Making the call to get a new transmission can be difficult. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we’re here to help you make the right choice.

If you drive a car, truck, or SUV with a manual transmission, you may have heard the term “pilot bearing” or “pilot bushing” before. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, we know that the first step to keeping your vehicle maintained is knowing something about how it works. Here’s some helpful information on the pilot bearing, and how to know if yours needs to be replaced.

In theory, you shouldn’t have to add fluid to an automatic transmission. However, if your transmission is leaking, even slightly, at some point you’ll have to. Here’s what you should know, from Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA.

“Valve body” is one of those nebulous car terms you hear all the time, but nobody seems to really know what it is. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know exactly what a valve body is, what it does, and are well equipped to address any issues your valve body may be experiencing.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we know how troublesome it can be to pinpoint a transmission issue and get it fixed. That’s why it’s a good idea to consult us, the experts, for all your transmission needs. We want to help you get on the road safely and quickly.

Our goal at Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA 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 Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, 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 Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA 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? Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA 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.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we aren’t just in the business of fixing or maintaining your transmission. We’re here to help you make customizations and improvements as well.

Just because manual transmissions aren’t as common these days as they used to be, there are still many out there, and at Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, 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? Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA knows, and now you will too.

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 Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA 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.

Transmission work is a world of precision and attention to detail. Transmission specialists, like the technicians at Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, chose to specialize in transmission work partly because they have a knack for both. It’s just one of the things that make us the best in the business.

Transmission failure is never a fun subject. But, if your transmission has finally bit the dust, don’t panic. Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA has the solutions you need that will save you time and money in the long run. We're here to help you explore all your options so you can make the best decision for you and your vehicle.

Your transmission cooler is an integral part of the reliability and proper function of your transmission. At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, we’re well equipped with the knowledge you need about coolers, and the ability and equipment necessary to keep your transmission in good shape.

At Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, 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 Reeves Auto Repair in San Luis Obispo, CA, 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.