#Automatic Transmissions

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Powershift Transmissions and Maintenance Factor – Few Basics You Should Understand

In general, car companies offer regular maintenance service for powershift types of transmissions. On regular basis the fluid used in transmissions has to be checked and replaced. This is important, so your car runs without any issues.

The interval during which Powershift and automatic transmission fluids should be changed may vary from one vehicle to another.

In general, manufacturers suggest undergoing regular maintenance after fixed intervals of mileage covered by the vehicle.

If you are often using your vehicle, then transmission filters also have to be cleaned or replaced after regular intervals of time

You also need to consider undergoing regular maintenance if you feel the transmission is overheating the engine very fast.

Regular heat monitoring

As per guidelines Powershift and automatic transmission work ideal if the temperature of the engine is between 80 to 90 deg F. If you notice the temperature exceeds this range then it is the right time for you to look around for maintenance services.

If the engine gets overheated, then it can easily damage the engine and transmission components. These are components that are usually expensive to replace

Proper cleaning measures

Proper maintenance often requires using pressure cleaning devices. This technique is important, so all accumulated dirt and debris can be removed from the filter and inner Powershift and automatic transmission components.

Hire professional services to replace transmission fluids

Even if you have to change the transmission fluids, still you should seek assistance from professional garage services, both automatic and manual type transmissions need to be handled in a different pattern. Ensure you hire professional who is aware of the type of transmission your vehicle is making use of.

When checking with transmission fluid levels, it is advisable to park the vehicle and switch off the engine. Most transmissions are provided with dip stick that can be used to record the exact level of fluid in the transmission.

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Explore the profound influence of automatic transmissions on enhancing fuel efficiency in vehicles. Delve deeper into the technological advancements and innovations driving this transformative shift in the automotive industry.

[shiftythrifting]

description said "this thing right here might not have good welds but it'll get the job done"

1 million miles.

[goshyesvintageads]

General Motors Corp, 1951

[jennyfromthebes]

04-21-2001 at The Olde Club, Swathmore PA, taped by TheAmazombie

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[dielukedie-honda]

I love how these older auto transmission shifters work compared to later models.

95 Honda Del Sol (left), 98 Subaru LGT (right). (Genuine Momo shift knobs on both.)

(From the Del Sol owner's manual) You can easily shift these like a manual because the shifter moves in a straight line, not a dumb zigzag. Makes it more fun too. Essentially works like a sequential 4 speed transmission.

Don't hate on automatics you jerks, our pedals can be to the floor while shifting. No chance of missing a gear, lol. 🍻

[wheelsgoroundincircles]

Manual or Automatic?

[exeggcute]

I may be a control freak but I'm still not enough of a control freak to drive stick

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Structural and Functional Aspects of Selecting Power Shift Transmissions

If you are using modern time vehicles, then you are already aware of the Power-Shift Transmission. These are very much similar to the manual type of transmission, but with a minor shift. One major benefit is that they offer safe powershift.

This ensures that it gets better power from the engine drive. During a power shift, the driver have to use the accelerator pedal for generating more power.

When using Powershift and automatic transmission the driver will also have to engage the clutch pedal so more power can be generated for the vehicle

It eliminates the chance of damaging the engine and the vehicle.

This type of power shift is more reliable, especially when driving on uneven terrains.

Distinct gear ratio

One major advantage of using Powershift and automatic transmission is that a very distinct gear ratio can be expected. The transmission is used for directly connecting the drive shaft with the vehicle engine. This simple task will offer the driver to make use of the gear ratio factor when powering.

Consistent power

The moment you are making use of power shifts, it is certain that your vehicle gets a consistent supply of power. This ensures that you can expect high power output even at varying driving speeds. This, in turn, allows the wheels to relax, even on uneven terrains

The benefit of twin camshafts

The traditional type of transmissions made use of a single camshaft. But the moment you are using Powershift and automatic transmission you can ensure that the vehicle is provided with twin camshafts. This is one of the features that prove beneficial for offering the vehicle with much better control.

Offers better uplift

As the vehicles are provided with twin camshafts, so it means that while driving, the vehicles are offered with a high uplift factor. So the moment you are driving on uneven terrains, it is certain that you may not have to worry about shifting gears very often.

In modern time vehicles, powershift type of transmission is always considered as more beneficial.

[misforgotten2]

Livelier, thriftier, dumpier.

Popular Science May 1954

[mikhaila-bobersky]

America is disabled

Things Americans can't drive:

Standard transmission

A roundabout

A car

[uwumacaronitime]

If this was a tumblr post, it would be the exact same set of images and caption, but then OP writes two paragraps about the eroticisim of the machine

[goshyesvintageads]

Borg-Warner Corp, 1952

[dielukedie-subaru]

New genuine Momo Automatico shift knob arrived! Real black leather and aluminum, made in Italy not a knockoff. Tiny bit heavier but feels really nice and looks more like the factory option Momo shifters. VIP steez.

The previous version is also genuine Momo, made in Italy, but now looks like those cheap fakes. Plus, the anodized aluminum gets hot and is starting to change colors with sun/age. The fact that the top half spins 360° and sometimes sqeaks/chirps is really annoying for me.

One more part I have to make fit! The diameter of my shift lever was ~1mm too thick, so I need to Dremel the inside of the knob and expand it.

<- to be continued

[scoopstomyahoy]

ppl who know cars & pay attention better than me: what's the deal with steve's car. like is it a manual, automatic, what would be the hot new features on a 1983 BMW 733i