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Once you know what's in your transmission, and what’s connected to it, it’s much easier to understand how it works. Let's take a look at how it all comes together. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, we want to make sure you know how your car works so you can keep it in great condition.

classic car

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA can help.  If you drive something old, there’s a good chance it has fewer gears than you’d like. With all the 6 and 8 speed transmissions on the road today, it’s hard to imagine that just a few decades ago we were getting by with just 2 or 3 gears. These days, there are some simple swap options - here are some things for you to consider.

Jasper Remanufactured Transmission

The hydraulic system in your transmission is responsible for telling the mechanical components what to do, and when to do it. In order to better understand how your transmission works, it’s important to understand the mechanical components of it.

shift knob manual transmission

Manual transmissions require far less maintenance than automatics. However, that doesn’t mean it doesn’t need a fluid check from time to time. Here’s what you should know about checking and adding fluid to your manual transmission, from Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA.

transmission for diesel trucks

The differentials on your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge diesel pickup are some of the hardest working components on your truck. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, WA, our technicians are experts in maintaining, repairing, and replacing differentials, keeping your truck working reliable just as much as you do.

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At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, our priority is keeping your transmission shifting smooth and running strong for years to come. While proper maintenance, driving habits, and a myriad of other conditions affect the life and reliability of a transmission, there are also ways to increase the overall efficiency of your unit, even above stock performance.

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At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, we know an important part of your ability to care for your transmission lies in your knowledge about how it works. Here is some information on the tow button, if your car, truck, or SUV is equipped with one.

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For the most part, automatic transmissions are exactly that; automatic. However, there are a couple of components that require adjustment from time to time, to keep your transmission shifting like it should. At Motorworks Northwest, Inc in Mt Vernon, our team of expert mechanics knows how to do just that.

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