The ATS Co-Pilot is recommended for use with light duty pickup trucks with a heavy-duty aftermarket transmission and torque converter package are installed on vehicle. While the Commander will still function perfectly on a stock transmission, factory transmission shafts are weak and prone to breakage. The factory torque converter clutch will also fail if applied under high load conditions. Factory computers are programmed to disengage lockup under certain conditions which will protect the transmissions internal components under higher load. This is when we recommend having a heavy-duty aftermarket transmission installed on your vehicle to prevent transmission failure. If you have a stock transmission it is recommended that you leave your Commander in a less aggressive setting when under high load conditions. ATS Diesel Performance sells many parts for all levels of trucks that will strengthen your transmission and improve reliability, whether you have a stock daily driver or a fully built race truck! Give us a call today if you feel the need to get a fully rebuilt transmission for your truck, or if you just want to strengthen your current transmission with a few upgraded parts. Our experts can help answer any questions you have and guide you in the right direction.