At Ralph's Transmission, we make it no secret that we love trucks. Many of us at the shop drive trucks and we work with many truck owners throughout the Central Valley. Whether you use your truck for work, for recreation or as your daily driver, we know how much it means to you. It's your workhorse.…Read More
Carlos drives a 2017 Nissan Sentra and recently started experiencing significant transmission issues. It's rare for a transmission that new to fail completely, but the vehicle was beyond its original warranty and the transmission was damaged beyond repair. If we can recommend a transmission rebuild …Read More
There are different types of transmission maintenance services. The standard transmission service we perform most often at Ralph's Transmission is similar to an oil change. We replace the transmission filter, drain the old transmission fluid and put in new transmission fluid. We will also replace th…Read More
Bradley drives a 2002 Toyota Camry and he recently had one of his CV joints (aka "constant-velocity" joints) replaced in one of his axles. The work was done at a different automotive repair facility, but he was concerned when he noticed a major transmission fluid leak under his car. Bradley decided …Read More
Just like your engine and all major vehicle systems need maintenance, so too does your transmission. It is a good idea to address any transmission issues your vehicle might have and to take care of standard preventative maintenance in order to keep it running right and lasting longer. How Often Do I…Read More
Can you believe spring is just around the corner? Winter has gone by fast and warmer weather is ahead in Modesto. With that in mind, it's a good time to think about your transmission. There are some things you can do to keep your transmission healthier heading into the spring and summer months. Here…Read More
At Ralph's Transmission, we stand behind all our work. We take pride in being one of the Central Valley's leading transmission specialists. Because we focus solely on transmission care and drivetrain issues, we believe it enhances the quality of our work. our technicians have specialized knowledge a…Read More
Kelli was experiencing transmission problems in her 2007 Chevy Impala. The vehicle would "jump" awkwardly upon acceleration and then lurch forward violently when coming to a stop. It was also struggling to accelerate when over 40 MPH. The jumping and lurching could be a problem with slipping gears, …Read More
As we've discussed a lot on the Ralph's Transmission Blog, there are many reasons why you might consider getting your damaged transmission rebuilt rather than replacing it or making smaller repairs. There are long-term benefits to a professionally done transmission rebuild. Here are a few to conside…Read More
A clogged transmission filter is a fairly common transmission problem that we see at Ralph's Transmission. The problem is that many drivers tend to ignore the warning signs and keep driving until it leads to much more significant (and expensive) transmission damage. At the first sign of any transmis…Read More
