Transmission specialists in Salinas, CA
Slipping? Grinding? Bring it in.
Automatic and manual transmission repair, rebuilds and diagnostics for cars, pickups and work trucks, plus brakes, oil changes, electrical and engine work. We find the real problem before we quote you a fix.
What is your car doing?
Pick the closest match. You'll see the usual causes and what to do next. It's a starting point, not a diagnosis. For that, bring it in.
What we work on
Daily drivers, family SUVs, pickups and the work trucks that keep the Salinas Valley moving.
Transmission rebuilds
Full teardown, inspection and rebuild with new clutches, seals and bands. Backed by our 2-year / 24,000-mile warranty.
Automatic & manualRepairs & replacement
Solenoids, valve bodies, torque converters and leaks. When a rebuild doesn't make sense, we'll source a quality replacement unit.
Automatic & manualComputer diagnostics
Scan tool, road test and pressure checks to find out whether it's the transmission, the software or something else entirely.
All makesClutch jobs
Clutch, pressure plate, throwout bearing, flywheel resurfacing and hydraulics for manual transmissions.
Manual4x4 & drivetrain
Transfer cases, differentials, axles and driveshafts for trucks and SUVs that see dirt roads and field work.
Trucks & 4WDFluid service & flushes
Transmission flushes and fluid-and-filter changes with the correct fluid spec for your transmission. Cheap insurance against expensive repairs.
MaintenanceFull auto repair, too
Transmissions are our specialty, but we take care of the rest of your vehicle as well.
Brakes
Pads, rotors, calipers and brake lines. If it squeals, grinds or the pedal feels soft, bring it in.
SafetyOil changes
Oil and filter changes with the right oil for your engine, for cars, pickups and work trucks.
MaintenanceElectrical work
Wiring repairs, sensors, starting and charging problems, and warning lights tracked down with proper diagnostics.
DiagnosticsEngine work
Engine diagnostics and repair, from leaks and misfires to bigger jobs.
RepairInside our shop
Real photos from our bays on Brunken Ave. Work trucks, patrol cars and family vehicles all come through here.
Modern truck transmissions are our specialty
Today's 8- and 10-speed automatics pack more clutches and gearsets into the same case, and they don't tolerate guesswork. These are the units we see most on Salinas trucks and SUVs.
Every rebuild is backed for 2 years or 24,000 miles.
Whichever comes first. It covers every transmission rebuild we do, from a 4-speed in a work truck to a 10-speed in a new F-150.
- Covers all transmission rebuilds, automatic and manual
- 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first
- Ask us for the full terms when you drop off your vehicle
What customers say on Google
From 33 Google reviews, including 27 five-star reviews.
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How a visit works
No surprises. You know what's wrong and what it costs before any wrench turns.
Call us
Tell us what the car is doing. We'll let you know if it's safe to drive in or if it needs a tow.
Diagnose
Road test, code scan and fluid check to pin down the real cause.
Get an estimate
We explain what we found, your options and the price. You decide.
Drive away
We repair it, road test it again and walk you through the work.
Check your fluid color
On many vehicles you can pull the transmission dipstick with the engine warm and running. Wipe the fluid on a white paper towel and compare.
Bright red
Healthy. Clear, pink-to-red fluid with no burnt smell is what you want to see.
Light brown
Getting old. Schedule a fluid service before it starts to wear parts.
Dark and burnt
Overheated. A burnt smell usually means clutch wear inside. Get it checked soon.
Milky pink
Coolant is mixing in. Stop driving it and call us. This one gets worse fast.
Talk to a transmission tech
(831) 751-6836Describe the symptoms over the phone and we'll tell you what we think is going on and what it takes to fix it.
| Monday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Tuesday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |