Transmission

  • If You Have To Turn The Key More Than Once - You Might Have A Problem

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    At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, our goal is to help you understand your transmission a little better and keep your car, truck, or SUV reliably on the road. If you ever hit the key and your engine fails to turn over, whether it’s once a month, once a week, or every day, you’ve got the beginnings of an issue worth dealing with.

  • Is "Remanufactured" Worth It?

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    What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

  • Is "Remanufactured" Worth It?

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    What does “remanufactured” mean, and is it something you want? At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we strive for great service and a job well done. Part of that is equipping you with the knowledge you need to understand what’s going on when a repair is necessary on your car, truck or SUV. “Remanufactured” is a word that you’ll encounter in the automotive world. Many people perceive that to mean “used”, but that isn’t the case - here’s what you need to know.

  • Is a Stall Converter Your Next Step?

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    Do you have a performance car, truck, or SUV that you’re looking to upgrade? A stall converter might be your next step; from Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, here’s what you need to know.

  • Is it time for a new transmission?

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    Is your car, truck, or SUV experiencing transmission failure? At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we’re here to help. You have a variety of options as to how to handle your failed transmission and knowing your options will help you to make an informed decision.

  • Is That Shaking a Driveshaft Issue?

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    Whatever type of truck you run in your fleet, they all have a driveshaft that connects the transmission to the differential, transferring power to the wheels. At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we specialize in diesel truck and fleet vehicle maintenance and repair, including precision driveshaft care.

  • Is Your Transmission Shifting Erratically?

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    At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, 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.

  • Is Your Transmission Shuddering?

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    Transmissions may experience an array of issues, some more serious (or annoying) than others. Since transmissions play a vital role in the operation of your vehicle, it's important to know what to look out for. If your transmission is shuddering, here’s some advice from our team here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID.

  • JASPER - Good Enough for Racing

    At Blue Lakes Auto Repair we offer only the best products to our Twin Falls, ID drivers, that’s why we are excited to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. JASPER is known for its great transmissions, some of which are even used in NASCAR. The JASPER 4-Speed Transmission is currently being used by seventeen team/driver combinations during the 2020 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series. The 4-Speed transmission is also being used by ten team/driver combinations for the 2020 NASCAR Xfinity Series as well.

  • JASPER 4-Speed Transmissions Used by Drivers in the NASCAR Xfinity Series in 2022

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    JASPER Engines and Transmissions is pleased to announce that the JASPER 4-Speed Transmission is being used by 28 team/driver combinations in the 2022 NASCAR Xfinity Series season.

    This is an exciting leap as the same transmission was used by 12 team/driver combinations in the series in 2021. These team/driver combinations accounted for 19 wins, 84 top-five finishes, and 147 top-ten finishes for the 2021 season.

  • JASPER Expands their Chrysler Transmission Product Line

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    Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair, we are always striving to provide Twin Falls, ID drivers with the highest quality products. That’s why we proudly work with Jasper Engines and Transmissions. JASPER is a leader in the nation for remanufacturing engines and drivetrain products at a price point that is affordable. Their latest offering is no exception. JASPER recently announced that they have expanded their remanufactured Chrysler 68RFE transmission product line. This remanufactured transmission is available for both 2WD and 4WD 2019 RAM 2500-3500 diesel applications.

  • JASPER has Expanded the Availability of the GM 6T70/6T75 Transmissions

    GM 6T70

    Jasper Engines and Transmissions is proud to announce their expanded availability of the remanufactures GM 6T70/6T75 FWD and AWD transmissions. These 6-speed transmissions are electronically controlled and are available for a variety of late-model GM vehicles. This expanded transmission line is now available for the 2013-2017 Enclave, Acadia, Traverse (3.6L FWD & AWD), Terrain, and Equinox (3.6L FWD); 2013 Equinox (3.6L AWD); 2013-2014 Terrain (3.6L AWD); 2013-2015 SRX (3.6L AWD), 2013-2016 XTS (3.6L FWD) and the 2014-2016 Impalas and Lacrosse (3.6L FWD).

  • JASPER Now Offers Turbocharger for Nissan Juke 1.6L Engine

    Turbocharger for Nissan Juke 1.6L Engine

    At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, we are proud to partner with Jasper Engines and Transmissions as we are always looking for ways to provide our drivers with only the highest quality of service and products. JASPER recently announced the availability of a turbocharger for the 2011-2017 Nissan Juke that is equipped with a 1.6L engine.

  • JASPER Offers a Remanufactured Ford 6R140 Transmission

    6R140 Transmission

    Jasper Engines and Transmissions is proud to announce their expanded availability of the remanufactured Ford 6R140 RWD and 4WD transmissions. These 6-speed transmissions are electronically-controlled and are available for a variety of vehicles. This expanded transmission line is available for the 2015-2019 6R140 F250, F350 6.2L, and F350 6.7L (RWD & 4WD).

  • JASPER Transmissions Used in Racing

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    Here at Blue Lakes Auto Repair, we take pride in our work and that’s why we choose only the best of products for our customers. We already have faith in Jasper Engines and Transmissions because of the products they provide and the warranty that backs them up, but this latest news justifies our choice even more. There are thirty NASCAR® team/driver combinations in 2021 that are using the JASPER 4-Speed Transmission. Of those thirty team/driver combinations, eighteen are being used for the NASCAR® Cup Series and twelve are being used for the NASCAR® Xfinity Series.

  • Keep Your Replacement Transmission Running Smoothly

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    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 Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID to help keep you reliably on the road.

  • Keeping Your Transmission In Top Shape?

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    Transmissions are complex pieces of equipment. Systems and components rely heavily on one another, and everything needs to be in working order for proper function. When one thing fails, there’s a snowball effect, and malfunctions and damages begin to occur. What can you do to make sure you keep it working? At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we want to help when you need it, but we also want to teach you how to maintain your vehicle on your own. Good maintenance is the single largest contributing factor to how long your transmission will last and how well it will continue to work. Here are a few key points on maintenance from the Blue Lakes Auto Repair technicians.

  • Know Your Transmission's Warning Signs

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    At Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID, we’ve seen a lot of worn out and tired transmissions. How do you know if it’s time to replace yours?

  • Leaky Transmission? Learn Where They Come From and What To Do

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    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 Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID 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.

  • Leaky Transmission? Learn Where They Come From and What To Do

    transmission

    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 Blue Lakes Auto Repair in Twin Falls, ID 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.

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