Why do you Cummins guys want more gears
I’ve heard a number of Cummins fans saying they are waiting for an 8 or 10 speed transmission before getting a new truck. Why? Does the Cummins struggle to get your trailer moving from a stop? Or are ...
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Shinerbock wrote:I think it is because the Allison was the first auto tranny worth having in the 3/4-1 ton class. I remember when it was common for auto trannys to need rebuliding at 70-90K. I bought a 96 Dodge 1 ton back then. Got the manual so it would last.
But you have to admit, this hatred for anything Allison is a bit irrational.
GM bringing the Allison on board forced the others to step up their game. But (perhaps because it was first) the Allison for quite awhile was considered by many to be the gold standard.
Naturally this did not set well with OB fans.
Its kind of like my feelings about Tom Brady.
Here's a guy with umpteen superbowl rings, tons of money, and a supermodel for a wife..... I hate that guy.:B
