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All cars, whether they have manual or automatic transmissions, need a way for the engine to keep running while the automobile is stopped. If you have a manual transmission, this is accomplished using the clutch. It temporarily disconnects the engine from…
At Ralph’s Transmission, we believe in providing the highest standards of transmission repair around. From full rebuilds backed by our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile Warranty to parts replacements and minor repairs, we approach everything we do with a commitment to quality. Since…
Ralph’s Transmission is proud to announce our newest advertising partnership with “The Hawk” 104.1 FM. They are known as the Central Valley’s most popular classic rock radio station, as well as home to Oakland Raiders football coverage. Ralph’s Transmission will be sponsoring traffic…
When Deryl accidentally ran over a huge pothole, he noticed immediately that it had messed something up in his car. In neutral, there wouldn’t be any strange noises, but when he changed gears or revved up, he noticed multiple problems. Unusual sounds,…
From time to time, we’ll be posting profiles of Ralph’s Transmission employees. We want our customers to know the people who are serving them and taking care of their important transmission repair and rebuild needs. Tod Chretien is the Head Diagnostician at…
This is always a good question and there is some debate in the automotive world. Some will recommend every 30,000 miles. Others might say 50,000-60,000. Some say you don’t need it for 100,000 miles or more. There probably is no…
At Ralph’s Transmission, we work with all different types of vehicles. From service trucks and RVs to classic cars and modern luxury sports cars, we can handle any type of automobile. When our repeat customer, Dave, recently brought his beautiful 1965 Ford Mustang…
For Ralph’s Transmission, it is truly a win-win situation. Running bus bench ads throughout Modesto is a great way to build exposure for the shop while also helping support an amazing local charity: United Cerebral Palsy of Stanislaus and Tuolumne Counties. United Cerebral Palsy…
When Barry received less-than-ideal service at another transmission shop in his hometown, he decided to bring his BMW down from Stockton in order to have it serviced at Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto. He was concerned that his car was making a…
It may be a term you’ve heard before. “Drivetrain” often gets mistakenly interchanged with “powertrain” which is actually a slightly more encompassing automotive term that includes the engine along with the drivetrain. In a nutshell, the drivetrain consists of the transmission, the driveshaft,…
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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…