Why Older Trucks Are More Prone to Transmission Failure

Work trucks are built to handle tough jobs, but after years of towing, hauling and heavy duty driving, even the most reliable truck can start developing transmission problems. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we regularly service older work trucks that…

Common Transmission Issues in Diesel Pickups

Diesel pickups are built for heavy-duty performance—whether towing trailers, hauling tools and cargo, or handling tough terrain. But all that power puts serious stress on the transmission system. At Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto, we regularly service diesel trucks from Ford,…

Chevy Silverado Driver Gets Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

Hannah drives a 2018 Chevy Silverado and noticed that her transmission was slipping when shifting between lower gears. She reached out to multiple auto shops before ultimately calling Ralph’s Transmission in Modesto for a specialized transmission inspection. “HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Very…

4 Tips for Maintaining Your 4×4 Truck’s Transfer Case

The transfer case is an essential component in any four-wheel drive (4×4) or all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicle. It distributes power from the transmission to both front and rear axles, providing the traction needed for tough terrain. Regular maintenance of your…

3 Reasons to Use a Truck Transmission Specialist

We love trucks at Ralph’s Transmission. From daily driver pickups to heavy duty work trucks and larger utility vehicles, we have spent years serving truck owners throughout the Central Valley. Whether you drive a truck for work or for fun,…

Chevy Silverado Owner Gets Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

Jorge drives a 2016 Chevy Silverado with over 100,000 miles on it. He had been dealing with transmission problems for quite awhile before finally deciding to call Ralph’s Transmission for a proper diagnosis and repairs. The truck was grinding when…

Chevy Truck Owner Gets Electrical Repairs at Ralph’s Transmission

Glenn drives a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with over 140,000 miles on it. He recently began noticing some shifting issues in his truck. It was shifting very roughly when downshifting between second and first gears. Then, the check engine light…

Customer Has Chevy Tahoe Transmission Rebuilt at Ralph’s Transmission

Zach drives a 2012 Chevy Tahoe with over 140,000 miles on it. He recently began experiencing some major transmission issues. The SUV was having shifting into any gear other than park, and he wasn’t able to drive anywhere. Zach called…

Chevy Silverado Owner Recommends Ralph’s Transmission

Mark works for a local construction company and drives a 2018 Chevy Silverado. He depends on this truck every day for work, so he was concerned when it started experiencing transmission problems. The transmission was slipping when shifting between lower…

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