Why To Install transmission shift kits

 Why you should install a shift kit no matter what vehicle you drive

Most people don't know it but automobile manufacturers intentionally allow the transmission to slip between gear changes in order to create a smoother transition from one gear to the next.  The term for this is shift overlap.  In lay terms, this means the transmission is in two gears simultaneously.  While this allows for a silky smooth transition between gear changes, it is not necessarily good for the transmission, vehicle performance or your wallet.  Here's why:

Shift overlap reduces the efficiency and performance of your vehicle because during shift overlap the clutches for both gears are slipping, meaning the full power being made by the engine is not reaching the drive wheels.  The lost power is consumed by the slipping clutches.  In addition to a loss in efficiency and performance, slipping causes added wear on clutch discs and creates heat.  Both of which will ruin your transmission relatively quickly.

Common Misconception about transmission shift kits

People either do not know that such a product exists or they are aware of shift kits but are misunderstood about what they do and what vehicle applications they are designed for.  This is unfortunate because a transmission shift kit is one of the least expensive and most rewarding automatic transmission upgrades that you can make.

The biggest misconception among those that are aware of shift kits is that the kits are for high performance use only.  This misunderstanding is somewhat understandable because shift kits are synonymous with high performance.  For the performance junkies of the world, installing a shift kit in their street ride or off-road vehicle is a no-brainer as shift kits offer the biggest bang for the buck.

But what most people do not know is that many high performance junkies have shift kits installed in their daily driver vehicles as well.  Their motivation for doing so might be slightly different but the end result is the same.

Below are the benefits of installing a automatic transmission shift kit in any vehicle.

√  Optimum Performance

√  Improved shifting and power output

√  Eliminates (or drastically reduces) shift overlap and
    excessive wear on clutches and banks due to slippage

√  Less heat buildup inside the transmission thus increasing
    the service life of the transmission fluid and the
    transmission

√  Increased fuel mileage.  The added efficiency of delivering more
    power to the drive wheels requires less fuel to travel the same distance.

Installing a shift kit does not require removing the transmission or transaxle from the vehicle.  Anyone with some tools, a floor jack, jack stands (or car ramps) can do it.  Installation should take only one to two hours to complete.  Just follow the instructions that come with your new kit.  You'll be amazed at the difference in shifts, performance and gas mileage.