When your vehicle's transmission has significant internal damage, you have choices to make. Some transmission problems go beyond simply getting the transmission fluid and filter replaced (i.e., a "standard transmission service") or just replacing one failing component. Don't Let Transmission Problem…Read More
Kyle drives a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and has had persistent transmission problems in recent years. He already had his transmission built by another shop, but was starting to experience some of the same issues as before. The transmission seemed stuck in 2nd gear and the transmission control module …Read More
When you take the steps to take care of your transmission, you will get better performance and a longer lifespan out of the sensitive components within the transmission system. It's common for internal parts to fail and that leads to bigger issues. However, there are preventative steps you can take …Read More
When we were renovating Ralph's Transmission several years ago, we updated everything. The shop got a facelift and everything inside was upgraded. We designed a new logo. Most importantly, we came up with a new slogan: "A Commitment to Quality Since 1969." Centered Around Quality We felt this phrase…Read More
Jeff lives down in San Diego, which is almost 450 miles away from Modesto. He was experiencing transmission problems with his 1997 Ford F-250 4x4 (with more than 200,000 miles on it), but wasn't getting the help he wanted at his local shop in San Diego. We aren't not exactly sure how Jeff found out …Read More
We all types of vehicles at Ralph's Transmission. From small cars and light trucks to SUVs and sports cars, we see a wide variety of vehicles come through our Modesto shop every single day. We're more than happy to help any customer in need of transmission maintenance or repair services. Truck Trans…Read More
Ralph's Transmission has been in the same location in Downtown Modesto (just up 9th Street a few blocks from the Modesto Arch) since 1969. We celebrated our 50th anniversary just last year. Even though 2020 has thrown us all some curve balls, our transmission shop is still here to serve the transmis…Read More
Transmission fluid is the lifeblood of your transmission. If the transmission fluid is low, there are any number of problems that can develop. A transmission system has many moving parts and the fluid plays a vital role in providing lubrication, hydraulic pressure and cooling properties between all …Read More
There are plenty of cases where a major component fails inside a transmission. A torque converter can stop working correctly without notice. Something could snap or crack under pressure, especially if the part installed is weak to begin with. Things break and you have to deal with it. Sometimes that…Read More
Maria drives a 2014 Nissan Altima and knew that it was due for a transmission service. She called Ralph's Transmission in Modesto and spoke with Erika Alcazar, who is our lead Service Advisor. She scheduled an appointment to bring her car into the shop, and by the end of the process she was very hap…Read More
