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Drivers from all over this great country feel an attachment to their vehicles, they are loyal to them to the end. While that is admirable, it is also somewhat naive. If you are hanging on to a car because you…
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Joe knew the transmission in his van was having problems and would eventually give out. And, that’s exactly what happened recently as he was driving to the Bay Area and noticed that his vehicle was struggling to accelerate. He could…
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Ralph’s Transmission has a new website, and you are on it right now. All of our old blog articles and information will still be available as always, but we are excited to have a new design and hosting service that…
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Noises are to be expected when you fire up your car and hit the road. The wind whistles past the outboard mirrors, the tires hum of the asphalt and little pieces in the dash rub together to generate little squeaks…
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One of the most important things you can do to ensure the longest life and best value out of your vehicle is to study your owner’s manual. Inside this handy little booklet, you will discover everything you need to keep…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we understand that not everyone has extra money lying around to deal with major transmission repairs or a full custom transmission rebuild. At the same time, you depend on your car, truck or SUV every day. Whether you…
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Frank thought he needed a complete transmission fluid flush for his 2003 Toyota Corolla. He knew Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto had a great reputation, so he brought his car into our shop for the service. Ultimately, Frank was pleasantly surprised with the honest…
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When Ralph Perry first opened his small transmission shop back in 1969, little did he know that it would even still be around 50 years later. He benefited from choosing a great place to locate the shop, right in the heart of…
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Shawn first brought his 1982 Jeep C27 into Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto back in February of 2017. At that time, it had a multitude of clutch, transmission and drivetrain issues that required repairs. The transmission technicians at Ralph’s looked over the vehicle carefully and…
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This is a question we get all the time at Ralph’s Transmission, and it’s a good one worth asking. People come into our Modesto shop with transmissions that have severe internal damage that’s beyond conventional repairs. Repairing Internal Transmission Damage When…
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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…