Virtual Tour for Mister Transmission – HWY 427 & Dundas, Mississauga
Virtual Tour for Mister Transmission – Dundas / 427 – Transmission Repair Shop Using Microsoft’s Photosynth software on a Windows Phone 8 phone, this is our first humble attempt to present the Virtual Tour from the shop as it was on the Morning of Saturday 23 March 2013. Mister Transmission is the foremost expert on everything Transmission and gearbox on almost all makes and...
read moreWhy Regular Transmission Oil Changes are Critical! Seriously!
GGears fail for a number of reasons, pick up any machine design text book and there will be a long list of failure modes listed. ISO 10825 lists a number of these failures by type and sub-types. While in systems where the gears are not enclosed, such as a bicycle, the small chip or broken teeth falls away from the gears and no further damage is done. Even in gears which are enclosed but without any cooling fluids such as those in wall-clocks the chip and debris will only collect at the bottom of the case. HHowever, things are NOT so...
read moreSynthetic vs. Mineral (Organic) Transmission Fluid
Transmission fluids have several main purposes they must fulfill in a transmission. These purposes include: Lubrication Wear protection Heat dissipation Foam prevention Hydraulic force transmission Shift quality Compatibility with materials. Organic and synthetic oils react to each of these differently. Lubrication: Temperature is a large factor in the proper lubrication of a transmission fluid. Organic transmission fluids grow more viscous in colder temperatures, and the change in temperature changes the properties of the...
read moreEverything About Automatic Transmission Fluids (ATF)
Automatic Transmission fluid (ATF) What is Transmission Fluid? What are Different Types of Transmission Fluid? What are the differences between between Mineral (Organic) and Synthetic Transmission Fluids? Why do Different Manufacturers Require Different Transmission Fluids? What are the Side Effects of using the wrong Transmission Fluid? How frequently to change transmission fluid? What type of Transmission fluid to use for your car? What is Transmission Fluid? Transmission fluid is a type of oil used for the...
read moreIntroducing the Hybrid Family & Their Transmissions
Introducing the Hybrid Family Hybrid automobiles reproduce like rabbits. Just a decade ago, they were a fringe movement, like LARPing and men’s skinny jeans. The introduction of the Toyota Prius in 2001 spawned a family of gasoline-electric vehicles ranging from fuel-sipping family sedans to petrol-swilling pickup trucks. In the modern era, hip male youth don denim-spandex pantaloons, and their parents shop for hybrid vehicles. The difference between the two is that while skinny jeans may fade out of fashion, hybrids may be here for the...
read moreSeven Signs of Transmission Trouble
What are the signs of Transmission Trouble? T ransmissions have evolved into incredibly complex systems designed to get the most out of your engine while going easy on gas consumption. The automatic transmission in your car is a combination of hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical components that are susceptible to wear and tear. Regular service will help keep your vehicle on the road and out of the shop. There are many cues that may indicate early signs of transmission problem. 1.If the Check Engine Light or any...
read moreTransmission Repair vs Car Replacement
Transmission Repair VS Car Replacement Many times the first thought that comes to mind when faced with a transmission problem is to replace the vehicle as repair costs are seen as excessive. However in reality the repair and rebuild of transmission is much cheaper then replacing the vehicle. The points to consider before making any vehicle replacement decision are: The plan to hold-on the vehicle prior to experiencing the transmission problem. The condition of your vehicle body i.e. corrosion,...
read moreRebuilt Transmission
Aftermarket Rebuilt Transmission vs. Rebuilding Your Original Transmission Any time your car stops working you are worried and look around to get it fixed. When a technician narrows the problem down to severe transmission issue, there are three options which are available: Rebuild OEM Transmission Replace with a Rebuilt Transmission Replace the entire Car It goes without saying that most transmission issues, if detected in time require minor fixes. However, on occasion a significant fix is required. A rebuild of your original transmission...
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