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If you live in the Central Valley, you may already know the Ralph’s Transmission name from our billboards and radio ads. You may even know our slogan “A Commitment to Quality Since 1969” and about our 3 Year, 100,000 Mile…
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This is a very good question we get a lot at Ralph’s Transmission. We specialize in full custom transmission rebuilds and it is a recommended service if your transmission has internal damage and can be properly rebuilt. So, how long…
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Anthony drives a 2020 Chevy Colorado. He had been experiencing some transmission issues recently, after having it serviced by another local automotive shop. They replaced the transmission fluid, but didn’t replace the transmission filter or perform any thorough testing. Anthony…
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In many cases, the way you drive your vehicle can lead to excess wear and tear on key systems like the engine, transmission, exhaust, brakes, suspension, wheels and tires. There may be situations you want to avoid, and there may…
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Janice and Marshall drive a 2012 GMC Acadia. They were having transmission problems last year when their torque converter failed. They had their SUV’s transmission rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, which is a service backed by a 3 Year,…
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Though we work on all types of vehicles at Ralph’s Transmission, we are most passionate about trucks. We love trucks and we are proud to be a truck transmission specialist serving the Central Valley. From mid-size trucks and SUVs to…
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At Ralph’s Transmission, we tend to view a full transmission replacement as a last-resort solution. We want to explore all other repair options before recommending replacing the transmission completely. However, it may be your best and only solution when the…
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Tami drives a 2018 Dodge Journey. She thought she had a transmission problem in her mid-size SUV because it was reacting strangely when she would accelerate. It was like nothing would happen for a couple seconds, and then suddenly the…
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A transmission can overheat just like an engine and cause major problems for a vehicle and its driver. Granted, this kind of problem doesn’t happen nearly as often as an overheating engine, but it’s important to know it can occur.…
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Customer service always comes first at Ralph’s Transmission. We have built our reputation on communication, care and quality transmission repair services. Our longtime customers know they can count on our team to treat them right and get the work done…
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Heavy Duty Performance: Why Modesto Truck Owners Trust Us with Chevy and GMC Transmissions
Driving 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…
Why Your Truck Struggles to Shift While Towing
If 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…
What Happens if You Ignore Transmission Problems Too Long?
It’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…