TransGo. Touting their superior expertise, quality parts, and fast service—including a 1-day turnaround for many models—Luke urges truck owners not to ignore transmission issues.

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Troubleshooting Truck Transmission Woes: Signs, Solutions, and Pro Tips

Tyler Spangler

Published on: 06/06/2025

Truck owners experiencing shifting issues with their GMC might have a faulty transmission range switch (TRS), a crucial sensor that communicates gear selections to the truck's computer. Symptoms of a bad TRS include getting stuck in Park or Neutral, erratic gear shifts, trouble starting, and an illuminated Check Engine Light. Diagnosing a faulty TRS involves reading sensor data and error codes with a scan tool, while replacement varies by vehicle. When towing heavy loads in a Ford truck, using the correct synthetic blend transmission fluid is vital for performance and longevity. Transmission additives marketed as quick fixes should be used cautiously; while they can address minor issues, they may also cause problems by dislodging debris that clogs the transmission. Consultation with a transmission specialist is recommended before using such additives. For those requiring a transmission rebuild, Truck Transmission Specialists aim for a one-day turnaround, keeping customers informed throughout the process. Contact them for expert transmission services for Ford, Dodge, GMC, or Chevy trucks to ensure safe and efficient road readiness.

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Unlocking the Secrets of Truck Transmissions: Expert Tips from TTS

Tyler Spangler

Published on: 30/05/2025

Truck Transmission Specialists (TTS) offers expert services for truck transmissions, specializing in Ford, Dodge, GMC, and Chevy trucks. With 18 years of experience, TTS explains the advantages of Lockup Torque Converters (LTC) in Chevy trucks for better fuel efficiency, power transfer, and component longevity. They also highlight the crucial role of the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) in GMC trucks, which ensures optimal performance, fuel efficiency, and a smooth driving experience by communicating with various sensors. TTS advises against DIY repairs due to the complexity of truck transmissions, recommending their experienced technicians instead. For more details, services, and appointments, visit their website at prebuilttrans.com or contact them directly.

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