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Whether driving your family vehicle or a company truck, every engine part, interior feature, and mechanical element of your automobile has a certain lifespan. Constantly susceptible to regular wear and tear, your vehicle requires attentiveness and a commitment to maintenance…
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Transmission inspections at Ralph’s Transmission consist of three primary steps: Road Test Diagnostic Test Physical Inspection Our expert transmission technicians go through each of these procedures in order to identify the source of the transmission problem. This way, we can…
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Kris drives a 2006 Ford F-350 Super Duty, and recently his truck wasn’t able to engage into gear at all. In addition, the overdrive light would come on intermittently. He was worried he had a major transmission problem, so he…
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Transmission problems can be very frustrating. Transmission damage may make your vehicle tough to drive at certain speeds, or it may not shift into gear at all. The last thing you want is to completely break down on the side…
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Courtney drives a 2019 Ford Escape. She recently began noticing some driving issues once the vehicle would reach over 40 MPH. It would start to shimmy and seemed to be running roughly. It also struggled to accelerate when in higher…
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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…
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All repair services at Ralph’s Transmission are covered by warranty. The coverage and timelines may depend on the specific services performed and parts used. Be sure and ask your service advisor about specific warranty information as it relates to any…
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When it comes to deciding whether to repair or replace your car’s transmission, the answer isn’t as straightforward as you would think. It depends on several factors, such as the type of vehicle you have, the age of the transmission,…
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There are many things that can lead to a damaged transmission. There may be a failing component inside the system, such as the torque converter, valves or solenoids. There could be transmission fluid issues, such as low fluid or old/contaminated…
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Not only is Ralph’s Transmission one of the Central Valley’s leading transmission repair and rebuild specialists. We are also truck specialists. Our shop is equipped to handle larger heavy duty trucks and service vehicles, and our staff brings extensive experience…
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The Differences Between a Rebuild and a Remanufactured Transmission
If your transmission is failing, you’ll likely hear two options: rebuild or replace. When it comes to transmission replacement, you also have options: new, used and remanufactured. While all will restore function, there are important…
How Heat Affects Transmission Performance in the Central Valley
If you drive in California’s Central Valley, you know how intense the summer heat can get. What many drivers don’t realize is just how much that heat impacts their vehicle—especially the transmission. At Ralph’s Transmission…
What Parts Are Replaced During a Transmission Rebuild?
If your vehicle needs a transmission rebuild, you may be wondering exactly what gets replaced. The truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every rebuild is different because every transmission wears differently and different internal or…