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Dolly and Pat were worried. They knew they had some serious transmission problems and figured replacing the transmission on their Dodge Grand Caravan was going to be their only option. Fortunately, they sought a second opinion and took their car into Ralph’s Transmission of…
It’s a pretty common question people have when purchasing a car. Assuming you know how to drive stick (or are willing to learn), you always have a choice between an automatic transmission and a manual transmission. Some people will see the sticker…
Tom is the owner of Monaco Installations and Repair right here in Modesto, which specializes in appliance installation and repair services. When his primary service vehicle began experiencing major transmission problems, he knew it was time to get it resolved. This is…
Most people are typically pretty good at remembering to get their oil changed every 3,000-5,000 miles. However, not everybody is as diligent about other common maintenance issues. One of the most important maintenance needs of every vehicle is often completely…
A standard transmission maintenance service will include changing the transmission fluid and filter. In some ways, it’s a similar process as what’s done for a typical engine oil change, though the work is a little trickier for a transmission and it usually…
David had a reason to be frustrated. He had just the transmission of his 1994 Ford Taurus rebuilt by another shop in Stockton, but it was still having problems and was not backed by any sort of warranty. Also, it was a…
Summertime is just around the corner. You may already have a big family vacation or some small road trips planned. Therefore, it is important that you take care of your vehicle’s transmission. There’s nothing worse than breaking down on the…
Frank’s Chevrolet Avalanche was just not working right at all. The vehicle would barely accelerate and would only get up to 5-10 MPH at most. Something was definitely wrong and he knew he had to call a transmission expert. That’s why he…
It’s a question we get asked all the time at Ralph’s Transmission. When people come in with major transmission problems, they usually have a few options to consider: 1. A New Transmission – You can buy a new or used transmission to replace…
Javier Campos started at Ralph’s Transmission in December of 2016. He is a transmission rebuild specialist, which is a vital role in our repair shop. We rebuild all transmissions in-house and back them with our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty. The careful attention to…
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Is Your Truck Hesitating While Driving?
When you press the accelerator, you expect your truck to respond immediately. If it hesitates, feels sluggish or briefly loses power, something isn’t working properly. While hesitation can have several causes, transmission problems should be…
What That Burning Smell Could Mean for Your Transmission
A strange burning smell coming from your vehicle is never something to ignore. While several automotive issues can produce unusual odors, a burning smell from the transmission is often a warning that your transmission needs…
Is Your Transmission Wearing Out Naturally or Because of Damage?
Every transmission experiences wear over time. However, there is an important difference between normal aging and damage caused by overheating, poor maintenance or demanding driving conditions. Knowing which one you are dealing with can help…