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Tech Tip Tuesday: The Output ShaftThe output shaft is the component that carries torque out of the transmission and deli...
06/23/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday: The Output Shaft

The output shaft is the component that carries torque out of the transmission and delivers it to the driveshaft or, in front-wheel drive vehicles, to the front differential.

Every gear ratio the transmission produces, every clutch pack that engages, every shift that happens, the end result arrives at the output shaft. It then transfers that rotational power to the rest of the drivetrain.

Output shafts operate under constant high loads. They are supported by bearings at both ends and sealed against fluid leakage. Over time, those bearings wear and the seal can begin to leak.

Output shaft problems produce specific symptoms. A howling noise that correlates with vehicle speed. Transmission fluid leaking from the rear of the transmission, where the driveshaft enters. A vibration under load that feels different from a tire or driveshaft balance issue.

Replacing an output shaft bearing or seal is a significant repair. It requires partial teardown of the transmission or transfer case. Catching the problem early, when symptoms first appear, usually keeps the repair in the hundreds rather than the thousands.

Seven years with Rachel Willis.Rachel joined Edwards Transmissions+ as an Accounting Associate on June 21, 2019. Seven y...
06/22/2026

Seven years with Rachel Willis.

Rachel joined Edwards Transmissions+ as an Accounting Associate on June 21, 2019. Seven years in, her work behind the scenes keeps the financial side of this business running the way it should.

Every invoice that goes out, every payment that gets reconciled, every report that leadership relies on to make decisions, passes through Rachel's desk. That kind of accuracy and consistency does not happen by accident. It is the result of somebody showing up and doing the work, day after day, for seven years.

Thank you, Rachel.

To every dad who taught a kid how to drive, who answered the phone the first time a car made a noise, who spent a Saturd...
06/21/2026

To every dad who taught a kid how to drive, who answered the phone the first time a car made a noise, who spent a Saturday afternoon in a driveway with a wrench and a question, today is for you.

You have kept families on the road in more ways than you get credit for.

Happy Father's Day from all of us at Edwards Transmissions+.

Happy birthday to Gerald "Jay" Smith Jr.Gerald celebrated 15 years with Edwards Transmissions+ earlier this month, and t...
06/19/2026

Happy birthday to Gerald "Jay" Smith Jr.

Gerald celebrated 15 years with Edwards Transmissions+ earlier this month, and today we celebrate him. Fifteen years in and still showing up with the same commitment that got him here.

Have a great day, Gerald.

Tech Tip Tuesday: The DifferentialThe differential is the component that lets the two wheels on a driven axle rotate at ...
06/16/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday: The Differential

The differential is the component that lets the two wheels on a driven axle rotate at different speeds. That matters because every time a vehicle turns, the outside wheel travels a longer path than the inside wheel.

Without a differential, one wheel would have to drag or skip through every turn. With one, both wheels maintain traction while still delivering power through the drivetrain.

Differential problems produce specific symptoms. A whine that changes with vehicle speed. A clunk or grinding during turns. A howl that gets louder under acceleration and quieter off-throttle. Gear oil leaking from the rear of the axle housing.

Most differentials call for a gear oil change every 30,000 to 60,000 miles, more frequently for vehicles that tow. Neglecting that service is one of the most common contributors to differential wear and eventual rebuild.

Summer road trip season is here. Before you load the car for the drive, five minutes under the hood can prevent a much l...
06/12/2026

Summer road trip season is here. Before you load the car for the drive, five minutes under the hood can prevent a much longer day on the side of the road.

Check your transmission fluid level. On vehicles with a dipstick, the fluid should be red to light brown, not dark brown or black, and the level should be between the hot and cold marks with the engine at operating temperature. On sealed transmissions without a dipstick, a service check is needed at a shop.

Look underneath the vehicle for any fresh fluid. Transmission fluid is typically red. Brake fluid is amber. Coolant is green, orange, or pink. Engine oil is dark brown to black. Any fresh spot that was not there before is worth investigating.

If the vehicle is due for any service or showing any symptoms that have been easy to ignore around town, it is better to handle them before you are 400 miles from home on a holiday weekend.

Tech Tip Tuesday: U-Joints and CV JointsUniversal joints and constant velocity joints both have one job. They let a driv...
06/09/2026

Tech Tip Tuesday: U-Joints and CV Joints

Universal joints and constant velocity joints both have one job. They let a driveshaft or axle shaft transmit rotational power through an angle, as the suspension moves up and down.

U-joints are found in rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive vehicles, typically at each end of the driveshaft. They use a simple cross-shaped design with four bearing cups. CV joints are found in front-wheel drive vehicles and on independent rear suspensions, using internal ball bearings to transmit power more smoothly at steeper angles.

A bad u-joint produces a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, a vibration that increases with speed, and sometimes a squeak that changes with vehicle speed. A bad CV joint produces a clicking or popping sound during turns, especially under acceleration, and in later stages a grinding sensation that transfers through the steering.

Either failure, left unaddressed, progresses to a roadside breakdown.

Happy belated birthday to Moed Al-Kanany, one of our Shop Foremen.Moed celebrated his birthday last week. He joined the ...
06/08/2026

Happy belated birthday to Moed Al-Kanany, one of our Shop Foremen.

Moed celebrated his birthday last week. He joined the team last fall and brings a calm, methodical approach to the kind of complex work a shop foreman handles every day. His experience shows in the quality of the repairs that leave this shop.

Hope you had a great one, Moed.

15 years. Gerald "Jay" Smith Jr. joined Edwards Transmissions+ on June 3, 2011. Fifteen years later, he continues to ser...
06/07/2026

15 years. Gerald "Jay" Smith Jr. joined Edwards Transmissions+ on June 3, 2011. Fifteen years later, he continues to serve as a core part of our management team.

Fifteen years in one shop tells you something about both the person and the place. It means the person has committed to the trade, put in the work, and built the kind of judgment that only comes from experience. It also means the shop built a culture worth staying in.

Jay has been part of how Edwards Transmissions+ operates for a decade and a half. The customers he has helped, the technicians he has supported, and the problems he has solved along the way are the foundation of why this business still runs the way it does.

Thank you, Gerald. 15 years is a milestone that speaks for itself.

Summer is harder on transmissions than winter.That fact surprises most drivers, but the mechanics are straightforward. T...
06/05/2026

Summer is harder on transmissions than winter.

That fact surprises most drivers, but the mechanics are straightforward. Transmission fluid operates best in a relatively narrow temperature window. Below that window, fluid is thick and hydraulic response is slow. Above it, fluid thins, oxidizes, and loses its ability to protect internal components.

Indiana summers regularly push transmission fluid to the upper end of that window, especially in traffic, when towing, and during extended highway driving in hot weather. Every 20 degrees above normal operating temperature cuts fluid life roughly in half.

Check your transmission fluid level and condition before extended drives. Avoid idling in drive for long periods at stoplights in heavy traffic. If you tow regularly, an auxiliary transmission cooler is one of the best long-term investments you can make. And if your vehicle has not had a transmission service in the past 50,000 to 75,000 miles, now is the right time to schedule one.

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