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WHAT IS A TRANSMISSION PAN GASKET?

Your vehicle’s transmission has many significant components. Some are fairly minor parts while others are major, and they all must be maintained to keep the transmission running properly. Standard Transmission Service Standard transmission service is recommended every 30,000 to 60,000…

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RALPH’S TRANSMISSION HELPS CUSTOMER WITH TRANSMISSION REBUILD AND MAJOR DRIVETRAIN REPAIRS

Marty knew his 1999 GMC Sierra 1500 needed a lot of work before it was ready to tow his 21-foot trailer. That’s why he decided to bring his truck into Ralph’s Transmission for a full inspection, repairs and heavy duty transmission upgrades. “I did…

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AT RALPH’S TRANSMISSION, WE TAKE THINGS PERSONALLY!

Personalized customer service is the cornerstone of Ralph’s Transmission. Not only are we committed to providing the best transmission repair and rebuild services in the Central Valley. We are focused on treating our customers the way they deserve to be treated.…

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CUSTOMER SEES BENEFITS OF REBUILDING TRANSMISSION AT RALPH’S RATHER THAN JUST REPLACING IT

Vanessa noticed that her 2004 GMC Yukon had begun acting strange while shifting. During a routine maintenance visit to her dealership, she had them service and inspect the transmission. They noted that there were some issues and that she would eventually need…

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WHAT ARE YOUR NEW YEAR’S TRANSMISSION RESOLUTIONS?

Transmission maintenance and repairs are things that most people only think about after a transmission problem occurs. However, major transmission repairs, custom rebuilds and full-on transmission replacements can obviously be expensive. Transmission care should always be on your mind and there are…

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RALPH’S TRANSMISSION REPLACES TRANSMISSION FOR ANOTHER SATISFIED CUSTOMER

Trisha was certain that she had transmission problems. Her 2013 Nissan Altima would shudder as it came to a stop or while it was idling. Sometimes, the engine would just die when trying to accelerate after a stop. Trisha needed to have…

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A "happy holidays" from Ralph's Transmission
RALPH’S TRANSMISSION WISHES YOU A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON!

We can’t believe that another year is coming to an end. Time sure flies in a business like ours. We just want to take the time to wish everyone a happy holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and…

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CUSTOMER TURNS TO RALPH’S TRANSMISSION FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND TRANSMISSION INSPECTION

Patrick was concerned that he might have a transmission problem in his 2015 Ford Mustang. It would make a weird clunking noise whenever he shifted from Park to Drive, and the vehicle would rumble a little bit when the engine wasn’t…

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CUSTOMER COMES INTO RALPH’S TRANSMISSION FOR INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE SERVICES

James recently purchased a 2012 Chevy Silverado. He wanted to make sure the transmission was in good shape, so he brought the truck into Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto for an inspection. “Great service, nice friendly people,” says James in his online review. “I…

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WHAT TO DO IF YOUR TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON

Your vehicle is equipped with many different dashboard warning lights. Some require urgent attention like the check engine light, oil pressure light, tire pressure light or temperature gauge. Others may not be as urgent, but are worth getting checked out…

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