These transmissions have alot of problems with the X-Y shifters and are alot more complicated than a standard transmission due to all the extra sensors, wiring, and modules reading and relaying all the infromation taken from the sensors. Ultra Shift Transmissions also require a different type of clutch compared to the standards and autoshifts
Why all trucks don't have these transmission boggles my mind. Why the eff would you want more destractions for your brain for shifting and using the clutch ? When you should be using all resources to focus on the road? Actaully don't answer that , any trucker that picks a manual over a automatic clearly dismissed reason and logic long time ago . watch 0Hh3TfAQhHE
@yourboycal Many truckers don't have the choice as to the transmission on the truck they drive. It is up to the company and the person who orders the combination of engine
Got this transmission on my 2005 Volvo 780 with a 450 HP ISX. After 240,000 miles in two years i am proud to say it has exceeded my expectations by far. It pulls great and the Manual (Hold) mode helps a lot in steep grades to inhibit up-shifting. My only wish and maybe this has already happened would be a 13 speed plus UltraShift to up the MPG a little. Thanks.
I just had an ultra shift hit high reverse from 7th gear going down a hill and destroy the transmission. It's been nothing but problems... Hangs in gear, over revs when shifting, does lots of shock damage to the drive line. It's torn up more stuff than a rookie with an 18 speed
We rented a Hino 268 straight truck with one of these. I hated it. Even though it was in Drive, and not Manual, half the time, it would NOT properly upshift, and I had to press the button to make it shift. Also, unlike most automatics, it would completely cut off the fuel between gear shifts, making it a royal pain to accelerate from a stop, or accelerate uphill. Also, when stopping for a stopsign or other short stop, it would take a long time to get back in gear and accelerate.
@chrisytheblack01 when htey were first on teh market. i took one out on a evaluation trip. came back after 300 miles. i didnt like ultrashit. errm ultrashift. hteyve since improved. btus till i prefer teh clutching manuals. or sifting manuals sans clutch.
These transmissions have alot of problems with the X-Y shifters and are alot more complicated than a standard transmission due to all the extra sensors, wiring, and modules reading and relaying all the infromation taken from the sensors. Ultra Shift Transmissions also require a different type of clutch compared to the standards and autoshifts
MossyOak83 1 week ago
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Why does the Ultrashift not offer a Park mode? This could be accomplished by engaging two gears at once (probably first or second and reverse).
Also:
-Why does the Ultrashift normally start in second?
-Can the Ultrashift use the engine brake to accelerate upshifts?
tnphysics 1 month ago
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tnphysics 1 month ago
Why all trucks don't have these transmission boggles my mind. Why the eff would you want more destractions for your brain for shifting and using the clutch ? When you should be using all resources to focus on the road? Actaully don't answer that , any trucker that picks a manual over a automatic clearly dismissed reason and logic long time ago . watch 0Hh3TfAQhHE
yourboycal 2 months ago
@yourboycal Many truckers don't have the choice as to the transmission on the truck they drive. It is up to the company and the person who orders the combination of engine
, transmission and rears.
silverfox605 1 month ago
Got this transmission on my 2005 Volvo 780 with a 450 HP ISX. After 240,000 miles in two years i am proud to say it has exceeded my expectations by far. It pulls great and the Manual (Hold) mode helps a lot in steep grades to inhibit up-shifting. My only wish and maybe this has already happened would be a 13 speed plus UltraShift to up the MPG a little. Thanks.
mgichure 5 months ago
@mgichure It has happened. The 2012 Volvo 780's have a 10, 13, 15, and an 18 speed option. They really are amazing!
Parklane390 2 months ago
I just had an ultra shift hit high reverse from 7th gear going down a hill and destroy the transmission. It's been nothing but problems... Hangs in gear, over revs when shifting, does lots of shock damage to the drive line. It's torn up more stuff than a rookie with an 18 speed
rwhutcheson 6 months ago
this sounds like a crock of shit
ryanlk4960 6 months ago
We rented a Hino 268 straight truck with one of these. I hated it. Even though it was in Drive, and not Manual, half the time, it would NOT properly upshift, and I had to press the button to make it shift. Also, unlike most automatics, it would completely cut off the fuel between gear shifts, making it a royal pain to accelerate from a stop, or accelerate uphill. Also, when stopping for a stopsign or other short stop, it would take a long time to get back in gear and accelerate.
richardlevans 6 months ago
DO NOT GET A TRUCK WITH THE EATON ULTRASHIFT, MY TRUCK COULDNT PULL WITH A 485 CUMMINS !!
chrisytheblack01 6 months ago
@chrisytheblack01 when htey were first on teh market. i took one out on a evaluation trip. came back after 300 miles. i didnt like ultrashit. errm ultrashift. hteyve since improved. btus till i prefer teh clutching manuals. or sifting manuals sans clutch.
yamahonkawazuki 6 months ago
ive heard it takes longer to slow down and stop with these. is that true?
battalionbeast666 8 months ago