I haven't been able to find the answer using the search. But I'm on mobile so I might have missed it.

So we all know the transmission isnt the best and can only handle 275 ish hp. Why? What's the weak link? Is it the gears, seals, the case, something else? Can it be beefed up or up graded? Or are we just screwed?

I know the standard answer is a 5sd swap. But my knees don't like that idea.

Ok let the hate flow for my lack of searching skills.