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Joe drives a 2008 Nissan Titan. He was recently out of town on a camping trip when his truck began experiencing acceleration problems. His check engine light came on and he was losing power at certain speeds—especially when climbing steep…
Your vehicle has many different types of fluids, which perform specific functions to keep it running well. One of the most important automotive fluids is your transmission fluid. It provides important hydraulic and cooling functions within the transmission system. Without…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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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Recent Posts
Is Your Truck Hesitating While Driving?
When you press the accelerator, you expect your truck to respond immediately. If it hesitates, feels sluggish or briefly loses power, something isn’t working properly. While hesitation can have several causes, transmission problems should be…
What That Burning Smell Could Mean for Your Transmission
A strange burning smell coming from your vehicle is never something to ignore. While several automotive issues can produce unusual odors, a burning smell from the transmission is often a warning that your transmission needs…
Is Your Transmission Wearing Out Naturally or Because of Damage?
Every transmission experiences wear over time. However, there is an important difference between normal aging and damage caused by overheating, poor maintenance or demanding driving conditions. Knowing which one you are dealing with can help…