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Why Does My 6L80 Transmission Keep Failing? (And How We Fix It for Good)

Jesus E January 2, 2026

If you drive a GM truck or SUV equipped with a 6L80 or 6L90 transmission and have experienced shuddering, harsh shifts, slipping, or repeated failures, the issue is rarely bad…

Transmission Warning Signs Every Fleet Manager Should Take Seriously

Jesus E December 23, 2025

For fleet managers, transmission failures are rarely sudden events. They are usually the result of warning signs that appear weeks or even months in advance, combined with severe duty conditions…

Does the Texas Heat Destroy Your Transmission?

Jesus E December 17, 2025

In North Texas, extreme summer heat places constant stress on one of your vehicle’s most complex and expensive systems. Prolonged high temperatures, stop-and-go traffic, towing, and long commutes all push…

The Dyno Difference: Our Engineering Standards

Jesus E December 7, 2025

We Don’t Guess. We Verify. At Top Notch Transmissions, we believe that rebuilding a transmission should involve measurable proof, not assumptions. A proper rebuild should be verified under load, monitored…

Is It Worth Fixing My Transmission or Should I Buy a New Car?

Jesus E December 1, 2025

If your truck or SUV is starting to hesitate, shift hard, or feel unpredictable, you are probably weighing a tough decision. Do you repair what you have, or do you…

Why Is My Check Engine Light On and My Car Won’t Shift Properly?

Jesus E November 24, 2025

Seeing the check engine light and experiencing shifting problems at the same time can be alarming. If your car won’t shift properly—whether it’s hesitating, slipping, or stuck in a single…

Why Is My Transmission Delayed When I Shift Into Reverse or Drive?

Jesus E November 19, 2025

It’s unsettling when you shift into Drive or Reverse and your vehicle takes an extra second — or more — to respond. If your transmission is delayed when shifting, this…

What’s That Burning Smell When Driving?

Jesus E November 17, 2025

Nothing’s more alarming than catching a burning smell when driving—a pungent hint that something isn’t right under the hood (or beneath your feet). While not every odor means catastrophic failure,…

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