How To & DIY
How To Adapt ANY Engine to ANY Transmission
It’s simpler than you think to adapt a transmission to the engine you have — it just takes some (relatively) simple equipment and ingenuity. [More…]
Transmission
Automotive Basics
How To Understand, Diagnose and Replace Transmission Mounts
A bad transmission mount can prove to be more expensive if not diagnosed through symptoms such as vibration and noise in the vehicle. [More…]
Technical Info
Do You Need a Transmission Cooler?
Vehicles that might benefit from a transmission oil cooler and whether an oil cooler is a good idea for your vehicle are discussed… [More…]
Technical Info
Ford Automatic OverDrive vs AODE vs 4R70W
Autorestomod takes a look at the different choices in Ford Automatic OverDrive (AOD) transmissions. [More…]
How To & DIY
TH400 to 700R4 Transmission Swap ~ In Depth How To
Monster Transmission’s original MonStar, Curt, shows how to convert from an original factory TH400 transmission to a 700R4 transmission. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Adjust a 700R4 Transmission TV Cable
The geometry and tension are absolutely critical for the Throttle Valve (TV) Cable and transmission to be happy. Here’s how to adjust it. [More…]
DIY Projects
How To Install A ($25) Shift Kit And Wake Up Your TH350
Working through a $100 Craigslist TH350 find and turning it into a stout shifting transmission for a ’75 Pontiac Firebird. [More…]
Products & Reviews
TCI 700R4 and 4L60 Transmission Kits Bolt to (Damn-Near) Any Engine
The 700R4 version is perfect for carbureted engines and those that prefer fewer electronics, while the 4L60 is ideal for those who want electronic control of shift points and firmness via the EZ-TCU [More…]
Technical Info
Racing your 700R4/4L60E? Start with these Basic Upgrades
You want to race your 700R4/4L60E transmission, here are the minimum upgrades to help your driveline stay in one piece at the race track. [More…]
Technical Info
4L60 vs 4L80 Transmission for Your LS Swap
The Driveway Engineer helps you answer the 4L60 vs 4L80 transmission question for your LS swap, but cautions; stop wasting $ on Built 4L60’s. [More…]
Technical Info
Automatic vs Manual Transmission ~ Which is Faster in a Drag Race?
It’s an age-old question in drag racing: is an automatic faster than a manual transmission? [More…]
DIY Projects
Get The Right Transmission For Your Project
Stacy David gives great tips on choosing the right transmission and parts for your project, with the help of American PowerTrain. [More…]
Technical Info
When a Transmission Fluid Change Can Damage Your Transmission
Should You Flush your automatic transmission? Should you replace the transmission fluid on an old car with high miles? [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Calibrate An Automatic Transmission Dipstick
Cameron from Sloppy Mechanics explains in detail how to calibrate an automatic transmission dipstick for accurate readings. [More…]
Technical Info
Differences Between Early and Late Model 4L80E Transmissions
Curt from Monster Transmission uses some 4L80E transmission cores to show the external differences between the early and late models. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Tell If Your Junkyard 4L80E Is Any Good
The Driveway Engineer guides you through doing basic checks on a 4L80E donor transmission including fluid inspection and air checks. [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Mount a 6.0 Liter LS Engine to an Older GM TH350 Transmission
A demonstration of how to get an older TH350 transmission and torque converter bolted up to an LS engine with No Adapter Required! [More…]
How To & DIY
How To Set the Kickdown or TV Cable on GM Transmissions
Holley offers tips on properly setting up the transmission kickdown levers and how to properly set the throttle valve or TV cable. [More…]
