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Suzuki Vitara Transmissions for Sale

One of the few consistent things about the Suzuki Vitara or Sidekick as is also known, is its purpose, they have stuck to the basic 2WD/4WD design transmission-transfer case strategy. Regardless of the year, make or trim model, even if it was made and driven in another global market, all of the transmissions are easy to identify. Motors are not that simple since they have to meet emission standards.

For instance if you need a replacement transmission, be it a manual transmission or an automatic transmission. A 4 speed or 5 speed, an overdrive transmission or non O.D. GotTransmissions.com has transmissions, used transmissions and new Suzuki Vitara transmissions at affordable prices. Call 866-320-1182 right now for a price quote.

As I studied the Vitara, it became clear that this vehicle had several names attached to it depending on the demographic region and the year or generation it is.

There is a catch however, some Vitara/Kidekick models had longitudinal mounted transmissions and some have transverse mounted drive systems. It’s not a big issue for you, the owner, since you obviously like the car and are considering keeping it. I assume that is why you are reading this.

A longitudinal drive line is the most basic and oldest form of drive line. It is where the engine is mounted up front and the transmission is bolted to it. The differential is in the back of the vehicle, the rear drive wheels are attached to it. To connect the transmission to the rear drive differential a drive-shaft is used almost exclusively nowadays.

If it is a four wheel drive [4×4 or 4WD] Vitara or Sidekick, then it has a transfer case, as all conventional four wheel drive vehicles do.

A transverse mounting system is completely different. The engine and transmission are bolted together up front under the hood, but they are mounted sideways, east to west of the north-south [front to rear] axis of the car. A transaxle is the technical name of the transmission because it incorporates the transmission and drive axle in one convenient light weight casing.

Perhaps this information is not as important to you as choosing a replacement transmission that suits your interests and has pure value built into it. The only was to choose the right transmission is to learn more about the subject. Educated consumers always make better decisions. That’s a fact.

So pick up the phone and call GotTransmissions.com at 866-320-1182 and speak with an intelligent human being about how to choose a transmission that is your best interests. Call right now.

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2005 Volvo V70 may Need a Rebuilt Transmission

Believe it or not I have a very close friend. This person I speak of is in California. To tell you the truth, I love her, she is a very special person. So when we spoke the other day, she mentioned her transmission light came on and the car felt really sluggish. I am a 30 plus year veteran of the transmission business. So basically she wanted to discuss whether she needed to buy a 2005 Volvo V70 rebuilt transmission or another car.

I mention California because they have different and more strict emission laws and you will find out more if you read this post. The first thing I wanted to make abundantly clear was that the car needed to be diagnosed first, so don’t get excited yet.

Would you call your doctor and ask him how much for a heart bypass operation if you suspected you needed one? Come on now, the first thing he would do is schedule you for a diagnosis.

That may sound unusual to you, to be told that no diagnosis can be made over a phone call, even if you bring the phone closer to the car. Thus no pricing is offered over the phone. And I stuck to that paradigm because quoting prices only creates expectations. Anyway, no one got charged for a basic diagnosis at my shop. It was tin roof, that means it was on the house, get it?

Here is what her highly competent mechanic told her. He found a trouble code and problem with one of the numerous solenoids inside the transmission, or there was a wiring problem to said solenoid. Fair enough.

I guess he changed the dirty transmission fluid too. I wish I had been there to see if any contamination was in the transmission oil pan. Dirty fluid is not so concerning because most folks don’t know to change their transmission fluid religiously every 30 to 40 thousand miles with factory only synthetic ATF [automatic transmission fluid], or once a year. Or if the engine overheats.

In general I would advise her to have the gentleman fix the car or take it to a competent shop who will, or just fly me to California and I’ll fix it!

Well, the thing is her highly competent mechanic examined the rest of the car and here is a report:

• I’m 2000 miles away from the 150K general recommended service (or some such)
• 1000 miles away from a brake job, front and back
• catalytic converter has known issues that will need to be addressed if I care to register in this state when due
• AC/heater needs a new blower (it’s only starting to get hot here now)
• power window switches are iffy

Those are her words, conveyed from her mechanic. What I am going to say is highly unusual from me. Get rid of it. You see that the California emission laws will require new catalytic converters and perhaps more in 2000 miles.

New cats are expensive, real expensive. And when you add in a brake job on all four wheels and new power window motors and or switches, a blower motor, and then consider the large amount of mileage. Other forms of action may need to be taken.

My opinion is to sell it or trade it in because of the emission laws in Ca. and the other nagging and mounting issues, seems like to much money. I don’t know if she will take my advise yet. But if she decides to replace the transmission or have it fixed, I’m going to recommend GotTransmissions.com.

It’s the only company I am familiar with who sells transmissions with pure value built right into them. They also offer a peace of mind warranty, and one of the best things is our customer service. You also get to speak with a living and intelligent human being.

So call 866-320-1182 right now and learn more about what replacement transmission is in your best interests. GotTransmissions.com

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Hyundai Azera Transmissions for Sale

The Hyundai Azera was introduced globally in 1986 as a full sized car. When it was re-introduced for the 4th generation it was brought out as a midsize mid-range luxury car it had a facelift and only one transmission available.

When the 4th generation was brought out in 2005, it was completely redesigned, both the chassis and body sheet metal were entirely new. Thus it became a midsized car. To make the cake even sweeter, more creature comforts and updated equipment were added. So it was appropriate to add a new and modern transmission at the time.

I think Hyundai was smart to only offer an automatic transmission. I will never understand why some manufacturers offer a manual shift transmission for a non high performance luxury car, who wants to shift gears anyway?

Hyundai Azera Transmissions for sale that are remanufactured according to factory specs. and abiding by strict manufacturing guidelines always outperform and outlast cheaper versions.

Another thing worth mentioning is that this is a front engine, front wheel drive car. We call it a transverse mounting system in the industry. To make it simpler, the engine and transmission are bolted together and mounted sideways under the hood, you may have noticed.

In reality, the technical name for a front wheel drive transmission is a transaxle. A transaxle combines all of the transmission portion, and differential portion in one lightweight aluminum casing. It saves a bunch of space and weight. 98% of the front wheel drive cars use a variation of this setup.

The transmission is called the ”Shifttronic” which is Hyundai’s version of a manumatic transmission. A manumatic transmission operates both as a conventional automatic transmission and manual transmission by allowing the driver to override the automatic mode by moving the shift lever into a second shift gate equipped with two positions, allowing for manual shifting or automatic shifting.

The transmission itself is of 5 or 6 forward gears plus another fuel saving feature that many people never realize it has because it is almost unnoticeable, it is called lockup torque converter. It has an electronically activated clutch inside the torque converter which acts as another forward gear thus saving more fuel on the highway and increasing engine life.

The fact is that this transmission is a fully computerized unit. It receives signals from various sensors mounted on the chassis and engine after they are processed by an on-board computer in real time.

If you need some help deciding which variant to choose, meaning a rebuilt transmission, a used transmission or a new crate transmission, Call one of our experts and allow us to educate you so you can make a great decision. Call 866-320-1182 right now. GotTransmissions.com

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Toyota 4Runner Transmissions for Sale 2002 and Up

One of the best advancements in chassis design came during the 4th generation Toyota 4Runners, which ran from 2002 to 2009. Toyota started using automatic transmission models A750E and A750F. As a transmission mechanic, this was significant upgrade, it also reduced the amount of transmission failures, should you need a Toyota 4Runner Transmission for Sale 2002 and Up, call 866-320-1182 for immediate help.

A fair and ample description of said transmission is below for those interested in the function and theory of operation:
An A750E [for 2WD model] or A750F [for 4WD model] 5-speed Super Electronic Controlled Transmission is used. The only difference between the A750E and A750F is in the extension housing and output shaft. These automatic transmissions are equipped with multi-mode automatic transmission function.

These automatic transmissions are equipped with an ATF warmer as standard for cold climates. Some models are also equipped with an ATF cooler as an option to ensure high ATF cooling performance.

Either a column shift lever or floor shift lever is available depending on the seat type [bench type or separate type]. The ATF warmer, ATF cooler, column shift lever and floor shift lever are available as shown below. Multi-mode Automatic Transmission A multi-mode automatic transmission is designed to allow the driver to switch the gear ranges [a multi-mode transmission is not for manually selecting single gears]. After shifting the shift lever to the S mode position and moving the shift lever to the “+” position or to the “-” position, the driver can select the desired shift range.

Thus, the driver is able to shift gears with a manual-like feel. The torque converter has an electronic function called lock-up clutch control, thus allowing for improved fuel economy. Lock up is like having another forward gear, reducing engine wear and increasing fuel mileage.

This is a modern computerized high technology transmission for a real heavy duty workhorse. If you are in need of a replacement transmission, take a few minutes and call one of our representatives and find out if a rebuilt transmission, a low mileage used transmission or a new transmission fits your bill and interests. Call 866-320-1182.

Find out about our peace of mind warranties and discover what real customer service is all about. Upon completion of your order, we ship or deliver within 24 hours. GotTransmissions.com is “Where our customers send their friends”.

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Replacement Nissan Rogue Transmissions for Sale

Every time I go out , It never ceases to amaze me at how many new cars are on the road. Sometimes I think I’m in a new car dealership parking lot at the mall. I make it a point to take care of my vehicles and keep them, if any one of my vehicles needed a replacement transmission, that’s a no brainier for me.

I would fix the car. I don’t care if it’s a newer vehicle like the Nissan Rogue or my ’95 Buick Roadmaster, why would anyone choose a new car over a replacement transmission? I always wondered why, because the people who have a knee jerk reaction and buy a new car, generally don’t feel as fulfilled as the folks who put enough thought into it and come to the conclusion that a rebuilt transmission for a Nissan Rogue, or any car is a lot less expensive than a new car.

The Rogue uses a CVT transmission, which is an acronym for constant velocity transmission. It differs from conventional automatic transmissions entirely.

According to reports, the Rogue’s CVT offers better fuel economy, the combination of a CVT and a modern inline-4 cylinder engine offers excellent manners in traffic and plenty of power on the highway. As you accelerate the subtle difference between a conventional automatic and CVT is hardly noticeable as infinite gear ratio variations provide seamless shifts.

Replacement Nissan Rogue CVT transmissions for sale at GotTransmissions.com have been tested and certified to work right the first time. Call 866-320-1182 for detailed information right now.

Though there are several types of CVTs, most cars use a pair of variable-diameter pulleys, each shaped like a pair of opposing cones, with a metal belt or chain running between them. One pulley is connected to the engine (input shaft), the other to the drive wheels (output shaft). The halves of each pulley are moveable; as the pulley halves come closer together the belt is forced to ride higher on the pulley, effectively making the pulley’s diameter larger. Changing the diameter of the pulleys varies the transmission’s ratio (the number of times the output shaft revolves for each revolution of the engine), in the same way that a 10-speed bike routes the chain over larger or smaller gears to change the ratio. Making the input pulley smaller and the output pulley larger gives a low ratio (a large number of engine revolutions producing a small number of output revolutions) for better low-speed acceleration. As the car accelerates, the pulleys vary their diameter to lower the engine speed as car speed rises. This is the same thing a conventional automatic or manual transmission does, but while a conventional transmission changes the ratio in stages by shifting gears, the CVT continuously varies the ratio — hence its name. cited: http://cars.about.com

I don’t usually cite other sources, but the above description is perfect. CVT’s are not well know of, yet.

It’s well worth your while to call and speak with a qualified professional who has the time to listen to your problems and help you decide which transmission suits your best interests. Call GotTransmissions.com right now, you won’t believe how excellent our customer service is. 866-320-1182.

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Kia Forte Koup Transmissions for Sale


The Kia Forte is a newer compact car with front wheel drive. Introduced in mid 2008. It is a compact car, using a front wheel drive arrangement. Five different models were offered to the public, and five different transmission/engine combinations were offered too.

One off the models is a hybrid car, called the Kia Forte LPI Hybrid, it uses a CVT [continuously variable transmission]. There is no simple way to explain how a CVT works. It is completely different than a conventional automatic transmission. It is preferred in hybrid cars because it is a light weight transmission and fits in tight places.

It sounds funny to say this, but CVT’s have been in use in large commercial equipment, tractors, lawnmowers and more for years, I mean this is an old design. For what ever reasons, it took a long time to produce technology to build a CVT that worked smoothly in a small car with reliability and good manners.

The rest of the lineup of transmissions consists of a 5 speed manual transmissions/gearboxes, a 6 speed manual unit, and a 4 speed and 6 speed automatic overdrive transmission/transaxle. It’s important to distinguish between a transaxle and straight up transmission. A transaxle actually houses the transmission and the differential assembly in the same casing. It save a bunch of weight and fits in smaller spaces.

The automatic transmissions use a feature called lockup, which is like an extra forward gear.

FYI: The front wheel drive system used by Kia is called a transverse mounting system. The engine and transmission sit east to west, or sideways under the hood of the car.

If you are stuck with a broken transmission and need some help figuring it out, take a minute and call GotTransmissions.com and speak with a living intelligent human being about a Kia Forte Transmissions for sale. We know people like to call and ask questions when it comes to a big decision like this. Our experts are ready to answer the questions you need answered truthfully. Call 866-320-1182 right now.

Choose from several viable options. Our transmissions offer the greatest value of all, dollar to lifespan wise. We sell low mileage used transmissions as well for those on a budget, with little or no sacrifice. Make sure you get the right model for your budget and interests. Call now.

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A Rebuilt Transmission is Affordable and Reliable

We get lots of calls for replacement transmissions. There is so much more to buying a replacement transmission than just calling around and buying the cheapest one or first one. Like choosing a doctor, it makes sense to look for the best doctor or the best replacement trans. for your car. Almost to a tee, our customers choose transmissions after we discuss the matter in depth.

Choosing the right replacement transmission is a scary subject for the unprepared motorist. Considering the expense of a new transmission, the smart motorist should be more concerned with long term performance than the lowest cost. Quality wins out over price all the time.

The bottom line is that the cost difference between an ordinary or minimally rebuilt transmission, and a well built transmission is very little or nill. In fact, when you look at the overall lifespan of a properly rebuilt transmission, over a poorly rebuilt one, the price is actually lower for the better unit. Not to mention the possibilities of warranty problems and more down time with a crummy unit.

The difference between a good unit and not, is not always visible from the outside. One good way to tell is to ask about the warranty. A good warranty generally proves the confidence of the seller. Something that builds peace of mind.

The proper way to rebuilt a transmission is to start with cleaning it properly and inspecting all of the parts. Some parts get trashed no matter what, like bearings and clutches and other soft parts. The rest of the parts get re-machined to factory specs. A rebuilt torque converter is part of the job. In fact, every electronic part, either internal, or external should be new.

We also get requests for used transmissions, it’s is a cost effective alternative we recommend to people on a stiff budget, we don’t sell junk yard used transmissions. A really good value with little compromise. If you are interested in a used transmission, then we may have a low mileage used unit ready to go, just give us a call at 866-320-1182 and speak with an intelligent human being who knows what you want.

Whatever your interests are, GotTransmissions.com not only provides more education to our customers so they can make a great decision, but our customer service is unparallelled. Call right now for a free quote, or ask the questions no one else can answer.

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Rebuilt Chevy HHR Transmissions for Sale

The HHR Chevy was an entry in the retro market, designed after the ’49 Chevrolet Suburban. It was made from 2005 to 2011. It is a stylish 4 door station wagon falling in the compact crossover wagon-SUV market. A panel van version was made as a delivery vehicle. All are built on a front wheel drive/front engine chassis.

Usually when we sell a replacement Chevy transmission it is because something out of the drivers control occurs. One of the most common problems is overheating the transmission. The issues occur when an overheated engine happens, and the transmission fluid is not changed.

What most people do not know is that if the engine overheats, so does the transmission. So, it’s absolutely imperative to change the ATF [automatic transmission fluid] if any overheating situation occurs.

On occasion, an ATF leak occurs and when the transmission gets low on fluid, it slips and causes a failure, if unattended. So, if your transmission gives you a hint and leaves a leak, take it and have it examined.

The transmissions used in the HHR are conventional front wheel drive transmissions, better known as transaxles. Literally speaking, the transmissions and differential ring and pinion gears are all located in one aluminum housing, saving weight and space.

By using a 4 speed automatic overdrive transmission/transaxle, not only do you have 4 gas saving forward speeds, but there is a lock up clutch inside the torque converter, which is like having another forward gear. Lock up is a gas and engine saving feature, it is very subtle and most folks are not aware of it.

Rebuilt Chevy HHR Transmissions for Sale, are the most cost effective variants. A rebuilt torque converter has to be part of the deal. Or you are not buying a fully rebuilt transmission.

Another solid avenue to take is a good used low mileage transmission, when available. For the price, it may solve your problem at a lesser cost, with almost no sacrifice in reliability. A good choice for those on a budget.

My suggestion is to call and speak with a smart and understanding human being. Ask all of the questions no one else will answer honestly. We are here to teach you how to buy the best replacement transmission for your interests. Call GotTransmissions.com right now for more detailed info. 866-320-1182.

Every transmission comes with a peace of mind warranty, and has pure value built right into it. Our super customer service makes this an easy and pleasant experience.

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Porsche Cayenne Transmissions for Sale

If you read my blogs, you know I am a big Porsche fan. The fact is, Porsche is the finest engineered car in the world. I happen to own an early Porsche, nothing like a mid sized five-seater luxury CUV [crossover utility vehicle] called the Cayenne. It can be called Porsche Type 955 (2002–2006), Type 957 (2007–2010), and Type 958 (2011+), if you find numerals more appealing. As in my car, it’s a 911 model, 1970 vintage.

The vehicle platform or chassis, whatever you want to call it, was developed by Porsche as the first V8 engined Porsche since 1995 [998]. It is shared with the VW Touraeg and the Audi Q5. It is one super performance chassis if one was ever made.

Through both the first generation and second generation models, a 6 speed automatic transmission is offered and a 6 speed automatic Tiptronic transmission too. It’s important to note that the Cayenne is built on a front engine, longitudinal chassis.

A longitudinal chassis is the oldest design made. Where the engine and transmissions are up front [bolted together], and the differential is in the back, and a drive-shaft connects the transmission to the differential. Of course, nothing Porsche makes is conventional in design, so it’s a far cry from the bluff of longitudinal chassis setups. A really far cry.

Tiptronic transmissions [Porsche Trade-name] is commonly referred to as a manuamatic transmission. Essentially a manumatic transmissions it is a fancy term for a sporty, super high performance automatic transmission with fancy racing shifter paddles and an advanced electronic computer system. It uses a torque converter like a regular automatic transmission.

When it comes time to program a Cayenne manumatic transmission, that is where the rubber hits the road. Let me be clear, the transmission is commanded in entirety by a computer system. The main computer has driving programs installed in it. Programs that detect the road conditions, and your driving habits, and adjust in real time, to allow for the perfect shift every time.

Consider this, Porsche puts over 250 programs in the Cayenne computer. As opposed to the Touraeg, which has 45 or 50 programs. That is only the beginning of the masterful changes and differences between Porsche and everyone else.

You can take my word for it. You can also take my word for buying a replacement transmission for a Porsche Cayenne. The only place that sell viable rebuilt Porsche Cayenne transmissions for sale, equal to a fresh dealership transmission, for pennies on the dollar is GotTransmissions.com.

For the best rebuilt and calibrated Cayenne transmissions, call 866-320-1182 right now. GotTransmissions.com

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Volvo S40/V40/V50 Transmissions for Sale 2004 and Newer

The Volvo S40 is a small family car, with the ”S” meaning Saloon. The “V” in the V40 series stands for versatility/estate. The wagon became the V50 in 2004. Volvo transmissions have always been sturdy units, fitting characteristics for a car claimed to last long time and be safer than other cars.

It takes a full team effort to make a car like a Volvo. The chassis has to have solid integrity and good structure, the engine and transmissions have to the best components possible, or you are not selling what you are claiming. GotTransmissions.com has got Volvo S40/V40/V50 Transmissions for Sale 2004 and Newer for less than the dealer by a mile.

The S40 and it’s relatives from 2004 and on use only a couple of transmission options. The car itself is built on the Volvo P1 platform, which is front engine, front wheel drive, all wheel drive car. The setup is termed Transverse. which means that the engine and transmission are both bolted together sideways under the hood.

Technically speaking, the transmissions is really a transaxle. A transaxle is a devise where the rear drive unit and the transmission assembly are in one common all aluminum case. Saves weight and fits in a smaller space. Nice design. The most common front wheel/all wheel drive setup on the market.

Here is the list of transmissions used from 2004 and up:
1. 5-speed manual
2. 6-speed manual
3. 5-speed Geartronic
4. 6-speed Geartronic

Geartronic is Volvo’s trade name for it’s manumatic transmissions. Similar to Porsche’s design, coming in 5 and 6 speed models. It’s a hybrid of sorts between a manual transmission and automatic. Designed for long life and extraordinary performance. Here is a description of manumatic and geartronic right here.

If you happen to be on the look for a transmission of this sort, GotTransmissions.com has a terrific variety of transmissions for sale for said car. Make a choice from one of our fully transmissions, or a low mileage used transmission unit [if available]. No junk yard transmissions here.

So, to learn more about the subject and be able to make a solid decision, call one of my professionals, you will get an intelligent human being who will teach you how to choose the best transmissions for your Volvo S40. 866-320-1182. Remember, every transmission we sell has pure value built right into it, and all transmissions come with our peace of mind warranty.

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