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Transmission slippage can be caused by a variety of factors which are sometimes difficult to pin down. From West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, here’s a rundown of the more common issues that may cause a transmission to slip.

At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, we know your Ford, Chevrolet, or Dodge pickup was designed for optimal power, torque, and towing and hauling ability, no matter what the job is. We also know that while getting up to speed in a timely fashion is important, your diesel pickup’s ability to stop is equally essential.

If your transmission is slipping, what are your options? As you’ve seen, a variety of issues can cause a transmission to slip. Likewise, repairs differ widely depending on the issue. Our highly trained technicians at West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA can recommend your best options. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost effective as possible.

At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, we enjoy providing you with useful knowledge that pertains to the ownership and maintenance of your car, truck, or SUV. You may have noticed more and more electric cars hitting our roadways over the past few years. With that in mind, here’s a brief, but interesting look at the history of electric cars.

If your transmission isn’t shifting correctly, you’ll want to be careful about how you choose to proceed. The best thing to do is turn the vehicle off and have a professional take a look at it, but if that isn’t an option, there are some steps you can take to ensure nothing gets damaged. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA we can take a look at your issues and also give you some tips on what to do when that option isn't available yet.

Your fuel system is comprised of a variety of parts, each tasked with keeping your engine running strong - Chevy, Ford, and Ram all have small differences, and diesel systems have changed over the years with innovation in the field; however, the fundamentals haven’t changed. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair, our technicians are familiar with the differences between models and generations, but for the intents and purposes here they aren’t necessary to know. Here’s an overview of the major components you’ll find in most diesel fuel systems.

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Nobody wants to put an engine or transmission in their car. However, when that time comes, it’s important to make an informed decision - here are some things to consider when installing a used engine or transmission, from West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA.

If you drive a lightweight car, truck, or SUV, the torque converter you have installed is probably just fine. For those of you with more heavy-duty applications, like high horsepower setups or towing rigs, the stock converter may not be enough. At West Ga Diesel & Auto Repair in Carrollton, GA, we can help with that.