Once your transmission has been replaced and you’re shifting smoothly once more, you’ll probably want to keep it running smoothly. Here are some tips from Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA to help keep you reliably on the road.

Our goal at Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA is to provide you with the best transmission service possible. One way we do that is by helping you understand a little more about your transmission and the way it works. Knowledge about your vehicle and its systems allow you to catch problems when they arise and deal with them appropriately, saving you money and easing some of the stress of car ownership. You probably already know how to check your oil, and when to change it. Checking and maintaining transmission fluid is something people tend to understand far less about, however. Here’s what you need to know.

At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

Leaky transmissions can be a pain, not only do they make a mess on the underside of your car, and in your driveway, but the transmission fluid is expensive and inconvenient to deal with. At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA we want to provide you with some information on where transmission leaks start and how to end them so that maybe we can eliminate any future leaks.

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.

Are you considering upgrading to a better transmission on your classic? Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA 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.

Just because manual transmissions aren’t as common these days as they used to be, there are still many out there, and at Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, our certified technicians know how to keep them running at their best.

Manual transmissions have been around for a long time and if you have ever driven a manual you know how exciting they can be. Manual transmissions have also been referred to as standard transmissions, stick shifts, manual gearbox, or a simple gearbox. No matter what you call it, manual transmissions are fun to drive, better on fuel, reliable, and somewhat safer. So what do you know about manual transmissions; where did they come from, and how do they work? Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA knows, and now you will too.

By now, it’s likely you’ve heard someone claim “manuals get better gas mileage than automatics.” While in the past this has certainly been true – driving an automatic was truly a sacrifice, dramatically affecting acceleration, reliability, and gas mileage – is it still the case in the modern era? Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA has the answers.

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 Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, 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.

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. Here are some steps you should take to make sure your repair is as simple and cost-effective as possible.

So, you’ve determined your transmission is bad. What next? Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA is here to help.

There are a few things to consider when your transmission goes out. You might feel inclined to just get a new car...but should you? Here are some factors to think about.

At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, a big part of our job is helping you make decisions that are right for you, and your car, truck or SUV. When it comes to replacing a transmission there are a lot of options out there; we’re here to help you make the right choice.

At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, we know that the key to keeping a transmission reliable and in shape is taking care to prevent an issue in the first place. Here, we’ll explore a condition that has a lot of potentials to cause your transmission harm; overheating.

At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, we see a lot of the same mistakes that cause a transmission to fail. With our help, you can avoid a preventable transmission failure and keep your car reliably on the road.

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 Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, 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. 

At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, we pride ourselves on specialty knowledge and ability. Once you’ve settled on a transmission to invest in, it’s important not to cut corners on the homestretch. We’ve got you covered here and you can expect top quality repairs for your top quality product.

Your vehicle configuration determines how it should be properly towed to avoid transmission damage. Specifically, it matters if your vehicle is front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive and whether it’s an automatic or a manual. From the professionals at Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, here’s how to tow your vehicle:

While transmissions are extremely complicated and it takes a professional hand to work on one, taking care of the one you have isn’t difficult. At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, GA, we understand the importance of caring for your transmission properly, so that it stays in good condition for as long as possible.

The engine and transmission in your Chevrolet, Dodge, or Ford diesel pickup is the heart and soul of your truck. At Lee's Brake, Muffler, & Tire Service in Sandersville, we repair, rebuild, and replace engines or transmissions with quality parts and builds, keeping your truck on the road for years to come.