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Transmission fluid is a vital component of your transmission system. It provides important lubricating and cooling properties throughout the various parts that operate the transmission. You may experience transmission problems if you have a transmission fluid leak or something else…
Read MoreFor fleet managers, vehicle downtime isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s lost productivity, missed deadlines and reduced profitability. That’s why creating a fleet transmission maintenance schedule is one of the smartest investments you can make. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we work…
Read MoreWhen people think about vehicle reliability, they often focus on the engine, battery or tires. While those components are important, the transmission plays a very critical role. In fact, transmission health is one of the biggest factors affecting vehicle reliability.…
Read MoreTransmission fluid is one of the most important factors in the health of your transmission. It lubricates moving parts, helps maintain hydraulic pressure and carries heat away from critical components. For work trucks, however, transmission fluid often wears out much…
Read MoreA transmission rebuild can restore a failing transmission, but most drivers would rather avoid that level of repair altogether. The good news is that regular preventative transmission maintenance can significantly reduce the risk of major damage and help extend the…
Read MoreA small puddle under your vehicle might not seem like a big deal, but when it comes to transmission leaks, even a minor drip can lead to major problems. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we often see drivers wait too…
Read MoreWork trucks are built to handle tough jobs, but after years of towing, hauling and heavy duty driving, even the most reliable truck can start developing transmission problems. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we regularly service older work trucks that…
Read MoreCommercial vans are the backbone of many businesses throughout the Central Valley. Whether used for deliveries, service calls or transporting tools and equipment, these vehicles spend long hours on the road under demanding conditions. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we…
Read MoreDriving a Chevy Silverado or a GMC Sierra in the Central Valley means operating a powerhouse designed for heavy lifting and enduring the California heat. However, these rugged American trucks face immense strain on their drivetrains. At Ralph’s Transmission, we…
Read MoreIf your truck hesitates, shifts hard or struggles to stay in gear while towing or hauling heavy loads, your transmission may be under more stress than it can handle. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we regularly help drivers whose trucks…
Read MoreIt’s easy to put off a repair when your vehicle is still drivable. Maybe it’s a slight delay when shifting or a small fluid leak. But when it comes to your transmission, waiting too long can turn a minor issue…
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Building a Transmission Maintenance Schedule for Your Fleet
For fleet managers, vehicle downtime isn’t just an inconvenience—it’s lost productivity, missed deadlines and reduced profitability. That’s why creating a fleet transmission maintenance schedule is one of the smartest investments you can make. At Ralph’s…
How Transmission Health Affects Vehicle Reliability
When people think about vehicle reliability, they often focus on the engine, battery or tires. While those components are important, the transmission plays a very critical role. In fact, transmission health is one of the…
Why Transmission Fluid Breaks Down Faster in Work Trucks
Transmission fluid is one of the most important factors in the health of your transmission. It lubricates moving parts, helps maintain hydraulic pressure and carries heat away from critical components. For work trucks, however, transmission…