Most vehicles will have some sort of transmission problem in the course of their lifetime. Some particular auto makes and models contain transmission systems that are especially prone to transmission issues. Thurston County Transmission specializes in automotive transmission work, including engineering on those transmissions that are notorious for problems. Our experts don’t just repair transmissions back to factory specifications. We take the time to engineer transmissions so that these common problems no longer reoccur. By delving in to really fix the issues within the transmission system, we save you time and money long down the road.
by Larry Collins | Feb 25, 2020 | Automotive Repair, Automotive Transmission, Transmission Repair
Truck drivers LOVE their trucks. And rightfully so. However, heavy-duty trucks that use the Ford 5R110W TorqShift 5-speed automatic transmission have experienced some pretty frustrating challenges. Let’s look at some of the most common 5R110W transmission problems....
by Larry Collins | Dec 18, 2019 | Automotive Transmission
Since the advent of the automobile in the 1800s, car transmissions have undergone an epic transformation. Here is some of the history of the automobile transmission. 1894 Emile Levassor and Louis-Rene Panhard are credited with developing the first manual transmission....
by Larry Collins | Sep 19, 2019 | Automotive Repair, Automotive Transmission, Transmission Repair, Transmission Troubles, Truck Transmissions, Uncategorized
America’s Car Manufacturer Since its founding in 1903, Ford has easily been thought of as “America’s car manufacturer.” Within its first year of existence, Ford had already turned a profit of $37,000, which was a substantial amount at the beginning of the 20th...
by Larry Collins | Dec 11, 2016 | Automotive Maintenance, Automotive Transmission, Do-It-Yourself Tips and Tricks, Driving Basics and Safety
Between seasons is a great time to get a tune-up or at least look over your vehicle for potential problems or needed upkeep. Before winter is arguably the most important time to make sure everything is in order. Freezing temperatures are especially hard on your...
by Larry Collins | Aug 22, 2016 | Automotive Repair, Automotive Transmission, Transmission Engineering, Transmission Repair, Transmission Troubles
OEM Audi, Volkswagen and Mini Cooper Transmission Repairs Just Aren’t Good Enough – and the dealerships don’t know better, or don’t care. Thurston County Transmission specializes in Audi, Volkswagen, and Mini Cooper transmission repairs –...